What are the best weapons in GTA Online? Depending on the situation, these can be Mk2 weapons or weapons in the car. We show you the best 5 that you should buy in the list.
What are we showing you here? GTA Online was released in 2013 and is still very popular today. In recent years, many new contents like missions, properties, cars, and also weapons have been added to the game.
In this list, we want to show you the most important weapons for different slots in GTA Online that you should definitely have now. This prepares you well for various heists and street fights. The selection is based on the author’s own experiences with over 700 hours of gameplay and feedback from the community. We updated this article on January 3, 2023.
Some weapons can be upgraded to Mk2 variants using a workbench, making them slightly stronger than the base versions.
Additionally, you can shoot with special ammunition – like explosive rounds. So you need to invest in a property with a weapon workshop or the Mobile Command Center, then buy the upgrade for the weapons and subsequently purchase the upgrades.
MG: Combat MG Mk 2
Where to buy? Base version at Ammu-Nation
How much? $14,800 – upgrading to Mk 2 costs $119,000
What can the weapon do? This machine gun deals the most damage in its weapon class. When upgraded, you can extend the magazine from 100 to 200 rounds.
Especially in missions and heists, this piece is useful. Provided you play them “loud”. With 200 shots, you rarely waste time reloading and can instead focus more on shooting. The sound combined with the high damage is just fun. You should definitely try this piece.
When upgrading, make sure to tackle the high recoil and inaccuracy of the weapon.
Assault Rifle: Special Carbine Mk 2
Where to buy? Base version at Ammu-Nation
How much? Base version $13,000 – upgrading to Mk 2 costs $107,500
What can the weapon do? The Special Carbine Mk 2 excels especially at medium and slightly longer distances to the opponent. It also comes with a broad range of upgrades like scopes or silencers to customize the weapon specifically to your wishes.
The piece is easy to control when shooting and causes powerful damage as the Mk-2 variant. A popular item in many heists.
Sniper: Heavy Sniper Mk 2
Where to buy? Base version at Ammu-Nation
How much? Base version costs $38,150 – upgrading to Mk 2 costs $165,375
What can the weapon do? This powerful sniper rifle is a must-buy for anyone who has fallen for the AWP in Counter-Strike. You can easily take out targets at a distance with this piece. However, you must reach level 90 before you can buy it at Ammu-Nation.
But the wait is worth it. With a headshot, you can take out any opposing player.
Shotgun: Combat Shotgun
Where to buy? Ammu-Nation
How much? $10,000
What can the weapon do? In many missions, heists, or street fights, there are always situations where you are in close combat with opponents. Here, a shotgun is a good choice. The advantage of combat shotguns is their particularly high fire rate.
Compared to other shotguns, the Combat Shotgun is a clear winner. This applies to damage, handling, and fire rate. Are you looking for a weapon for close combat? Here you found it.
Pistol: AP Pistol
Where to buy? Ammu-Nation
How much? $5,000
What can the weapon do? In terms of pistols, there is no way around the AP Pistol. The great advantage is its automatic mechanism, which leads to a high fire rate. This makes it particularly valuable in combat at short and medium ranges. Additionally, there is barely perceptible recoil, which ensures good handling of the weapon.
Best weapon in the car?
What is recommended? While driving in GTA Online, you can only use weapons that function with one hand. Throwing grenades from the car is therefore not a problem. Several weapons like pistols and uzis are also suitable for drive-by use. Two weapons stand out especially:
- The AP Pistol
- The Micro SMG
The AP Pistol scores for the reasons mentioned above. It’s fast and has an upgraded 36-round magazine. The Micro SMG is a classic uzi. When upgraded, it only holds 30 rounds per magazine and doesn’t cause particularly high damage. The fire rate makes the weapon interesting.
Try out both weapons with the armored Kuruma in your heists and test which one suits you best. Why I use the Kuruma even though there are better armored cars.
