In The Division we look at the best weapons that have been dominating in PvP and PvE since Update 1.5.
Patch 1.5 brought several buffs and nerfs to the known guns, which changed the balance, in addition to new weapons. At the launch of The Division, SMGs and the M1A sniper rifles dominated for several months. Since Update 1.4, Light Machine Guns have gained popularity. Which weapons stand out since 1.5?
Division weapon expert WOBO has dealt with this question. This YouTuber is known for his detailed analyses and is highly regarded in the community. We present his findings.
The best assault rifle since 1.5
We will look at the following graphical representation for each weapon category. The x-axis shows time in seconds and the y-axis shows damage in million. This way, you can see how much damage each weapon inflicts over time. The horizontal lines indicate the reload time.
It is clear that the G36 and M4 have distinct advantages, with the M4 standing out in both burst damage and damage over time. However, among the M4 assault rifles, only the LVOA-C is recommended.
In short: The LVOA-C is the outstanding assault rifle in both PvE and PvP.
The best light machine gun
This weapon category has undergone many revisions in the past, with the current result: The named LMG Pakhan is the best in PvE as well as PvP. This weapon can be purchased from the advanced weapon vendor for credits. Grab it!
The best sniper rifle
It is easy to see here: The SCAR-H sniper rifles are outstanding. Once, the M1A was so superior, but it has been steadily weakened in recent months. The M1A and SVD remain solid weapons. The SVD excels in PvP.
The best shotgun
Among shotguns, the SASG-12 stands out. It is the best choice for PvE. For PvP, you can use the Super 90.
The best pistol
The best pistol for PvE is the X-45, First Wave version. In PvP, the Rhino Special is strong.
The best submachine gun
The MP7 is the best submachine gun for PvP, as it deals a lot of damage in a short time. If you want to cause devastating damage over time, choose the PP19. This is the best in PvE. The MP5 is also recommended here.
Overall, WOBO comes to this conclusion:
- The best weapon for PvP is the LVOA-C.
- In PvE, the LVOA-C, Pakhan, and SCAR-H are the best weapons.
What weapons do you recommend?
The weapons just need strong talents. Which talents are particularly suitable for PvE, you can read here.
