
The new season in Fortnite introduced new weapons and vaulted some of the old ones, leading to a significant shift in the game's dynamics. With these changes, we've updated our tier list to reflect the current state of play. Remember, the effectiveness of a weapon is not set in stone. Lower-tier weapons can surpass their higher-tier counterparts with a higher rarity level and the correct mods, proving that adaptability can turn the tide of battle. Let's dive into the tier list, ranking all weapons from S to C.

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S Tier Weapons in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2
These are the cream of the crop, offering unmatched power and utility in their respective categories. The only downside is that you have to kill bosses to get them.

Hades' Harbinger SMG
- Rarity: Mythic
- DPS: 218.5
- Magazine: 30
- Reload Time: 2.01
Offers impeccable control and accuracy, making it probably the best weapon at close range unless you prefer using a shotgun.

Cerberus' Gatekeeper Shotgun
- Rarity: Mythic
- DPS: 218.5
- Magazine: 5
- Reload Time: 2.25
Probably the best shotgun in the game if you invest the time in learning how to use it. It is a devastating choice for close-range encounters, capable of reloading all shells at once for rapid, successive shots.
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A-Tier Weapons in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2
Excellent weapons that provide great value and performance, making them reliable picks in most scenarios.

Gatekeeper Shotgun
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 129.2 - 156.4
- Magazine: 3
- Reload Time: 2.75 - 2.25
Fast firing and capable of reloading all shells at once. A solid choice for close combat. It is the best shotgun if you are good at using it. If not, the Frenzy Auto Shotgun is the better choice.

Harbinger SMG
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 161.5 - 199.5
- Magazine: 30
- Reload Time: 2.9 - 2.3
Requires precision but rewards with devastating damage. We recommend using it with mods that reduce the recoil.

Ares' Warforged Assault Rifle
- Rarity: Mythic
- DPS: 223.2
- Magazine: 35
- Reload Time: 2.98
Comes pre-modded for immediate action, excelling at medium and long-range engagements. Crazy good stats with a very fast time to kill but its recoil makes it harder to handle.
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Zeus' Huntress DMR
- Rarity: Mythic
- DPS: 109.5
- Magazine: 7
- Reload Time: 2.17
A fast-shooting DMR, great as a sniper substitute with automatic fire capability. The only downside is that you have to kill Zeus to get it.

Ranger Pistol
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 158.4 - 198
- Magazine: 15
- Reload Time: 1.65 - 1.35
Operates more like an SMG with its rapid fire rate. Becomes incredibly deadly when equipped with full mods.

Thunder Burst SMG
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 159.12 - 192.27
- Magazine: 27
- Reload Time: 2.47 - 2.03
A powerful burst SMG that can engage at medium range with a scope mod, despite its vertical recoil. Better alternative to the Harbinger SMG if you prefer the burst firing mode.

Reaper Sniper Rifle
- Rarity: Uncommon - Legendary
- Damage: 105 - 121
- Magazine: 3
- Reload Time: 3.68 - 3.15
The only sniper rifle in Fortnite, perfect for long-range precision shots. Perfect weapon for 1-shot headshot kills if you have a good aim.
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B-Tier Weapons in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2
Solid choices that perform well under specific conditions like using the correct mods or require a bit more skill and strategy to utilize effectively.

Warforged Assault Rifle
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 172.8 - 216
- Magazine: 35
- Reload Time: 3.9 - 3.2
A reliable medium-range weapon that benefits greatly from recoil stabilizing mods.

Huntress DMR
- Rarity: Uncommon - Legendary
- DPS: 89.06 - 102.2
- Magazine: 7
- Reload Time: 2.7 - 2.3
A viable long-range option with automatic fire, improved with a scope. Depending on the equipped mods, it can become as deadly as a Sniper Rifle.
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Drum Gun
- Rarity: Rare - Legendary
- DPS: 170.1 - 186.3
- Magazine: 30
- Reload Time: 3 - 2.7
Now classified as an SMG, it's easier to control than its counterparts but less powerful.

Nemesis AR
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 145 - 175
- Magazine: 28
- Reload Time: 2.75 - 2.25
A jack-of-all-trades assault rifle with moderate firepower, suitable for most situations.

Frenzy Auto Shotgun
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 152.5 - 187.5
- Magazine: 8
- Reload Time: 5.17 - 4.23
Beginner-friendly with a high rate of fire, though outclassed by faster weapons at close range. If you run out of bullets, you will probably die due to its super long reload time.
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C-Tier Weapons in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2
These weapons have niche uses or are generally outperformed by other options, requiring more specific conditions to shine.

Hammer Pump Shotgun
- Rarity: Common - Legendary
- DPS: 58.8 - 72.1
- Magazine: 8
- Reload Time: 5.77 - 4.73
The worst shotgun in the game. It lacks the versatility and power of other close-range weapons, making it a less desirable option. However, it is still better than having no weapon at all.

Thunderbolt of Zeus
- Rarity: Mythic
- Damage: 80 - 80 - 140
- Magazine: 3
- Cooldown: 8
Offers high damage potential but leaves the user vulnerable. It is best used from high ground with precision aiming.

Wings of Icarus
- Rarity: Epic
- DPS: 60
- Magazine: 300
- Cooldown: 2.75 - 2.25
While it is not a weapon per se, it can still deal 60 damage with its dive bomb ability. We suggest using it mainly as a mobility tool to move around the map.
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And that concludes our tier list for all the weapons in Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 2. Remember that every weapon from the lower tiers can still be very effective and deadly if you get it with a higher rarity and equip the right mods for it. For more Fortnite news and guides, check the rest of our website.