[Ark Raiders]PVP Strongest Weapon Complete Guide 2025 Latest Edition | Thorough explanation of Venator, Anvil, and Renegade's tier list, specs, and combat moves

Ark Raiders PVP is known as an intense PvPvE extraction shooter. In addition to battles between players, the game involves attacks from powerful ARCs (enemy robots), so weapon selection has a major impact on victory or defeat. The environment has changed a lot, especially now that Venator has been nerfed in the latest patch, but Venator, Anvil, and Renegade still dominate the PVP meta.

In this guide, we will thoroughly explain the detailed specifications of these three weapons, how to upgrade them, how to obtain them, examples of PVP-specific battles, build suggestions, and how to use them on different maps. From beginners to advanced players, it covers all the practical information that will dramatically improve your winning rate. We have also compiled a tier list based on the latest environment, so please use it as a reference.

Ark Raiders PVP basics and the importance of weapon selection

Ark Raiders' PVP mode takes place on maps such as Dam Battlefield, Spaceport, Blue Gate, and Stella Monteith. The goal is to collect and extract resources, but there will always be interference from other players and ARCs. The points to consider when choosing a weapon are as follows.

• Anti-personnel firepower: Shield penetration and DPS are the keys. Requires the ability to quickly defeat enemies equipped with medium-sized shields.
• ARC performance: It is important to be able to support everything from small ARCs (turrets, etc.) to large ARCs (bastions).
• Weight/Mobility: It is necessary that the movement speed does not decrease due to the total weight.
• Cost performance: Commons/uncommons with cheap crafting/upgrades are strong.

Tier SS 3 weapons meet these requirements perfectly. It can be strengthened from the free loadout, and will be useful in both solo and team situations.

Strongest weapon tier list (PVP environment latest)

Tier	weapon name	rarity	Weapon type	Main strengths
SS	Venator	rare	pistol	High DPS/medium range accuracy
SS	anvil	uncommon	hand cannon	Single shot high damage/ARC penetration
SS	Renegade	rare	battle rifle	Medium and long range continuous fire/stability
S	stitcher	common	SMG	Close range DPS king
S	kettle	common	AR	General purpose medium range
A	Vulcano	epic	S.G.	Super short range burst

Maintains SS even after Venator weakens.

Venator: New champion of PVP, broken DPS with 1 trigger and 2 shots

Although the Venator is a semi-auto pistol, its most appealing feature is its unique ability to fire two shots at the same time with a single trigger (consuming only one bullet). Even after being weakened (fire rate reduced by 13/26/40%, weight increased by 5kg), it still remains overwhelmingly powerful in medium-range PVP. Damage is 18×2, effectively 36, and a headshot can kill instantly.

Detailed specifications

item	value
damage	18 (×2 shots)
rate of fire	36.7 (IV: +40%)
Range	48.4
magazine	10
weight	5kg
ARC penetration	moderate
attachment	grip/magazine

Upgrade details (Gunsmith 1 and above)

• I → II: Fire rate +13%, reload -16%, durability +10 (Materials: advanced machinery x 1, medium gun parts x 2)
• II → III: +26%, -33%, +20
• III→IV: +40%, -50%, +30

How to get it

1. Map scavenging (top tower bag, high probability of dropping by defeating raiders)
2. Craft: Gunsmith 2 (Advanced machine x 2, medium gun parts x 3, magnet x 5)
3. Trader: Tian Wen (Lv12 unlocked, quest “Industrial Espionage” reward)

PVP fighting & build example

• Strength utilization: It is possible to put the first two shots into the head by waiting in a corner or jumping out. It reloads quickly and is strong in consecutive battles.
• Countermeasures against weaknesses: I'm not good at long range, so I'll keep it at medium range. Since the weight has increased after weakening, a light shield is recommended.

Build example (solo medium range type)

slot	equipment
main	Venator IV + Expansion Maga
sub	stitcher
shield	Medium size (light weight)
tool	Smoke G+Medikit

Keep total weight within 25kg. Small ARCs can be wiped out, and large ARCs can be dealt with by targeting weak points. It especially shines at the Dam Battlefield indoors and Stella Monteith Station.

Anvil: A deadly hand cannon with 40 damage per shot.

The Anvil is a revolver type hand cannon, and its biggest feature is 40 damage per shot + high ARC penetration power. A headshot instantly melts shields, making it extremely effective against large ARCs. Weighing 5kg, it is the strongest class as a sub-weapon.

Detailed specifications

item	value
damage	40
rate of fire	16.3 (IV: +75%)
Range	50.2
magazine	6
weight	5kg
ARC penetration	strong
attachment	Fully compatible

Upgrade details

• I → II: Dispersion recovery -6.5%, rate of fire +25%, durability +10 (machine x 3, simple gun x 1)
• II → III: -12.5%, +50%, +20
• III→IV: -18.75%, +75%, +30

How to get it

1. Lower tower lockers and free loadouts
2. Craft: Gunsmith 2 (machine x 5, simple gun x 6)
3. Trader: Tian Wen (Lv7 unlocked)

PVP fighting & build example

• Strength utilization: The first body shot will halve the enemy's HP, and the second shot will finish it off. The exposure time is minimal and reverse kills occur frequently.
• Countermeasures against weaknesses: Hit and away is essential as the magazine is limited to 6 shots. Always stay in cover while reloading.

Build example (team type with emphasis on ARC)

slot	equipment
main	Anvil IV
sub	Renegade
shield	large
tool	Hull Cracker

This configuration allows for immediate transition to PVP after ARC processing. Best performance on spaceport map.

Renegade: Lever action king who dominates medium and long range

Renegade is a lever-action battle rifle, and its rapid fire rate enhancement through upgrades and high accuracy completely dominate medium- and long-range PVP. Damage is 35×8 magazines, range is 68.8, and cover tactics are very powerful. The only bottleneck is the weight of 10kg.

Detailed specifications

item	value
damage	35
rate of fire	21 (IV: +75%)
Range	68.8
magazine	8
weight	10kg
ARC penetration	moderate
attachment	Fully compatible

Upgrade details

• I → II: Dispersion -16.6%, rate of fire +25%, durability +10 (Advanced machine x 1, medium gun x 2)
• II → III: -33.3%, +50%, +20
• III→IV: -50%, +75%, +30

How to get it

1. Defeating raiders and quest rewards
2. Craft: Gunsmith 3 (Advanced Machine x 2, Medium Gun x 3, Oil x 5)
3. Trader: Tian Wen (Lv12)

PVP fighting & build example

• Utilization of strengths: Possible to engage in tough battles using cover. With continuous fire IV, it exhibits DPS comparable to SMG.
• Countermeasures against weak points: Cover the decrease in mobility due to weight with a light shield + jump movement.

Build example (long range sniper type)

slot	equipment
main	Renegade IV + Scope
sub	Venator
shield	small size
tool	sensor

Demonstrates unparalleled strength in the high position of Blue Gate.

How to use 3 weapons: Optimal selection depending on situation/map

situation/map	Recommended weapon	reason
Short distance indoor (dam)	Venator	Can be pushed through at once with DPS
Medium range field battle (Stella)	Renegade	Overwhelming range and accuracy
ARC Melee (Spaceport)	anvil	Multi-target simultaneous support with penetrating power
solo entry	Anvil + Venator	Light and versatile
team assault	Renegade + Anvil	Combining fire support and single-shot kills

In terms of compatibility, Venator wins against SMG opponents on the first hit, Anvil beats AR opponents with single-shot penetration, and Renegade beats SR opponents with rapid fire.

Golden rules for improving your winning rate: 10 practical tips

1. Always upgrade up to IV. Materials can be collected efficiently by fishing in towers.
2. Be sure to bring 80 medium-sized ammunition and 40 large-sized ammunition.
3. Attachments prioritize extended magazines and ensure stability with grips.
4. Always be aware of high places and corner positions and control them.
5. Predict enemy positions using sensors.
6. Guide the enemy to the ARC and aim for the fisherman's advantage.
7. After being weakened, Venator will switch to burst fire.
8. You start with the free loadout Anvil.
9. We constantly check patch notes and respond to meta changes.
10. Thoroughly hone your shooting accuracy at the practice range.

Just by practicing these points, you can significantly improve your winning rate.

Summary: Achieve unparalleled PVP with 3 weapons

The pinnacle of Ark Raiders PVP is Venator's overwhelming DPS, Anvil's single-shot destructive power, and Renegade's range domination. If you take advantage of the weakening and master how to use it according to the situation, you can consistently win on any map. Beginners should start with the Anvil, and once you get used to it, complete the full build to master the Venator Renegade. If you master these three weapons, you will already be at the top of PVP. Start practicing today and increase your winning rate!