[Ark Raiders]Latest version of PvP strongest weapon tier ranking | Thorough strategy guide for Venator, Anvil, and Renegade! A complete explanation of builds and tactics that will dramatically improve your winning rate

ARC Raiders is an extremely popular PvPvE extraction shooter. The game features frequent PvP battles between players as they collect resources and aim to escape from a devastated world. In particular, the difference between winning and losing in PvP is weapon selection and its use. If you choose the right weapon, you can turn around even the odds.

In this article, we will focus on the three most powerful weapons that have received overwhelming praise in the PvP environment — Venator, Anvil, and Renegade — and provide a thorough explanation of their tier rankings, detailed specs, upgrade methods, acquisition routes, recommended builds, and specific strategies. Mastering these can increase your winning rate by more than 20%. Based on the latest patch information, actual battle data after nerfing is reflected. We will deliver useful content for everyone from beginners to advanced users.

PvP strongest weapon tier ranking (latest)

PvP tiers are evaluated based on time to kill (TTK), maneuverability, armor penetration, and cost performance. Tier SS is the top environment, and Venator, Anvil, and Renegade are all SS-class. A characteristic of Arc Raiders is that common weapons are strong, and the appeal is that you can become strong from the beginning without relying on high rare weapons.

Tier	weapon name	type	Main strengths	PvP appropriate distance
SS	stitcher	SMG	Strongest short-range DPS	short distance
SS	kettle	AR	High accuracy at medium distances	medium distance
SS	anvil	HG (hand cannon)	Instant firepower/penetration power	short to medium distance
SS	Venator	HG (Pistol)	2 shots at the same time/lightweight	short to medium distance
SS	Renegade	BR	High precision lever action	medium to long distance
S	Vulcano	S.G.	Close range blow	short distance
S	Ferro	BR	Single shot high power	medium to long distance
A	Tempest	AR	Balanced type	medium distance
B	rattler	AR	Good cost performance	medium distance

1. Venator | The new champion of PvP sidearms, a broken DPS that fires two shots at the same time

The Venator is a semi-auto pistol that has the unique ability to fire two shots at the same time with one trigger. Since it only consumes one bullet, its instantaneous DPS is top class among all weapons. It is lightweight, weighing only 5kg, and can be quickly swapped from your main weapon. Demonstrates unparalleled strength when waiting in a corner at close range or jumping out to shoot. Although it has been adjusted with recent nerfs (decreased firepower, slight increase in weight), it still reigns as an indispensable sidearm for PvP.

Specification details (at Lv.IV upgrade)

item	value	remarks
damage	18 (×2 shots)	Can be instantly killed with the head
firing rate	51.38 (+66%)	Faster even after nerf
magazine	10 (expandable)	medium sized ammunition
Penetration power	moderate	Effective for medium ARC
weight	5kg	It is the lightest class
reload	-50%	It's super fast

Strengths/Weaknesses

• Strengths: High damage can be achieved by minimizing exposure time. It fills the main reload gap and greatly improves PvP survivability. It is excellent in terms of cost performance and is easy to obtain from the beginning.
• weakness: Not suitable for long distances. Weak against heavily armored ARC (suitable for PvE support).

upgrade path

• I → II: Firepower +22%, Reload -16%, Durability +10 (Materials: 1 advanced mechanical part, 2 medium gun parts)
• II → III: Firepower +44%, Reload -33%, Durability +20
• III → IV: Firepower +66%, Reload -50%, Durability +30

Possible at Gunsmith Lv.1. We recommend increasing the durability to 130.

How to get it

• Crafting: There is a high chance of blueprints dropping in Raider Cache and the new map “Stella Monteith”.
• Collected: Dropped from enemies after mid-game.

PvP fighting example

1. Waiting at the corner: While reloading the main AR, instantly swap and melt the enemy with a double burst. It is possible to kill within 0.5 seconds of exposure.
2. Infight: Performs a rapid fire attack from the waist during a surprise attack inside a building, keeping TTK to less than 1 second.
3. quick peak: Repeats peak → burst → hide action at medium distance. You can achieve a hit rate of over 90%.

Recommended build

• Main: Kettle (medium range) + Venator (sub)
• Shield: Medium size (considering weight balance)
• Attachment: Angle grip (improved stability)

2. Anvil | Large ammunition hand cannon, devastating firepower with 40 damage per shot

The Anvil is a revolver-type hand cannon, and its biggest selling point is its 40 damage per shot and high penetration. Headshots instantly melt enemies. It weighs only 5kg and is a versatile champion that can be used in both PvP and PvE. Although it is a large ammunition, it has high fighting ability and can create a “win on first hit” rule.

Specification details (at Lv.IV upgrade)

item	value	remarks
damage	40	It's instant death with the head.
firing rate	+75%	will be faster
magazine	6	It's a large ammunition
Penetration power	strength	Breaks through ARC heavy armor
weight	5kg	Excellent handling
distributed recovery	-18.75%	Achieves stable shooting

Strengths/Weaknesses

• Strengths: Ignores shields with penetration power. You can strike a reversal blow in PvP. Crafts are cheap and easy to carry around at all times.
• weakness: The magazine is small and it is not fully automatic (single shot).

upgrade path

• I → II: Firepower +25%, variance -6.5%, durability +10
• II → III: Firepower +50%, dispersion -12.5%, durability +20
• III → IV: Firepower +75%, dispersion -18.75%, durability +30

The materials are mainly large gun parts.

How to get it

• Crafting: Obtain early blueprints (Raider Cache in Dam Battlegrounds)
• Drop: Occurs frequently.

PvP fighting example

1. First shot settled: At the peak, perform one torso → head follow. Achieves TTK of 0.8 seconds.
2. Against ARC simultaneously: Prioritize enemy players in PvE melee battles.
3. shoot and run: Fires one shot → immediately hides repeatedly.

Recommended build

• Main: Anvil + Stitcher (close range backup)
• Shield: Small (emphasis on mobility)

3. Renegade | Lever action precision shooting king, dominating medium and long distances

Renegade is a battle rifle with medium ammunition. With 35 damage per shot + high accuracy, you can dominate mid- and long-range shooting battles. The upgrade improves the rate of fire and provides SMG-like DPS even at close range. Although it weighs 10 kg, it is versatile if you use shielding.

Specification details (at Lv.IV upgrade)

item	value	remarks
damage	35	High head bonus
firing rate	+75%	It will be a rapid-fire SMG class.
magazine	8	medium sized ammunition
Penetration power	moderate	ARC processing is good
Range	68.8	Stable at long distances
stability	85.7	It's outstanding

Strengths/Weaknesses

• Strengths: High accuracy and no need for deviation shooting. Stable kills are possible at medium range. Excellent for both PvE and PvP.
• weakness: It is heavy and weak at close range (sub is required).

upgrade path

• I→II: Firepower +25%, Dispersion -16.6%, Durability +10 (Advanced Machine 1, Medium Gun 2)
• II → III: Firepower +50%, dispersion -33.3%, durability +20
• III → IV: Firepower +75%, dispersion -50%, durability +30

Possible at Gunsmith Lv.1.

How to get it

• Craft: 2 advanced mechanical parts, 3 medium gun parts, 5 oil (gunsmith 3)
• Drop: Can be obtained from enemies in the middle.

PvP fighting example

1. quick peek sniper: Performs continuous lever fire from cover. Achieve a 95% hit rate.
2. medium range shooting: Control recoil with finger-cutting shooting.
3. shoot and run: Wipe out the enemy with 8 shots per mag.

Recommended build

• Main: Renegade + Venator
• Shield: Medium

3 weapon comparison table

item	Venator	anvil	Renegade
optimal distance	Near to medium	Near to medium	Medium to far
DPS	strongest	high	High after up
weight	5kg (light)	5kg (light)	10kg (weight)
penetration	Medium	strength	Medium
Cost performance	S++	S++	S+

Optimal weapon usage depending on situation

• Close encounter (inside a building): Venator (instantaneous DPS)
• medium range shooting: Renegade (accuracy)
• Reversal blow:Anvil (penetrating firepower)
• PvE melee:Anvil (ARC compatible)

Recommended PvP loadout examples

1. general purpose solo: Anvil (main) + Venator (sub) + Medium Shield + Hull Cracker (for ARC)
2. team middle distance: Renegade + Stitcher + Small Shield
3. Early cost performance: kettle + anvil

Latest patch information

• Venator: Maintains SS despite slight decrease in firepower and slight increase in weight.
• Anvil/Renegade: Relative increase due to strengthening trend.

FAQ

Q: Where should beginners start?

A: We recommend Anvil. Crafts are cheap and can be used immediately.

Q: How should I manage my ammunition?

A: Priority should be given to bringing 80 medium and large size guns.

Q: Do I need high rare weapons?

A: No need. It can fight well with common reinforcement.

summary

Weapon selection accounts for 90% of PvP in Arc Raiders. Use Venator's abnormal DPS, Anvil's piercing firepower, and Renegade's precision fire depending on the situation to dramatically increase your winning rate. If you build around these, you can consistently win on any map. Refine your skills further through practice and rise to the top. Information will be updated from time to time.