Top 10 greatest Fortnite weapons of all time

Hundreds upon hundreds of weapons have graced Fortnite over almost a decade. From Shotguns to Assault Rifles to Submachine Guns, every imaginable weapon has been available to use in the game at one point or another. It’s one aspect of the game that Epic Games has nailed without question.

Although some aren’t so great, there have been so many iconic weapons that it’s difficult to count. However, we have narrowed down our list of the top ten Fortnite weapons of all time. Keep in mind that this list contains no Mythics, but rather weapons you’d find in a given loot pool.

Here is our list of the top 10 greatest Fortnite weapons of all time.

Few weapons produced more memorable clips and moments than the Hunting Rifle. While not the most practical, this weapon can send your opponent to the lobby with one clean headshot. Even better, the style points are awarded to those willing to try out trick shots.

The early days produced some incredible combinations, whether it be a rocket ride headshot for the win or just an insane 360 trick shot to earn the Victory Royale. Is it something you’d want to carry in 2026? Maybe not, but the Hunting Rifle has rightfully earned its position in Fortnite history.

The MK-Seven Assault Rifle represented Fortnite’s first foray into the realm of Assault Rifles with red dot sights–a staple in games such as Call of Duty and other first-person shooters. Introduced in Chapter 3 Season 1, the MK-Seven Assault Rifle took the game by storm.

Players prioritized this weapon because it was otherworldly both in damage and efficiency. Pairing the red dot sight with the hitscan properties made the MK-Seven Assault Rifle a staple in most players’ inventories. It recently returned for the first time since Chapter 6, and it’s sadly a shell of its former self, but we will always have Chapter 3.

Fortnite’s diversity is unquestionably its standout trait, and that includes Submachine Guns. Whether you love them or hate them, the spam-friendly SMGs have become a go-to for players who aren’t as precise with the weapons that require more accuracy.

The classic Submachine Gun was another permanent fixture in the inventories of many in Chapters 1 and 2. However, this weapon always shone the brightest in the Epic and Legendary rarities. It could not only annihilate your opponent’s health, but also the structures surrounding them. A list like this requires at least one SMG, and the Compact SMG, specifically the P90, is the one.

On a similar note to the Hunting Rifle, the Hand Cannon is a scopeless weapon that provides a level of satisfaction that’s difficult to quantify. It’s almost a “you just had to be there situation,” because landing a shot with a Hand Cannon injects instant dopamine into the user. It had the ability to instantly crack an opponent’s Shield if not eliminate them outright.

While not as prominent in the trick shooting space, the Hand Cannon was a much more practical weapon to carry due to the lack of a bolt-action component. Like the MK-Seven, Epic Games has neutered the Hand Cannon over time, but it’s one of the most effective classic weapons.

A third weapon on that list, which rewards accuracy, is the Infantry Rifle, which first entered the loot pool in Chapter 1 Season 7. This weapon was akin to a Hunting Rifle but without the bolt-action element. The Infantry Rifle, especially in higher rarities, could shred an opponent's Shield and HP without hesitation.

Although it had a much slower fire-rate compared to the traditional Assault Rifle, the Infantry Rifle belonged in the hands of your most accurate teammate. Unlike a few of the other weapons we’ve covered, the Infantry Rifle returned just once in Battle Royale since Chapter 1, and it was just as good as players remembered.

This may or may not surprise you, but the Stark Industries Energy Rifle from Chapter 2 Season 4 is a weapon that could bring a tear to your eye. It represents what makes Fortnite such an impactful game; the theming, appearance, and efficiency are off the charts. The “Stark Rifle,” as players commonly called it, looked outstanding and was a crucial weapon in the Marvel season.

It’s again one of the many weapons that arrived, made a splash, and rode off into the sunset, only to reappear once in Chapter 5 Season 4 for another Marvel go-around. Unfortunately, despite being one of the best Fortnite weapons in its heyday, it failed to maintain its illustrious reputation.

In the runner-up position is the Tactical Shotgun for its rapid fire rate and ease of access. For the non-Pump Shotgun crowd, the Tactical Shotgun was an absolute must. It was much more forgiving in the early days, meaning you could miss a shot or two and still clean up your opponent with relative ease.

While not as iconic as the Shotgun we have at number one, it provided a perfect balance. The Tactical Shotgun did exactly what it needed to do, allowing less-accurate players to keep up with the rest of the crowd.

Fortnite has always felt like a Shotgun-first game, despite the wide range of automatic, semi-automatic, and bolt-action weapons. Nothing feels more satisfying than delivering a Shotgun blast that sends your opponent packing. The first of three Shotguns we have to round out this list is the Charge Shotgun.

Introduced first in Chapter 2 Season 3, this weapon became an object of disdain for thousands of players. It felt clunky, was difficult to time right, and just wasn’t the classic Pump. However, the sentiment has shifted significantly over the last few years. It’s one of those weapons that feels incredibly rewarding when the blast finds its target.

Unfortunately, it often remains in Fortnite’s dreaded vault despite remerging here and there. The Charge Shotgun had a rough come-up but is one of the more memorable Shotguns.

A top ten Fortnite weapons list would not be complete without the classic Assault Rifle, since it’s part of the reason this game became the phenomenon it did. Whether it was a Common or a Legendary rarity, this was the weapon you’d carry in the early days of Chapter 1. 

It was reliable, had such a memorable sound, and the higher rarities were likely the reason you either won or lost games back in 2017 and 2018. A weapon of this magnitude should have a spot reserved on any list covering the best Fortnite weapons. 

The classic Assault Rifle has undergone many changes over the years, but you can still find it in the Fortnite OG, where the sounds and eliminations that follow should scratch that nostalgic itch.

You’d be hard-pressed to find a Fortnite weapons ranking that doesn’t feature the Pump Shotgun in at least the top three, if not in the number one spot. This Shotgun, commonly referred to as the “SPAS,” represents so many different eras of Fortnite.

The purple and gold versions became the most desirable weapons in any lobby in Chapters 1 and 2. If another player sent you to the lobby in close-range combat, they were probably carrying the classic Pump. It helped create the phrase “200 Pump,” as the most satisfying reward for landing a headshot on a player with 200 HP.

Furthermore, the Pump Shotgun became a staple in Zone Wars, Box Fights, Realistic 1v1s, and virtually every aspect of Fortnite’s many game modes. This remains true to this day despite Epic Games introducing various versions of Shotguns into the loot pool. Nothing will ever compare to the OG Pump.