EVERY Weapon in Marathon – Explained

A 360 RPM sidearm and the default weapon for the Rook Runner. Low damage output puts it at the bottom of the weapon pool, but a Prestige-tier mod that grants invisibility on reload after a kill gives it a niche use case.

A hard-hitting hand cannon with a slow 138 RPM fire rate. Trades speed for raw stopping power – landing two clean shots is enough to drop most targets. Wasn’t available during the alpha, so expect fresh discoveries at launch.

An energy sidearm with 600 RPM and a secondary fire that charges up a focused laser shot. High DPS output but chews through Volt ammo quickly, so trigger discipline matters.

A burst-fire SMG that sends five rounds per trigger pull. Quickly became a community favorite during the April alpha for its consistent close-range performance. One of the safest SMG picks for aggressive play.

Full-auto at 550 RPM with the highest per-shot damage of the SMG class. The extra punch comes with noticeable recoil, making it better suited for holding corridors and indoor chokepoints than open-field spraying.

Absent from the alpha build entirely, so there’s no hands-on data yet. Based on what we know, it should have the fastest fire rate of any SMG in the game. Could be a strong contender for close quarters combat at launch if the numbers hold up.

A full-auto energy SMG with an overheat mechanic that gradually reduces fire rate the longer you hold the trigger. Effective at clearing tight spaces and pressuring grouped-up enemies at close range.

A conventional-looking semi-auto shotgun built for a bit more range than the WSTR. Won’t one-tap quite as easily up close, but should be more forgiving at mid-close distances where the double-barrel falls off.

An energy shotgun with very little confirmed info – only glimpses of data so far. Since no other shotgun in the roster is full-auto, there’s a good chance this one fills that role. Worth keeping an eye on.

A two-round double-barrel that can dump both shots in rapid succession. One blast at point-blank range is enough to delete a Runner. Already one of the most iconic weapons from the alpha – expect it in almost every loadout.

A three-round burst rifle that plays more like a pulse rifle than a traditional marksman weapon. Good for players who want ranged precision without committing to semi-auto pacing. Ammo type is still unconfirmed.

A semi-auto precision rifle clocking in at 275 RPM with strong effective range. Damage per shot is moderate, but the consistency and reach make it a dependable pick for players who like to control long lanes.

Hits like a truck but cycles slowly with a lengthy reload to match. Built for patient shooters who want maximum impact per trigger pull rather than volume of fire. Every missed shot costs you.

A complete mystery so far. The model closely resembles the MIDA Multi-Tool from Destiny 2, hinting at a fast-handling scout-style rifle. One of the biggest unknowns heading into launch.

A two-round burst rifle that can down targets incredibly fast when both shots connect on the head. One of the strongest alpha performers and a top-tier choice for players with sharp aim at mid-to-long range.

An energy precision rifle that requires a brief charge before each shot. The wind-up limits how fast you can fire, but the payoff is significantly higher damage per round. Rewards pre-aiming and punishes peek battles.

The only Heavy Rounds AR in the game, which should make it the hardest-hitting rifle in the category. Expect strong range and high damage at the cost of kickback that takes effort to manage.

The all-rounder of the AR class – lower RPM than the Overrun but with better damage, accuracy, range, and mag size. Handles well and feels natural for anyone coming from Bungie’s other shooters. A safe primary for any situation.

A 720 RPM full-auto rifle that leans toward close-to-medium engagements. Fast fire rate keeps pressure up, but damage per bullet is on the lower end. A straightforward entry point into the AR class.

The Volt-powered AR option, featuring a spinning barrel animation when firing. Runs at a slightly slower RPM than the kinetic ARs, but the energy damage type gives it a distinct role for Volt-focused builds.

Starts firing slowly and accelerates the longer you hold the trigger – a spin-up mechanic that rewards commitment. Not great for quick peeks, but devastating once it gets going in sustained fights.

The heavy-hitting option in the LMG class – slower RPM but each round packs serious damage. UESC commanders carry this weapon in-game, making it also a potential PvE pickup during raids.

A more conventional machine gun with a steady fire rate from the first bullet. Should output higher baseline RPM than the Conquest without needing to ramp up, making it a more predictable suppression tool.

A railgun with a suspected shorter charge time, trading raw per-shot power for faster follow-up potential. Should work better in mid-range duels where the Zeus would be too slow to cycle. Details still unconfirmed.

The marquee power weapon of the Volt arsenal. Requires a longer wind-up before firing, but the resulting shot can delete targets at range in a single blast. Limited ammo means every charge needs to count.

A bolt-action sniper with a three-round mag and the ability to drop Runners in a single headshot. The definitive long-range weapon for locking down sightlines and punishing extraction attempts from across the map.

A bolt-action sniper with a three-round mag and the ability to drop Runners in a single headshot. The definitive long-range weapon for locking down sightlines and punishing extraction attempts from across the map.

A Volt-powered sniper with a charge mechanic similar to the railguns. Likely one of the trickiest weapons to master, but also one of the more accessible to obtain since UESC Scouts carry it as a PvE drop.