Welcome to our comprehensive guide to the best weapons that you will find in the action-packed world of Mighty Doom. Whether you are a casual player who is looking to improve their game or a seasoned pro aiming to beat some of the hardest stages, your choice of weaponry will significantly impact your gaming experience.
In this definitive ranking guide, we have done some of the heavy lifting for you. We have spent countless hours playing the game and evaluated each weapon based on a range of criteria that include – damage output and fire rate to ease of use – to bring you a full ranking list. We’ve got you covered in all areas; we are exploring primary, secondary, and ultimate weapons to give you the full loadout.
Ready to find out which weapons will help you dominate on the battlefield? Let’s dive right in.
Methodology
Before we get into the list of weapon rankings, it is important to understand the reasons behind our selections. The goal here is to present a clean, unbiased, and well-rounded tier list of each weapon type in Mighty Doom, enabling you to make an informed choice that can fit your style of play. Here are the key criteria that we have considered:
Damage Output
- One of the most straightforward metrics, the damage output directly affects how quickly you can eliminate foes.
Fire Rate
- A weapon may have high damage but if its fire rate is slow, it could become a liability. We weigh the balance between the two.
Ease of Use
- Not all weapons are as user-friendly as others. We consider how easy it is to aim and fire, and how that impacts the weapon’s effectiveness.
Special Abilities
- Certain weapons come with unique abilities that can change the tide of battle. While not a determining factor, special abilities can set a weapon apart.
Versatility
- A good weapon works well in a variety of situations. We look at how each weapon performs in different scenarios.
By understanding the methodology, you’ll get a clearer picture of why certain weapons rank higher or lower on our lists. Now, let us get into the rankings, starting with primary weapons!
Primary Weapons
Primary weapons are at the forefront of your inventory and play an important role in how you perform on the battlefield. Ensuring you have the best weapon equipped that suits your play style is a key factor to success.
Tier List
- S-Tier: Heavy Cannon
- S-Tier: Chain Gun
- A-Tier: Plasma Rifle
- B-Tier: Combat Shotgun
- C-Tier: Burst Rifle
This tier list gives a quick reference guide to the weapons that we consider the best and worst in the game. However, each weapon can have its own pros and cons, which we will delve into now.
Top Primary Weapons
Heavy Cannon
The Heavy Cannon is one of the most popular and versatile primary weapons in Mighty Doom. The weapon shoots precise projectiles in the way of the enemy and deals extra damage to those who are weak to Ballistic damage. The Heavy Cannon takes the top spot on our list due to its ease of use and high damage output.
- Pros: Easy to obtain and upgrade, good damage output.
- Cons: Can be weak without the right in-game abilities.
Pro Tip: Selecting bounce, spread shot, and ricochet can make this weapon into a demon-slaying machine.
Chain Gun
Taking a close second place on the list is the Chain Gun. This is another fan-favorite that works by slowly increasing its rate of fire as it reaches its maximum rate. The Chain Gun can be made to deal with ice damage with abilities in the game.
- Pros: A good selection of abilities in the game makes it stronger, fire rate becomes exceptional.
- Cons: Reaching the maximum fire rate is not instant.
Plasma Rifle
Next on our list is the Plasma Rifle. This weapon is an enjoyable weapon to play with and can still be a good choice for some stages and events in the game. The weapon rapidly fires orbs of energy and deals extra damage to those demons who are weak to plasma.
- Pros: Fast firing rate, decent damage output.
- Cons: Can be weak without the right in-game abilities.
Combat Shotgun
Making its way towards the bottom of our list is the Combat Shotgun. Whilst the weapon puts out a high amount of damage with each shot, we found this to be one of the most difficult weapons to use in the game as it relied on being really close to demons. The Shotgun can be made to deal fire damage with abilities that are selected in-game.
- Pros: High damage output.
- Cons: Have to be close to demons and bosses to make it effective.
Burst Rifle
At the bottom of our tier list is the Burst Rifle. In our experience of testing all weapons in the game, we deemed this to be the weakest and least effective primary weapon in the game. The weapon fires 3-shot bursts which rely on your player being stationary to increase the accuracy. The Burst Rifle can deal toxic damage with abilities selected in-game.
- Pros: A 3-shot burst can take down some enemies.
- Cons: Relies on being stationary to increase weapon accuracy.
Secondary Weapons
Secondary weapons play an important role in Mighty Doom, they can be used to get you out of a sticky spot and in some cases be used to clear complete rooms. Choosing a strong secondary weapon is crucial for success.
Tier List
- S-Tier: Gauss Cannon
- S-Tier: Super Shotgun
- S-Tier: Ballista
- A-Tier: Rocket Launcher
- B-Tier: Sentinel Hammer
This tier list gives a quick reference guide to the weapons that we consider the best and worst in the game. However, each weapon can have its own pros and cons, which we will delve into now.
Top Secondary Weapons
Gauss Cannon
One of our favorite and stand-out secondary weapons in Mighty Doom was the Gauss Cannon. The weapon works by firing a steel flechette at speeds that are high enough to pierce through multiple enemies. With the right configuration, we were able to clear some complete rooms with the Gauss Cannon. Leveling up this weapon is crucial to increase the amount of damage to a devastating amount.
- Pros: Can damage multiple enemies at once, high damage output.
- Cons: In later chapters relies heavily on the right ability selection.
Pro Tip: Selecting multiple projectiles, bounce, and magnetic acceleration can clear a room.
Super Shotgun
Joining the Gauss Cannon at the top of our list is the Super Shotgun. The Super Shotgun can deal a devastating amount of damage that can quickly take care of demons and bosses on the battlefield. With the right abilities selected, the Super Shotgun can deal fire damage to demons.
- Pros: High damage output and abilities can make this weapon extremely strong.
- Cons: Need to be relatively close to enemies to make it effective.
Ballista
Taking the final place in our S-tier secondary weapons is the Ballista. The Ballista deals with a blast of concentrated energy that can quickly clear a room of demons. If attack speed is something crucial to your build, then this will be the secondary weapon for you. The Ballista also deals extra damage to those enemies weak to plasma damage.
- Pros: High attack speed and good damage output.
- Cons: Needs to be highly leveled to make it effective at later stages in the game.
Rocket Launcher
The next weapon on our list is the Rocket Launcher. This weapon makes it to our good tier of secondary weapons but does not quite match the three mentioned above. The Rocket Launcher fires a rocket in the way of enemies and can take out multiple enemies at once. The weapon can deal with ice damage with ability selection in-game.
- Pros: Can damage multiple enemies at once.
- Cons: Only effective against slower-moving targets.
sentinel Hammer
At the bottom of the list is the Sentinel Hammer. We found this to be the least effective and most difficult-to-use secondary weapon in the game. The weapon works by slamming on the ground and creating a shockwave that can damage all enemies that come into contact with it. The Hammer can be configured to deal with ice, toxic, and plasma damage with abilities in-game.
- Pros: Can damage multiple enemies at once.
- Cons: Often resulted in being damaged when trying to activate.
Ultimate Weapons
Ultimate weapons play a vital role in Mighty Doom. Ultimate weapons should be used to help out with difficult stages and bosses that you are having difficulty getting past.
Tier List
- S-Tier: Unmaykr
- S-Tier: BFG 9000
- A-Tier: Chainsaw
- A-Tier: Crucible
This tier list gives a quick reference guide to the weapons that we consider the best and worst in the game. However, each weapon can have its own pros and cons, which we will delve into now.
Top Ultimate Weapons
Unmaykr
The first weapon that makes the S-tier section of ultimate weapons in Mighty Doom is the Unmaykr. The weapon works by firing rapid volleys of tri-directional argent bolts that can take out a room. One of the must-have abilities that comes with this weapon is the ability to give you an extra 20% damage resistance.
- Pros: Can give you a 20% damage resistance in the game, and a good amount of damage output against bosses.
- Cons: The BFG 9000 can give more value in later chapters where health is critical.
BFG 9000
Staying on the S-tier is the BFG 9000. Whilst this is not the most powerful ultimate weapon in the game, the health boost that can be unlocked can come in handy when you are low on health. The only downfall with this weapon is the amount of charge time. The weapon fires colossal balls of energy that can target all enemies in its path.
- Pros: The health boost can help you out in the game and help you clear chapters.
- Cons: Damage output is low compared to other ultimate weapons.
Pro Tip: If you have the health boost selected, save the attack for when you are low on health or before the boss stages.
Chainsaw
The Chainsaw makes its way to the A-tier of the list. This ultimate weapon works by shredding demons with a charge attack that can be performed when fully charged. The amount of damage is high and can be useful in scenarios against tough bosses and enemies with high health points.
- Pros: Guarantees a direct hit on targeted enemies.
- Cons: Seemed less effective with abilities against other ultimate weapons.
Crucible
The final ultimate weapon and what joins the Chainsaw in the A-tier is the Crucible. The Crucible is a melee-type weapon that works by charging at enemies and dealing damage. The Crucible was more effective in the earlier stages of the game and would sometimes be ineffective in the later stages of a chapter.
- Pros: Can take down enemies in one strike.
- Cons: Damage was inconsistent and could not be relied on.
And there you have it – the ultimate tier list of all types of weapons in Mighty Doom. Whether you favor close-quarter battles or long-range engagements, this comprehensive guide will have you armed in no time. You should now be ready to jump into battle, grab your weapon of choice, and start taking down those pesky demons!
It is important to remember whilst some weapons may rank higher, the best weapon for you can depend on your gameplay style and strategy. What works for one player may not work for another, so feel free to experiment and find what suits you.
If you have found this guide useful, you may want to check out our Ultimate Guide to Mighty Doom, where we take a deep dive into the game’s mechanics, strategies, and tips for total game domination.
