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The world of Atomfall wastes no time showing just how brutal things are going to get. Blackmail and murder will follow your every step. And to protect yourself, you’re going to need weapons. In this blog, I’ll tell you about the gear that works well for the early game, where to find it, and what makes it special. The order of weapons is based on my personal preferences, not the order in which you find them. So, let’s get started — I hope these weapons help you survive!

Bullpup Assault Rifle

First on my list is the British bullpup assault rifle — the JM-3. For the early game, this thing isn’t just good — it’s downright overpowered. Once you find it, you’ll be praying you never run out of ammo.

You can grab this rifle for free in the Casterfell Woods, right near the entrance to the dam — though getting it won’t be a walk in the park. Since you’ll already be in the area, it’s also a great chance to pay a visit to Mother Yago.

Your first task is to sneak past the ferals in the tunnel — unless you’re in the mood for blood, in which case you can skip the stealth and settle things with good old-fashioned violence. Just remember: stay out of range of their poison spit, or you’ll be heading back to your last checkpoint.

Once you’ve slipped past (or mowed down) the ferals, head north with the garden complex on your left. The spot you’re looking for is marked by three hives.

Here, you’ve got two options: charge in and take a beating, or thin out the swarm first. From my own experience, tossing in a single grenade is more than enough to clear the way.

The rifle’s previous owner is “resting” right in the middle of the clearing, and I doubt they’ll mind if you take it. As for the druids to the east — they might not be thrilled about the situation, but as long as you don’t get too close, they’ll leave you alone. No need to start a fight.

The JM-3 is basically a legal damage cheat in Atomfall: it’s got a large magazine, high rate of fire, solid accuracy, and a low-magnification scope. The only downside? You’ll burn through ammo so fast you won’t even notice you’re empty — until you hear that dreaded click in the middle of a fight. So stay sharp, or you’ll be left reloading when you least want to be.

Hi-Power 9mm Pistol

This 9mm pistol is your lifeline — the first weapon that doesn’t drag you into trouble likely to shorten your lifespan.

Unlike most other guns, the Hi-Power is picked up naturally through the story during your first trip into the Interchange. I approached it through Wyndham, but you can take any route you like — it doesn’t really matter. Once inside, just follow the signs leading to the central processor.

After passing through the blast doors, look down for the word “OBERON” painted on the floor — that’s your guide in the right direction.

Most of the main doors in the bunker are powered down, but someone thoughtfully jammed a box under one of them. Crawl underneath and follow the hallway until you reach a staircase. Head up and go straight into the Central Processor room — there you’ll find two dead scientists. One of them, slumped against the control panel, has stashed some useful loot for you: a few supplies, an atomic battery, and a trusty, rusty Hi-Power — Cumberland’s finest.

This pistol may not have the range of a sniper rifle or the close-up punch of a shotgun, but its high rate of fire more than makes up for it. You’re unlikely to drop someone with a single shot, but the second or third will usually get the job done.

Mk. VI Revolver

The revolver is a six-shot classic that’ll definitely come in handy throughout the game. And getting your hands on it isn’t too much of a challenge — here’s a hint on where to find it.

As you head down the road through Slatten Dale toward the village of Wyndham, you’ll spot a train yard. Let’s just say it’s not the safest place — it’s crawling with bandits who won’t hesitate to blow your head off if they see you. So stay alert, and if things go sideways — shoot first.

Directly across from the train yard, there’s a house you can enter from the south side. The graffiti that says “PISS OFF” might seem like a warning, but don’t let it fool you — you’re more than welcome to walk in and take whatever you can carry. And since we’re the bold type, that’s exactly what we’re gonna do.

Once inside the house, stick to the left wall and follow it around the corner until you reach a room with a staircase. Head upstairs — at first, it’ll look like a dead end, but if you look closely, there’s a barely visible hole in the far wall. You can squeeze through it, assuming you haven’t overindulged in too many pasties. Just to the right of the gap, there’s a narrow passage — slip through it.

On the other side, you’ll find an old but still deadly Mk: VI revolver along with a few rounds of ammo.

This Webley revolver was once standard issue for the British Army and remained in service until the 1960s, when it was replaced by the more modern Hi-Power pistol.

Sure, it doesn’t fire as quickly or as accurately as its successor, but it makes up for that with raw stopping power — if you land a shot, it’s going to hurt. Its biggest drawback is the reload speed, since you have to load each round by hand. But if you appreciate the classics and have a steady aim, the Mk: VI can still be a real lifesaver.

Lemington Shotgun

The Lemington Shotgun is the very first weapon you can get your hands on — literally within a minute of stepping out of the bunker.

Turn left and follow the path until you spot a small house on the left side. Head inside, go around the corner, and you’ll find a wooden crate. Grab the useful supplies on top of it, then climb onto the crate itself.

Your next step is to climb through the small window on the right. On the other side, you’ll find yourself in a cramped room with a bit of ammo, some random junk, and a dead guy who clearly won’t be needing any of it anymore.

Loot the body — you’ll find the Lemington, a makeshift single-shot shotgun. After that, just open the door to your right and head back outside.

As for the weapon itself — let’s just say it’s an acquired taste. In close quarters, the Lemington gets the job done: one shot and your enemy’s hitting the dirt. But if you miss or face multiple attackers, the slow manual reload quickly becomes a real problem.

Try using it at range, and you’ll get more of a loud bang than any real effect — it’s closer to a firecracker than an actual firearm. Still, for the early game, it beats fighting with your bare hands. It’s a situational weapon with clear pros and cons — use it wisely.

Terrier.22 Rifle

And last — and probably the most questionable weapon at any stage of the game. The.22 long rifle round is the most widely used in the world: cheap, relatively accurate… and that’s pretty much where its advantages end.

Your first chance to get a weapon chambered for this caliber comes just past Wyndham, in the abandoned houses of Slatten Dale. Walk past the wrecked truck on the road and look to your left for a watermill. Circle around to the back of the building and crawl under the wooden boards.

Once inside, stay alert — there are traps waiting for you: a tripwire and a nail board. To avoid them, stick close to the right-hand wall as you move forward.

In the far left corner, just past the traps, you’ll find a rusty Terrier rifle chambered in.22 along with a few rounds.

It’s a single-shot bolt-action rifle with the weakest damage output among the early-game weapons. Still, it’s the only option early on that lets you shoot from a distance. You won’t be dropping anyone with a single shot, so be ready to switch to something else fast if an enemy gets too close.

Weapons — Your Path to Survival

In my blog Atomfall: How to Upgrade Your Weapons , I break down the full upgrade system introduced by the developers, who didn’t just add a wide variety of guns — in Atomfall, your weapons are your loyal companions, and taking care of them means they’ll have your back when it matters most.

Here are a couple of quick tips: First, don’t ignore any weapons you come across — even the weaker ones can be useful for upgrades. Second, don’t stash your powerful guns and ammo waiting for the “perfect moment.” That moment might never come, and you’ll end up finishing the game with your old Terrier.22 Rifle, never having fully enjoyed something stronger or more exciting.

In the end, how you play and what weapons you use to take down your enemies is completely up to you. I just wish you a great game, the thrill of uncovering all the secrets of this mysterious and brutal world, and above all — survival in the harsh lands of Atomfall.