With the amount of available weapons and equipment it is not easy to decide what to spend your em$ or gm$ on.
Use this guide to help you pick and choose what might be best suited to your hunting style
Rifles
There are many weapons to choose from, but the choice is especially difficult when it comes to Rifles.
Consider the following criteria when selecting a new rifle:
Criterion | Buying Help |
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Which and how many Sights will fit on this rifle? | Sights in the Wiki / Sights in the Store |
If I buy a sight, will this fit on other rifles? | Sights in the Wiki / Sights in the Store |
What reticles of the available sights do I prefer? | See Sights. |
What is the reload speed? | Ask in the forum or watch the video below |
Does it have a magazine for faster reloading? | See "magazine capacity" for every rifle (on the page of each rifle). |
How is the stability when aiming? | Ask in the forum or watch videos |
Do I like the overall look? | Compare here or watch the video below |
Which firing sound appeals to me? | Watch the video below |
Which iron sights appeal to me? | Watch the video below |
What is the list of ethical animals to kill? | See Permitted Ammo. |
How much capacity does it take up in my inventory? | Compare capacities based on information in the Store |
Stand Hunting
Many and one hunter enjoys a quiet time in the stand waiting for animals to pass by. Be ready when they come.
Traditional Hunting
Warp back into a time where the clothes were made of leather and fabric, and the weapons of wood. The according equipment is available.
Outfits |
Arctic Outfit |
Inline Muzzleloaders |
Bow Hunting
Bow hunters claim to be their own guild. Get your hands around the many magnificent bows, and anything else that will be useful for those close bow kills.
Bows for larger game |
for silence |
Bow Sight |
for fun / challenge |
for fun / challenge |
Baiting
Place your baiting stations right into the woods and fields where an abundance of your prey of desire can be found. In combination with a strategic stand placement, you can build a deadly trap.
Waterfowling
Lure those birds down from the skies and be ready for when they come in. Increase your chances by setting your place up with the right equipment.
General Equipment
Retriever |
Duck Hunting
Summer Swamp Camo |
Canada Goose Hunting
Fall Field Camo |
Competitive Hunting
You like a competitive style and are constantly on your toes to go after every possible trophy animal? Do not miss a good competition rank due to the lack of the according tools and toys. The many ongoing competitions require you to be fully packed and ready for every animal in the hunting reserve you are in.
Trapper or Army Outfit |
Universal weapon for all species except Bison |
Long Range Shooting
If you enjoy those really long shots, get the best possible equipment available. That's what the pros do after all.