RUNAWAYS Roblox RUNAWAYS Weapon Tier List

Choosing the right weapon matters significantly in RUNAWAYS [beta] by supercat games. Spending Robux or CREDZ on an overpriced weapon with the same or lower damage as a much cheaper alternative is one of the most common early mistakes. This tier list ranks every confirmed weapon from S to D based on community-gathered DPS data, cost efficiency, and combat applicability during the September 2026 Update 4 beta window.

All damage figures are community approximations from live testing. Treat numbers as community research, not developer-published stats. Pair this page with Guns and Combat for tactical application and Classes Guide for class-specific loadout optimization.

S-Tier — elite performers

Reventador SMG

The Reventador SMG tops the DPS chart for automatic weapons. Community testing shows the highest damage-per-second output in its class, with acceptable magazine capacity and a reload speed that does not punish aggressive play. The Speed 8 / Handling 9 vehicle stats are separate from the SMG performance — this weapon earns its S-tier on foot.

Why it wins: Raw DPS that closes fights before reloads become relevant. Ideal for vault breaches, contested pawn lines, and police disengages.

Pair with: Smuggler class for maximum mobility, or Gang Member for balanced firepower.

MAC Submachine Gun

The MAC delivers consistent mid-range damage at a fraction of the Reventador cost. Community data shows strong sustained fire capability with manageable recoil. It is the preferred SMG for players who cannot justify the Reventador gamepass price but still need reliable automatic coverage.

Why it wins: Best cost-to-DPS ratio among automatic weapons. Solid for both solo and crew operations.

Pair with: Gang Member class (which includes the MAC in loadout) or Contractor for balanced combat.

Shotgun (Pump Action)

The pump-action shotgun delivers devastating close-range burst damage. Community testing confirms it one-shots most unarmored targets at close range, making it the premier room-clearing tool for vault interiors and tight urban corners.

Why it wins: Highest burst damage in the game. Vault breach scenarios and surprise encounters are its domain.

Pair with: Breacher class (which includes a shotgun) or any class that can reach close quarters safely.

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A-Tier — strong and reliable

Vortex Rifle (New — Update 4)

The Vortex Rifle is Update 4’s full-auto assault rifle. Community testing shows versatile mid-to-long range performance with a fire rate that competes with SMGs while maintaining AR-range stability. At approximately 60,000 CREDZ, it fills the gap between the M4 and the Reventador in terms of versatility.

Why it wins: Full-auto fire at AR range. The most flexible weapon for players who cannot decide between SMG mobility and rifle precision. Competitive with the M4 but with higher fire rate.

Pair with: Enforcer class (+20% gun damage) for maximum rifle effectiveness, or Contractor for crew support roles.

Pistol (Glock)

The starter pistol is a precision tool, not a spray weapon. Community DPS data shows reliable sidearm performance with fast draw and reload times. The Glock is available single-run from the Starter Pack gamepass or found in world loot.

Why it wins: Low noise profile, fast reload, and enough precision for peel shots during escapes. Does not draw police attention like automatic weapons.

Pair with: Any class as a concealed exit tool. Smuggler and Scout benefit most from a quiet disengage option.

M4 Carbine

The M4 offers versatile mid-range performance with a magazine size that supports sustained engagements. Community data ranks it slightly below the MAC in raw DPS but with better range stability and lower recoil.

Why it wins: Range versatility. Works at pawn-line distances and vault-entry scenarios without significant damage falloff.

Pair with: Contractor or Medic for crew support roles where sustained fire matters more than burst.

Bat

The bat is a quiet, always-available melee option that outperforms its simplicity. No ammunition, no reload, no noise. Community testing confirms it one-shots most civilian obstacles and serves as a reliable last-resort weapon when ammunition is depleted.

Why it wins: Zero cost, zero noise, zero reload. Always available. Always useful.

Pair with: Scout class (which includes the bat in loadout) for a free backup tool.

B-Tier — situational value

Havoc SMG (New — Update 4)

The Havoc SMG is Update 4’s mid-tier submachine gun option. Community testing at approximately 35,000 CREDZ reveals high fire rate with medium damage output — a step below the MAC in sustained DPS but competitive at close-to-mid range. The fire rate makes it effective for suppressing fire during escapes.

Why it matters: Solid automatic option for players who cannot afford the MAC or Reventador. The fire rate advantage over the base SMG is meaningful in live combat scenarios.

Pair with: Enforcer class (+20% gun damage) to compensate for the moderate per-shot damage, or Brawler for basic combat capability.

SMG (Base Model)

The base SMG provides adequate automatic fire at a low entry cost. Community data shows it underperforms the MAC in sustained DPS tests but remains viable for players who lack access to gamepass weapons.

Why it matters: Entry-level automatic option for CREDZ-purchased loadouts.

Pair with: Brawler or Old CEO classes for basic combat capability.

Nexus Pistol (New — Update 4)

The Nexus Pistol is Update 4’s sidearm upgrade from the starter pistol. At approximately 15,000 CREDZ, it offers improved damage and accuracy over the Glock while maintaining the low-noise profile that makes pistols ideal for quiet exits. Community testing confirms it outperforms the starter pistol but does not replace the need for a primary weapon.

Why it matters: Best-in-class sidearm for players who want a silent secondary. The price-to-utility ratio is strong for players who carry pistols as disengage tools rather than primary weapons.

Pair with: Any class as a precision exit tool. Smuggler and Scout benefit most from a quiet secondary that does not attract police attention.

Machete

The machete delivers solid melee damage with slightly longer reach than the bat. Community testing confirms it performs consistently against moving targets at close range.

Why it matters: Slightly higher damage than bat with acceptable swing speed. Available from Bounty Hunter class loadout.

Pair with: Bounty Hunter class or as a secondary melee option for classes without strong starting weapons.

Mace

The mace provides the highest raw melee damage among purchasable blunt weapons. Community data confirms it one-shots most obstacles and deals significant damage to unarmored targets in PvP scenarios.

Why it matters: Peak melee damage output. Contractor’s starting weapon for a reason.

Pair with: Contractor class for guaranteed mace access and +10% melee bonus.

Minigun

The minigun delivers overwhelming sustained fire at the cost of extreme noise and a slow spin-up time. Community testing confirms it shreds through obstacles and clustered targets but draws maximum police attention.

Why it matters: Vault breach dominance when time is not a factor. Best used for destroying obstacles rather than PvP.

Pair with: Juggernaut class (which includes the minigun) for maximum effect in crew vault scenarios.

C-Tier — limited utility

AK-47

The AK-47 offers high damage-per-shot but suffers from significant recoil and a slow reload that community testing flagged as punishing in live escape scenarios. DPS metrics place it below the M4 despite higher per-shot damage.

Why it falls: Recoil and reload speed make it unreliable under police pressure. Effective in controlled scenarios but a liability during escapes.

Pair with: Classes that can guarantee safe reload windows, or as a range specialist for long pawn-line engagement.

Sniper Rifle

The sniper rifle delivers extreme range precision but community data shows it impractical for RUNAWAYS fast-paced gameplay. Long scope-in time, significant bullet drop, and low magazine capacity make it a niche choice.

Why it falls: The game rewards close-to-mid range combat. Long-range precision is a luxury most runs cannot afford.

Pair with: Classes that never plan to rush the border — mostly a trophy loadout item.

Crowbar

The crowbar is a utility tool first, combat tool second. Community testing confirms it excels at opening ATMs and world objects but deals insufficient damage for reliable PvP kills.

Why it falls: One of the lowest damage outputs in the combat roster. Smuggler’s loadout includes it for utility, not kills.

Pair with: Smuggler class for maximum utility access or any class that needs a quiet object-opener.

D-Tier — avoid or replace

Knuckle Dusters

The knuckle duster delivers marginally better damage than fists but community testing confirmed the improvement is insufficient to justify inventory slot allocation. Melee combat in RUNAWAYS generally favors disengage over prolonged duels.

Why avoid: Marginal improvement over base punch with no range advantage. Inventory slot is better used for ammunition or tools.

Alternative: Bat provides better reach and identical or superior damage in most scenarios.

Starter Pistol (Single Run)

The single-run pistol from the Starter Pack disappears after death. Community analysis confirms the limited ammunition and lack of persistent storage make this a poor long-term investment compared to world-looted alternatives.

Why avoid: Disposable nature means CREDZ spent on replenishment could go toward permanent weapons. Only worth it for absolute beginners in their first session.

Alternative: Focus CREDZ on the Glock from world loot or the Nexus Pistol from the store as a permanent upgrade.

Community DPS methodology

The tier rankings above reflect aggregated community testing during the September 2026 Update 4 beta window. Testing conditions include:

• Target type: Stationary civilian NPC and armored target comparison
• Range: Close (melee/burst), mid (SMG/AR), long (sniper)
• Magazine: Full magazine sustained fire vs. controlled burst
• Reload: Measured from empty to ready-to-fire
• Noise: Police attraction threshold per weapon category

All figures are approximations. Supercat games has not published official weapon stats. This list will be updated after any balance patch.

Weapon selection by situation

Situation	Recommended Tier	Weapons
Vault breach	S / A	Reventador, MAC, Shotgun, Vortex Rifle
Police disengage	S / A	Reventador, Pistol, Nexus Pistol, Bat
Pawn line defense	A / B	MAC, Nexus Pistol, Vortex Rifle, M4
Long-range cover	B / C	M4, Vortex Rifle, Sniper
Silent object open	B	Crowbar, Bat
Crew support fire	A / B	M4, Vortex Rifle, Minigun, Mace

Related pages

• Guns and Combat — tactical application of weapon choices
• Best Tools — tool-level loadout ranking
• Escape Loadouts — complete kit templates
• Classes Guide — class-specific weapon access
• Inventory and Tools — managing weapons alongside gear

FAQ

Q: Are these damage numbers official? A: No. All figures are community-gathered approximations from September 2026 Update 4 beta testing. Treat them as research, not developer data.

Q: Is the Reventador worth 999 Robux? A: For combat-focused players, the SMG performance justifies the price. For passive or farming-focused players, the MAC, Havoc SMG, or Pistol are more cost-efficient.

Q: Should I always pick S-tier weapons? A: S-tier weapons excel in combat but draw more police attention. Your class, loadout, and escape plan matter more than raw DPS in most runs.

Q: How do the Update 4 weapons compare to existing ones? A: The Vortex Rifle (60k CREDZ) competes with the M4 in versatility at a similar price point. The Havoc SMG (35k CREDZ) fills the gap between the base SMG and the MAC. The Nexus Pistol (15k CREDZ) is a meaningful sidearm upgrade over the starter pistol. The Cascade Shotgun is a close-range option that complements rather than replaces the existing pump-action shotgun.

Q: Do weapons change with patches? A: Yes. All tier rankings reflect the September 2026 Update 4 beta state. Check September 12 2026 Notes and September 15 2026 Notes after any update for re-ranking.