Best weapons tier list in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2

Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2 rolled out on December 17, 2024, for all regions across the globe. The latest update has absolutely shaken up the meta, introducing weapons such as the EPG-1 in the game. Naturally, players are looking for the best meta weapons to help them elevate their gameplay and dominate their competition.

To achieve that end, we have compiled the best weapons tier list in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. This article will explore all the meta tier weapons in Apex Legends and why you should use them in the current build of the game. Read belwo to know more.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the writer's opinions. Care-package weapons have been excluded from this list since they already are the best in-game.

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Tier list of the best weapons in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2

This tier list will divide the assault rifles into four categories:

• S tier: The S tier represents the best weapons in the current meta. These are ahead of the curve and will dominate in every match.
• A tier: These weapons are the second-best ground loot available in the game. Whether you have the Tier 4 attachments or basic ones, they will perform better than the weapons of other classes.
• B tier: While not as dominant as the former tier, B-tier weapons can hold their own in gunfights. For optimal results, you need great attachments to go along with them.
• C tier: This category of weapons isn't typically a go-to choice. However, their limitations can be worked around if desired.
• D tier: These are the worst-performing weapons in the entire game. Swap to other weapons whenever possible.

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S tiee

1. C.A.R. SMG
2. Mastiff
3. Peacekeeper
4. Nemesis Burst AR

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C.A.R. SMG

CAR SMG is a versatile weapon (Image via EA)

The C.A.R. SMG is a versatile weapon in Apex Legends. It has the ability to swap between both Light and Heavy ammunition and attachments, making it quite a valuable addition to one's arsenal.

The C.A.R. SMG has recently been buffed in Season 22, and with its ammo increment and range buffs, the weapon serves best as a secondary pick-up. You can pair it with a sniper, or even a DMR for best results. Either way, you can never go wrong with a C.A.R. SMG in hand.

The versatility that the C.A.R. SMG provides is simply unparalleled. It is the most ideal weapon you can have as your secondary, providing you with a level of adaptability that no other weapon in the game can ever provide.

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Mastiff

The Mastiff, alongside the Peacekeeper, are two of the prime meta tier weapons in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. The Mastiff features a horizontal spread and uses incendiary ammo. This allows players to be more consistent with their damage when fighting close-range.

The Season 23 update for the title buffed the Mastiff and improved its overall pellet spread. Players can deal with even more concentrated shots, allowing them to dish out quite high damage at a consistent rate. Furthermore, the weapon also features quite fast firing speeds, and with a shotgun bolt equipped, it truly stands out to be a meta-tier weapon in the game.

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Peacekeeper

Peacekeeper shotgun is meta in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2 (Image via EA)

The Peacekeeper was also buffed alongside other shotguns in Apex Legends Season 23. Its pellet spread has been reworked, and this weapon now hits harder than ever. The weapon also features a 'Choke', which, when enabled, allows players to concentrate their pellets to form a makeshift slug-shot. This makes the weapon quite effective in both close and medium-range combat, offering players quite a unique advantage.

With Season 23 Split 2, the weapon's choke timings have been updated. The shotgun now concentrates its pellets much faster. This provides you with an extremely fast and accurate shotgun that has the potential to dish out 110 damage per shot.

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Nemesis Burst AR

Nemesis remains a solid pick in Season 23 Split 2(Image via EA)

The Nemesis, much like the Havoc, has been subject to quite a few nerfs. Despite these changes, the weapon remains a meta pick even in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. The Nemesis shoots in a burst of four bullets, and this allows the weapon to deal significant damage in quick succession.

Burst weapons remain quite underrated in Apex Legneds, and the Nemesis is no different. In the right hands, this weapon can decimate squads like no other. Its four-burst attack pattern can shred a 200HP target in a matter of three shots. It also tends to suck up ammunition. If you're a mechanically skilled player, you should definitely pick this weapon up. For best results, use an Assault Class Legend for enhanced ammo-carrying capacity.

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A tier

1. Prowler Burst PDR SMG
2. Spitfire LMG
3. Hemlok Burst AR
4. Mozambique Akimbo
5. L-Star EMG
6. Flatline
7. Sentinel Sniper

This entire list consists of weapons available as floor loot and are merely one notch below the S-tier weapons in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. From the Prowler to the Sentinel, each of these weapons is the top pick in its class. Despite the recent nerfs to SMGs and the Marksman Rifles, these still hold strong.

If you want an all-time reliable loadout, pick the R-301 Carbine and pair it with the Mastiff. It is a beginner-friendly loadout and has the potential to win against the majority of your encounters.

The Sentinel's recent buffs also make it a fantastic choice for a primary weapon. If you're a sharpshooter, you might want to try it out in your games. When you charge up the Sentinel now, you get a much longer energized duration, an automatic reload, and increased energized ammunition capacity. These little quality-of-life changes make it a fantastic weapon for you to pick up in Apex Legends Season 23.

The Mozamb

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B tier

1. Volt SMG
2. R-301 Carbine Rifle
3. 30-30 Repeater
4. G7 Scout
5. Longbow DMR

The B-tier weapons remain a reliable weapon pick in Season 23 Split 2. Although their stats are slightly under-tuned compared to their competitors, you can make these weapons work for the most part. With the right attachments and some great aiming mechanics, the entire list of B-tier weapons has the potential to win duels against the former weapon tiers.

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C tier

1. Alternator SMG
2. R99 SMG
3. Triple Take
4. Rampage LMG
5. Charge Rifle

The entire list of C-tier weapons has been hit with massive nerfs in Breakout and the seasons before Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. These will not be your go-to weapons, but you can make them work in a worst-case scenario.

They are arguably among the worst-performing weapons in the current meta of Apex Legends Season 20. However, if you get your hands on them early in the game, swap them as you progress through your match.

Check out: Best perks for all Legends in Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2

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D tier

1. RE-45 Auto Pistol
2. P2020 Pistol

Both these pistols are the worst weapon picks for Apex Legends Season 23 Split 2. Although the RE-45 and P2020 have been given the Hammerpoint attachment, prioritize getting a better weapon as soon as possible. They are the weakest in the current season, and you are better off running weapons from the tiers listed above.

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