Apex Legends Season 26 Split 2: 5 best weapons to use in ranked after the update

The Apex Legends Season 26 Split 2 update is live, and the new patch has introduced an interesting wave of changes. Numerous weapons have been balanced, and these new weapon buffs and nerfs will definitely alter the gun meta in the game. Now, if you are a competitive player, knowing the 5 best weapons to use in ranked after the update will help you dominate over your opponents.

In this article, we will explore the 5 best weapons you can use in ranked after the Apex Legends Season 26 Split 2 update. Read below to know more.

Note: The contents of this article are subjective and reflect the author's own opinion.

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5 best weapons to use in Apex Legends Season 26 Split 2

As stated above, there is a range of new weapon changes in the game. With that in mind, here's a detailed look at the 5 best weapons for ranked in Apex Legends Season 26 Split 2:

Here's a look at the best weapons you can use after the Apex Legends Season 26 update:

1) RE-45

RE-45 Burst Pistol (Image via EA)

The newly introduced RE-45 Elite Weapon is a fantastic weapon for ranked play after the latest Apex Legends split. The weapon was nerfed prior to the mid-season update. Despite the nerfs, this is a fantastic close-quarter weapon. While this weapon is fit to be primary, we definitely urge you to pair it with something like a 30-30 Repeater, a sniper rifle, or any other assault rifle in the game.

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2) Nemesis Burst AR

Nemesis Burst AR shoots in a four-burst pattern (Image via EA)

The Nemesis Burst AR remains one of the highest-picked and most powerful weapons in the game. Featuring an extremely high fire rate and damage, this weapon can effectively three-shot 200 HP players. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned veteran, the Nemesis Burst AR is easy to handle and packs quite a strong punch.

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3) Peacekeeper Shotgun

Peacekeeper in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

The Peacekeeper Shotgun is a favorite for all veterans. This weapon has been a fan-favorite for the longest time, and currently, it's a meta-tier weapon in the game. Perfect for mid-range and close-range combat, the Peacekeeper can absolutely eliminate players in two, well-placed pumps.

Unlike the Mastiff or the Mozambique, this weapon does have a slower fire rate. However, it packs a much stronger punch than the others. For best results, we urge you to pair with a Level 3 Shotgun Bolt, or better yet, even a Level 4 Shotgun Bolt.

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4) R-99

R-99 has the fastest TTK speed amongst all other SMGs in Apex Legends Season 26 (Image via EA)

Alongside the Prowler, we also have the R-99, which is arguably one of the strongest ground loot SMGs in Apex Legends Season 26. Featuring the lowest TTK speed among all other submachine guns in the game, the R-99 is definitely a must-pick for veterans.

Unlike the Prowler, the R-99 has some serious recoil, and it requires some practice to get used to. However, once you get the hang of it, there's no better SMG that you can use for close-quarter gunfights in the game.

Furthermore, the addition of weapon arsenals ensures that you can always have your R-99 kitted up to Level 2/3 as you're traversing across the map.

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5) Flatline

The Flatline is a reliable AR (Image via EA)

The Flatline remains a staple pick when it comes to Assault Rifles. Utilizing heavy ammo, this AR can deal serious damage. It does have shaky recoil, something that you need to take into account and practice in order to master the weapon. You can find value with a Flatline even with Level 1 attachments. It's definitely one of the most reliable weapons in the game.

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That's all there is to know about the 5 best weapons you can use for ranked after the Apex Legends Season 26 Split 2 update.

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