Best weapons tier list in Apex Legends Season 25

Apex Legends Season 25 just rolled out on May 6, 2025, and there has been a massive update to the weapon meta in the game. Most guns in the game have been buffed, and almost all of them are capable of shredding squads. However, if you want the absolute best in your hands, we believe you should take some time to carefully analyze which guns are the meta-tier in the current season.

This article will provide you with a detailed brief on the best weapons tier list in Apex Legends Season 25.

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 25

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 tier

1. Nemesis Burst AR
2. R-99
3. Bocek
4. Hemlok Burst AR

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Nemesis Burst AR

Nemesis remains a solid pick in Season 25(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 LegendsSeason 25. 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 Legends, 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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R-99

R-99 SMG (Image via EA)

The R-99 SMG is now back in the meta, and the latest update makes it one of the best SMGs in the game. It has the fastest TTK speeds amongst other weapons of its class and some of the highest DPS stats featured in the game. It is the best close-quarter weapon in the current meta.

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Bocek

Using the Bocek (Image via EA)

The Bocek has recently been introduced into the floor loot in Apex Legends Season 25. The weapon has, of course, been tuned down from its previous stature, back when it used to be a Care Package weapon, but even so, it remains quite powerful in the right hands.

In the latest update, the weapon has received a buff to its fire rate, and that makes it one of the deadliest marksman weapons in the game. In medium-range combat, the Bocek can shred through squads.

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Hemlok

Hemlok Burst AR (Image via EA)

The Hemlok Burst AR has been buffed with the Apex Legends Season 25 patch. This weapon now packs some serious heat. With its improved magazine size, damage numbers, and easy-to-control recoil, this weapon is definitely meta-tier in this season. This weapon shoots a burst of three bullets in quick succession. It's perfect for medium-range combat and even close-quarter combat for its extremely effective hip-fire accuracy.

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A tier

1. L-Star EMG
2. Havoc
3. EVA-8
4. Mastiff
5. Flatline
6. Charge Rifle
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 24. 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 25.

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B tier

1. Volt SMG
2. Longbow DMR
3. Spitfire LMG
4. Rampage LMG
5. R-301

The B-tier weapons remain a reliable weapon pick in Season 24. 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. Triple Take
3. Mozambique
4. Prowler SMG

The entire list of C-tier weapons has been hit with massive nerfs in Breakout and the seasons before Apex Legends Season 25. 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 25. However, if you get your hands on them early in the game, swap them as you progress through your match.

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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 25. 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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That's everything that you need to know about the best weapon tier list for Apex Legends Season 25. For more related news and guides, stay tuned to Sportskeeda's Esports section.