Gilded vs unique items in Minecraft Dungeons: What's the difference?

Gilded weapons are a class of weapons available through Minecraft Dungeons DLC (Image via Minecraft)
Gilded weapons are a class of weapons available through Minecraft Dungeons DLC (Image via Minecraft)

There are different kinds of weapons in Minecraft Dungeons, allowing for many more possibilities than standard Minecraft. There are different types, classes, categories, and more to distinguish between weapons.

Unique is a category of weapons in Minecraft Dungeons, and they are pretty strong. There are several different types of unique weapons, including bows, scythes, swords, and more, but they're all high quality. They're highly sought after because they're such good weapons to have.

On the other hand, gilded weapons are a new addition to Minecraft Dungeons. They were added as part of the "Flame of the Nether" DLC, which adds weapons, armor, and many other items. Not all players have access to them, but gilded weapons are worth it for those who do.

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Distinction between gilded and unique weapons in Minecraft Dungeons

The main difference in these weapons is simply accessibility. Everyone has access to unique weapons, even if it's challenging to acquire a few of them. However, only gamers with the Flame of the Nether DLC can get gilded weapons.

The most significant difference between the two weapon groups is just who can get them.

There are more contrasts, which are important to know for users who have access to both loot pools. They can be acquired in mostly the same ways, though the levels and methods that offer these types of weapons differ.

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Unique weapons, though rare, can be dropped by slain mobs. However, if players get a unique weapon from a mob more than once or twice in a game, that is considered extremely rare, so the other methods are better for getting them.

Unique weapons are available to all players (Image via Minecraft)
Unique weapons are available to all players (Image via Minecraft)

Golden chests have a much better chance of dropping unique weapons. They can also be replayed, and the chests opened again to keep trying.

Big bosses have the best chance, though. The Nameless One in the Desert Temple and Heart of the Ender represent the best chances for gamers.

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Piglin Merchants can sell gilded weapons once the DLC is purchased and installed. Ancient Hunts are another way to acquire them and will likely be the first gilded weapon players get. Once they have one gilded weapon, it allows for more later on.

Gilded weapons are also golden, so they stand out from unique and other weapons.

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