Summary
Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Gameseems poised to be a cult classic of a game just likeits movie counterpart. To that end, lovers of the Franchise have been looking to level up their human gameplay - largely considered the more difficult of the two roles in the game’s current state. A key part of that is their inventory. Which weapons should players keep, and which are better left behind?
While some of what makes a weapon good is down to personal preference, players need to know what advantages and disadvantages each has before making that decision. Additionally, some weapons are leagues better than others, and picking them up is almost always a waste of inventory space. Keep reading for a deep dive into each of the game’s Offensive Survivor Items, what they do, how best to use them, and how they rank in the overall meta.
12Tree Branch
Slightly Better Than Nothing
The Tree Branch is by far the most common weapon Humans will loot in a match. While it is better than being completely empty-handed - this isn’t by much. The Tree Branch, while having an impressive range, is very low durability. This means that it is not likely to survive an encounter with a Klown, leaving the wielder defenseless.
This is especially lackluster considering the benefits of fighting Klowns is currently quite low - it is usually better to disengage and run away. However, having the option of a weapon in a pinch is a good idea - especially since players can’t put anything else in that inventory slot anyway. Pick up the first weapon you find in every match (even a Tree Branch), and then replace it with another, better one when possible.
11Baseball
A Useful Distraction, Not A Great Weapon
The Baseball, similar to the Tree Branch, is better than having an empty inventory slot, but it shouldn’t be a priority over other items. This weapon is throwable and can be used to attack a Klown’s nose from a distance. However, the damage it does is very poor, so you’re better off going to town with a Baseball Bat instead.
Some players do find a use for Baseballs beyond their abyssmal combat performance. However - when thrown, they make a noise that attracts Klowns, and can be used to distract enemies while the Humans escape. As such, players might keep a Baseball on them until they find a Brick, but throwables share inventory slots with consumable items and quest items - there is a lot of stiff competition. When the choice is between a stamina item like an Energy Drink, or carrying a Baseball, survivors should always choose the Energy Drink.
10Baseball Bat
Good Damage But Fragile
The Baseball Bat is a direct upgrade of the Tree Branch in every way - it has a similar range, better damage, and more durability. If a Human prefers to keep Klowns at arms length, the Baseball Bat is the best choice in the Blunt Weapon category. However, the Blunt category overall is the lowest priority for weaponry due to its lack of additional uses.
While Blunt Weapons have the ability to charge powerful attacks, they cannot deal lethal damage to Klowns (only stun them) and cannot assist players incutting their way out of a cocoon. Blunt weapons are best carried by players who travel with someone who has a Firearm or Sharp Weapon, so that they can stun the Klown and step aside for the ally player to deal the killing blow.
9Frying Pan
A Heavy Hitter When Charged
However, if the player doesn’t care about that tiny bit of extra range, the Blunt Weapon category opens up in terms of the best choices. The Frying Pan, for instance, has a much shorter range in exchange for insane durability and damage. The fully charged attack of the Frying Pan can one shot some Klown types.
In addition to being a great Blunt Brawling weapon, Frying Pans are among the most common weapons in a match, and the most common high durability item by far. Players aiming to get their hands on one of the rarer weapons should familiarize themselves with the Frying Pan and carry one until they find their desired weapon.
8Wrench
A Throwable Blunt Weapon
The Wrench, while technically a Blunt Weapon, behaves more like a cross between a Throwable and a regular weapon. Instead of having the charged attack that most Blunt Weapons have, it can be thrown for significant damage. While not dealing quite as much damage as a brick, it can be used multiple times, unlike the brick, losing only a fraction of its durability each time.
However, players must ask themselves how often those multiple uses will come in handy - they’ll need to collect it from the ground next to the Klown if they want to throw it again. A dangerous prospect when Klowns have access to dangerousmelee abilities and weaponsto delete Humans from the map.
7Metal Pipe
Long Ranged, High Damage, & Sturdy
The Metal Pipe behaves similarly to the Baseball Bat in terms of range and playstyle. It is a Blunt Weapon of moderate damage which allows you to keep some distance between yourself and the Klowns during fights. However, it ranks more highly than the Baseball Bat on the list due to its much higher durability.
As with most Blunt Weapons, players can charge a more powerful attack (using the right mouse button on a PC) while using the Metal Pipe. The damage of this attack won’t match the one-shot power of the Frying Pan, but it is likely to chunk a Klown early on into the fight. This is a great way of softening enemies up for someone who has a Sharp Weapon, so the Metal Pipe is a great supportive weapon choice.
6Brick
Your Best Bet To Stun A Klown
The Brick is by far the best throwable weapon currently available to survivors. To use the brick optimally, throw it at a Klown’s nose. This deals enough damage to stun most Klowns, which you can then follow up with a sharp or firearm weapon tokill a Klown. If you miss and hit a different part of the Klown, the damage will still be respectable, but you may need to wack them with a baseball bat a couple of times to make them sit down.
Furthermore, the best part of the brick is that it does not compete for inventory space with most other weapons. Capable of going into one of your smaller pockets, you can easily take a Brick and carry one of the best inventories in the game: A Brick, a Sharp Weapon of your choice, an Energy Drink, and a Med Kit.
5Shotgun
Become A Brawler To Be Feared
The Shotgun is for the players who have murder on their mind. This weapon does an insane amount of damage, and is capable of popping a Klowns nose. Firearm weapon types in general should never be passed up, but players need to be cognizant of the fact that these weapons have ammunition - and the Shotgun’s ammo is even rarer than other guns.
Some ammunition is often found near the gun itself, but it runs out quickly if not conserved. Once the initial bullets are gone, it is pretty hard to find more. To assist in conserving ammunition, players with a shotgun should group with other players who can deal damage with melee weapons, while the gun carrying player mainly uses their weapon for kill shots and crowd control.
4Fire Poker
Long Ranged & Very Sharp
The Fire Poker might seem like a strange weapon to bring to the Klownpacalypse, but don’t let its odd playstyle fool you. The Fire Poker is thrust like a rapier, and is the only sharp weapon with a secondary charged attack. This weapon can help squeamish players keep their distance while still having the power to duel Klowns to the death.
Additionally, Sharp Weapons have an added utility that makes them difficult to pass up - they let you free yourself from cotton candy cocoons. This is great for players who can’t count on help from allies, since Klowns will often try tococoon players instead of killing themto remove key items from the map (players who are killed outright drop their inventory, while cocooned players do not).
3Woodcutter’s Axe
Powerful Enough To Break Bones
The Woodcutter’s Axe is a very heavy Sharp Weapon, which makes it one of the highest damage weapons in the category. While the swing is a bit slower than a Baseball Bat, the ability to pop Klown noses and cut your way out of cocoons can’t be understated. As a result, if you are a player who prefers the playstyle of weapons like the Baseball Bat or Metal Pipe, the Woodcutter’s Axe is a good choice when available.
The only downside of this well-rounded weapon is the arc on the swing. The weapon’s lack of precision can make it difficult to reliably hit a Klown’s nose - wasting valuable weapon durability. This shouldn’t disuade players completely, but the Woodcutter’s Axe has a slightly higher skill floor.
