Bloodborne always proves to be a challenge, no matter how much you familiarize yourself with it. But these weapons certainly make things easier.
FromSoftware’s Bloodborne remains one of the greatest PlayStation exclusives of all time and one of the better entries in the Souls franchise. Where it lacks in weapon and build variety compared to other titles by FromSoftware, it more than makes up for this with rich mechanical depth, great boss fights, and some of the coolest weapons in any action RPG.
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Bloodborne’s Trick Weapons are fiendishly creative, allowing players to utilize two weapons in one. With the tap of a button, any Trick Weapon can completely change, offering the player an incredible amount of moment-to-moment variety that very few action games can pull off. Naturally, not every weapon is worth using, so seek out the one that feels the best to slay foes with.
Updated on March 11, 2023 by Ritwik Mitra:Bloodborne is one of the greatest action RPGs ever made, with many considering this title to be Miyazaki’s masterpiece. The brilliant combination of gothic and Lovecraftian elements really serves to make this title feel like a boiling pot of intrigue and horror, with the background of the world and its expansive world being quite engaging yet chilling at the same time.
Players who want to get through this game and experience everything it has to offer should definitely get the best weapons that suit their playstyle, with Bloodborne’s most powerful weapons being listed below for anyone who wants to peruse the same.
The Kirkhammer is one of the first weapons players get in Bloodborne, with this hybrid of a sword and hammer being a great and versatile weapon. The single-handed mode allows players to sneak in quick sword strikes, while the trick mode of this weapon transforms it into a giant hammer that can absolutely crush enemies.
This weapon can be a bit slow in its transformed state, which may not be great for players who are struggling with the fast-paced combat system of Bloodborne. However, veterans can definitely still use the Kirkhammer to bring a world of pain to their enemies.
Logarius’ Wheel takes the cake for being one of the weirdest weapons in the game. The idea of using a wheel to run down enemies sounds positively ridiculous… yet it just works.
Of course, the Logarius’ Wheel pales in comparison to other strength weapons… but the sheer uniqueness of its moveset alone makes it well worth checking out. Players who love Alfred and the tale of the Executioners will gain additional enjoyment from using this weapon.
The Beast Claw isn’t the most popular of Bloodborne’s weapons. It’s not found during the course of the main story, for one thing, and isn’t really very well renowned in terms of attack speed or power.
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The saving grace of the weapon, however, arrived with The Old Hunters expansion. In the DLC, Hunters can acquire the Beast’s Embrace Rune, which transforms the player’s appearance and gives them a new moveset to employ with the Beast Claw, including leaping attacks and frantic flails. With a build that takes advantage of its strengths, it’s both very powerful and a lot of fun, though perhaps isn’t as practical as the weapons we’ve ranked higher. It’s also guarded by one of the most infamous bosses in the game: Laurence, the First Vicar.
The Saw Cleaver may be one of the game’s starting weapons, but Bloodborne doesn’t really discriminate when it comes to the Cane, Hunter Axe, and Saw Cleaver. While the Saw Cleaver may not be the strongest of the bunch, it’s usable for the entire game, even the DLC.
The Saw Cleaver handles crowds of enemies extremely well, something that never loses value in the game. Better yet, the Saw Cleaver’s immediate availability means that players can start upgrading their weapon right away, ensuring that their early game isn’t spent hoarding materials. The Saw Cleaver is arguably the best starting weapon in Bloodbornefor players new to FromSoftware games, as it’s very easy to use.
The Saw Spear and Saw Cleaver are pretty much two sides of the same coin, and it’s up to the player and their preferred build that dictates which variation of the weapon best suits their playstyle. Regardless of the choice, the simple yet effective moveset of this weapon makes it pretty fun to use in the game.
Of course, the moveset may seem rather rudimentary compared to some of the fancier weapons in the game. However, the extra damage to Beasts inflicted by this weapon more than makes up for its simple array of moves.
A common theme that most of Bloodborne’s best weapons share is their ability to properly crowd control.
