The summary of ‘Starfield Rifle Tier List’

00:00:00

In this part of the video, the speaker introduces their plan to rank all the rifles in Starfield in a tier list. They begin with the “Grindle,” described as a space version of the P90. The Grindle is common, has a high rate of fire, low recoil, and decent iron sights but deals low damage per shot. Early in the game, ammo might be an issue, but this becomes less of a problem later. The Grindle is considered a middle-of-the-road, “C tier” weapon unless it has strong legendary effects.

Next, the “Malstrom” is discussed. This rifle is likened to a space version of the AK or M4, using the 6.5 mm cartridge. It’s commonly found and used by various enemies and sold by vendors. The Malstrom can be set to semi-auto for slightly higher damage per shot in the early game. It’s accurate, has good iron sights, and is frequently found in its upgraded versions. Like the Grindle, it’s categorized as a “C tier” weapon, but potentially slightly better due to its unique ammo type.

00:03:00

In this part of the video, the speaker compares various weapons based on their performance and customization options. The Maelstrom is considered superior to the Kraken except for dedicated pistol builds, and with rare mods, it can reach S-tier. The Drum Beat, a full-auto 11mm gun, has decent damage per second but feels similar to other 11mm guns unless it has special mods and is given a B-tier rating. The Equinox, a laser rifle with high accuracy and zero recoil, offers extensive mod customization and is classified as high B-tier or low A-tier. Lastly, the Bolf, similar to an upscaled P90, uses common 7.77mm rounds, has low recoil, and is praised for its versatility and accessibility, marking it as a solid weapon.

00:06:00

In this part, the video discusses the ranking and evaluation of several weapons. The “bolf” is placed in the A-tier for its consistent performance, although not top-tier. The “lawgiver” sniper rifle, which uses 50 cal rounds and is semi-automatic, is noted for its early game utility but falls off in effectiveness later, being placed in the C-tier due to its aesthetic appeal but lack of power compared to other snipers. The “old Earth assault rifle (AK)” is highlighted for its unique 7.62 x 39mm rounds and good overall performance, despite scarce ammo availability, and is placed in the B-tier. Lastly, the “old Earth hunting rifle” (ventz), which uses 9 x 39mm rounds, is always suppressed, has a scope, holds 20 rounds, and is semi-automatic, is also reviewed.

00:09:00

In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various firearms and their roles. They start by mentioning the 9×39 sniper rifle, which is effective early in the game due to its larger magazine and fast follow-up shots, making it versatile at close and medium ranges. However, it falls out of favor later in the game due to ammo scarcity. The Orion, another laser rifle, is highlighted next for its low recoil, better damage per second, and compatibility with Equinox mods, making it a superior option for a general-purpose gun or a long-range weapon. The discussion then shifts to the AA99 assault rifle, noted for its decent performance and versatility, despite not being the top-tier choice. The AA99 is praised for its damage, mod options, and satisfactory iron sights, placing it slightly above the Drum Beat in the B-tier category.

00:12:00

In this part of the video, the speaker evaluates two weapons from a game: the Nova blast disruptor and the mag Shear. The Nova blast disruptor is described as subpar for general combat but potentially useful in non-lethal, pacifist runs, though it suffers from limited ammunition capacity and reloading inefficiency. In contrast, the mag Shear is a full-auto assault rifle noted for its high rate of fire, accuracy, and low recoil, making it highly effective against unarmored or lightly armored enemies. However, it struggles against heavily armored targets and has limited ammo availability. Despite its drawbacks, the mag Shear is rated highly, just below the top tier. The segment briefly mentions the mag sniper as a high-damage rifle typically unlocked later in the game.

00:15:00

In this part of the video, the focus is on evaluating several powerful sniper rifles. The first weapon discussed is a long-range, semi-automatic sniper rifle that uses 6.5 mm Mi array ammunition, noted for its high damage per shot and rarity. The second weapon, the Hard Target, another semi-automatic sniper rifle using .50 cal rounds, is highlighted for its high damage and fast firing rate, earning an S-tier rating. Despite a slow reload, it is praised for its effectiveness and plentiful ammunition. Lastly, the mag pulse is examined, which uses the same ammo as the mag sniper but is easier to find. It delivers good damage per shot and second, suitable for medium-range combat, and is positioned just below the mag sniper in terms of utility.

00:18:00

In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the placement of various weapons within tier rankings based on their performance and features. The tombstone, an 11mm gun, is placed in B tier due to its average attributes, including holding 20 rounds by default and having low recoil. The Kodama, a space nail gun firing 7.77 mm rounds with a guaranteed bleed effect, is considered decent and positioned between the Beowolf and P90. Lastly, the Veron Inflictor, a particle beam rifle with split damage and high accuracy, is highly praised and placed in the S tier for its strong performance at various ranges, despite sharing ammo with the Big Bang weapon.

00:21:00

In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the ranking of rifles in Starfield, expressing interest in viewer feedback on the topic. They hint at upcoming content focusing on heavy weapons and consider creating a comprehensive list that includes all weapon types for comparison. The speaker encourages viewer engagement and concludes with a farewell message.