Remnant 2: Best 15 Melee Weapons [Ranked]

What would you do if you’re weapon isn’t reloaded and a crowd of enemies is charging at you? In that case, you must be equipped with the best melee weapons in Remnant 2. Among the 35 options, we bring you the best 15.

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Key Takeaways

• All melee weapons in Remnant 2 lie in two classes, either Special or Regular.
• Regular melee weapons do not have a weapon mod by default. In contrast, Special weapons have a powerful weapon mod already equipped, which cannot be removed.
• Among all the weapons, we have ranked Labyrinth Staff and Atom Splitter as the best due to the insane damage and weapon mod buffs.
• Moreover, the four melee weapons that do more than 100 damage include Atom Splitter, Iron Greatsword, Stonebreaker, and Royal Broadsword.

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Gunfire Games have done an amazing job of giving players the freedom to choose. Any player can equip one of the 35 options, but you must try to get the best ones.

There are two classes of melee weapons in Remnant 2. Firstly, the ‘Special’ weapons have a Weapon Mod by default, giving them unique attacks that deal heavy damage from time to time. On the other hand, ‘Regular’ weapons don’t have a weapon mod.

Weapon	Damage	Class	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
Iron Greatsword	105	Regular	5%	95%	13%
Atom Splitter	100	Special	5%	90%	6%
Labyrinth Staff	65	Regular	8%	95%	5%
Hero’s Sword	51	Special	5%	90%	10%
Atom Smasher	72	Special	5%	95%	11%
Gas Giant	74	Special	3%	95%	8%
Huntress Spear	63	Special	6%	100%	5%
Stonebreaker	103	Special	4%	95%	10%
Red Doe Staff	62	Special	3%	95%	8%
Spectral Blade	53	Special	8%	105%	25%
Royal Broadsword	102	Regular	7%	95%	11%
Feral Judgment	53	Special	13%	110%	15%
Krell Axe	54	Special	3%	85%	10%
Dream Catcher	58	Special	5%	95%	3%
Vice Grips	55	Regular	6%	110%	18%

Iron Greatsword

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
105	Regular	N/A	5%	95%	13%

Starting with one of the highest damaging weapons in the game, the Iron Greatsword is probably one of the best melee weapons in Remnant 2. It is one of the four melee weapons that cross the 100-damage mark without any upgrading.

It has an insane 105 starting damage, which can be increased to 315 after upgrading it to level 20.

On the other hand, it is a regular weapon, so you won’t get any weapon mods by default. However, you can always add a weapon mod of your choice in the slot available.

Location

Furthermore, the best thing about this sword is that it can be accessed early in the game. There are two ways in which you can obtain this:

• By picking a Challenger archetype, this will be the default melee weapon.
• Visit Ward 13 and go up to Brabus to purchase it from him.

Atom Splitter

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
100	Special	Fission Strike	5%	90%	6%

Another incredible melee weapon in Remnant 2 is the Atom Splitter, which initially crosses the 100-damage mark. It is a massive sword that has beautiful purple edges on it. The Atom Splitter is a must-have if you’re trying a tank build.

Moreover, the starting damage of this melee weapon is 100. At the same time, it can go as high as 200 after you upgrade it to level 10. The great thing is that it is a Special weapon, so it has a mod by default.

The powerful weapon mod, ‘Fission Strike,’ is attached to the Atom Splitter by default. This will allow you to send out a charged wave which will deal 151 damage to all enemies within a 10-meter radius.

Location

There is only one way to get this weapon: by exploring N’Erud. However, it can spawn in any dungeon in this world because this game is built on RNG. However, a great place to look at would be the following:

• Travel to the Vault of Formless.
• Moreover, locate the area with a robotic arm next to a moving platform.
• The platform will rise after interacting with the arm, so get on it.
• Once raised, you will have to jump onto the broken catwalk and make your way ahead to find the weapon. It may not be there because of RNG; however, it will appear after several tries.

Labyrinth Staff

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
65	Regular	N/A	8%	95%	5%

A great melee weapon option is the Labyrinth Staff. It has a built-in ability that most melee weapons in Remnant 2 do not have, which allows you to gain 10% more mod power. In addition, if you perform charged attacks, enemies within 2 meters will be dealt 75 damage.

This unique perk makes it a valuable weapon to have. Surprisingly, it is a regular weapon with no weapon mods by default. However, this weapon deals 64 damage initially, which can be increased up to 192 after upgrading.

Location

Follow these simple steps to get the Labyrinth Staff in no time:

• As the name suggests, this weapon will be found in Labyrinth.
• Towards the left side of the portal, you will see some enemies.
• Defeat those enemies and look near the edges, where you will see a destroyed path.
• After that, jump onto that path, and a bridge will automatically appear. Follow this path.
• Afterward, you will face Bastion, an elite stone enemy. Killing him will drop the Labyrinth Staff near his dead body.

Hero’s Sword

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
51	Special	Energy Wave	5%	90%	10%

The Hero’s Sword is a fantastic choice for any player and a versatile and effective weapon in all situations. It is an amazing melee weapon to get early in Remnant 2.

Although it does 51 damage initially, it can be upgraded to deal 153 damage at max level. In addition to that, it is a special weapon, with the ‘Energy Wave’ weapon mod by default. This allows an energy wave to damage enemies at a more extended range for a cost of 35 stamina.

Consequently, this is a perfect solution when you don’t have ammo in tense situations.

Location

The two ways you can get your hands on this melee weapon are:

• Choose the Explorer Archetype to get this starting weapon.
• You can buy this through Brabus in Ward 13 after you finish the campaign in ‘Nightmare.’

Atom Smasher

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
72	Special	Accelerator	5%	95%	11%

Arguably one of the best melee weapons in Remnant 2, the Atom Smasher is a perfect choice for an attack-based build. It is deadly in close combat and one of the melee weapons you would want for a tank build.

In addition to that, it is a Special weapon with a weapon mod called ‘Accelerator.’ When you perform a charged attack, for the next 5 seconds, all your melee attack’s speed will improve by 10%.

The Atom Smasher inflicts 72 damage initially and up to 216 damage after being fully upgraded. Hence, making it a great weapon to obtain early.

Location

• Reach the Terminus Station located in N’Erud.
• Defeat all enemies coming your way and complete the Train Event within the specified time of seven minutes.
• After that, the Atom Smasher will be obtained from the train’s last wagon.

Gas Giant

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
74	Special	Dying Breath	3%	95%	8%

Another recommended weapon you should get your hands on is the Gas Giant. It not only deals heavy damage of 74 initially, but it can also deal corrosive damage. This happens if you let the toxic gas stored in its head for a while.

Apart from that, the Gast Giant is a special melee weapon with a weapon mod of ‘Dying Breath.’ This allows the weapon to release a toxic cloud with a 3-meter radius. Furthermore, this deals corrosive damage to enemies for about 15 seconds.

On the other hand, after you fully upgrade this weapon, your max damage will only improve to 148, which is lesser than other melee weapons in Remnant 2.

Location

To obtain this weapon, you will have to put in a little more effort than usual:

• Travel to N’Erud and locate Tal’rotha by exploring.
• The next step is to let it eat you. Yes, it sounds strange, but trust the process. This will bring you to another dimension.
• After that, you will be forced to battle Tal’rotha.
• Killing it will grant you a crafting material, ‘Acidic Jawbone.’
• Using this, 7 Lumenite Crystals, and 1000 scrap, you can craft the Gas Giant from Ava McCabe.

Huntress Spear

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
63	Special	Athibar	6%	100%	5%

The Huntress Spear is a great choice for a melee weapon in Remnant 2 if you want a precise one. What makes this so special is the ability to through it effortlessly, perfect for a hit-and-run tactic.

In addition to that, it is a special weapon with an ‘Athibar’ weapon mod. This weapon mod allows this spear to be thrown at will. Moreover, this allows for ranged attacks with a melee weapon. However, it costs 25 stamina to throw the spear.

It is important to note that The Huntress Spear can be upgraded to give 189 damage, which is impressive, along with its throwing ability.

Location

• Make your way to the world of Losomn.
• Specifically, you must go to Ironborough to face the Huntress Boss fight.
• She will be seated on a horse-like creature. Moreover, you will have to finish her off to get the Venerated Spearhead crafting material.
• Using this, 7 Lumenite Crystals, and 650 scraps, you can craft the Huntress Spear from Ava McCabe.

Stonebreaker

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
103	Special	Faultline	4%	95%	10%

Another melee weapon that crosses the 100-damage mark initially, the Stonebreaker is one of the strongest weapons available. In addition to that, it is often used in tank builds, which focus heavily on close-ranged combat.

Apart from that, Stonebreaker is a Special weapon and has the ‘Faultline’ weapon mod. This allows the wielder to generate powerful shockwaves, which inflict 115 damage to enemies. Moreover, it costs 35 stamina to activate this weapon mod.

The Stonebreaker has the potential to be upgraded to provide 309 damage at level 10.

Location

This is another melee weapon that needs to be crafted using material obtained from defeating a boss. Following these steps will grant you the Stonebreaker:

• Travel to Yaesha and make your way to the Great Bole.
• You will face the Corrupter boss; defeat him without knocking down the Guardian.
• If you’ve done that successfully, the boss will drop you the ‘Hollow Heart’ crafting material.
• Remember that you will receive a different reward if you defeat Corrupter while Guardian is down.
• Using ‘Hollow Heart,’ 7 Lumenite Crystals, and 650 scraps, you can craft the Stonebreaker from Ava McCabe.

Red Doe Staff

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
62	Special	Lifeline	3%	95%	8%

This melee weapon will be perfect if you’re going for a Medic Build in Remnant 2. The Red Doe Staff is rumored to have a healing spirit, which heals allies after the attack.

Since this is a Special weapon, it has the ‘Lifeline’ weapon mod. Thanks to this, after you inflict 250 damage, performing a charged attack will deal 160 damage to enemies. Moreover, 10% of your ally’s health will be regenerated.

Furthermore, this weapon does 62 damage initially while doing 186 damage after it is fully upgraded to level 10.

Location

You will have various options while getting the required crafting material for this weapon. With each option leading to a different crafting material, make sure to follow these steps to get the Red Doe Staff:

• Travel to Yaesha and visit the Corrupted Ravager’s Layer.
• After that, it is important that you revive the Red Doe and then fight the Corrupted Ravager.
• After you defeat the tough boss, you will obtain the ‘Doe’s Antler’ crafting material.
• Using this, 7 Lumenite Crystals, and 650 scraps, you can craft The Red Doe Staff from Ava McCabe.

Spectral Blade

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
53	Special	Whirlwind	8%	105%	25%

Like a laser sword, the Spectral Blade is one of the game’s most beautiful and useful swords. Its appearance alone is enough to convince you to get this. However, thanks to its weapon mod, it is equally important.

This Special weapon has the ‘Whirlwind’ weapon mod. This potent weapon mod becomes useful when enemies surround you. It generates a whirlwind, striking all enemies with 75 damage within an 8-meter radius.

On the other hand, it deals only 53 damage initially, and even after being fully upgraded, it deals only 106 damage.

Location

• Travel to N’Erud and make your way to the Sentinel’s Keep.
• Here, you must defeat Sha’Hala, the Spectral Guardian of N’Erud.
• After defeating the tough boss battle, you will obtain ‘Eidolon Shard’ crafting material.
• Using Eidolon Shard, 7 Lumenite Crystals, and 650 scraps, you can craft yourselves the Spectral Blade from Ava McCabe.

Royal Broadsword

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
102	Regular	N/A	7%	95%	11%

The fourth and final melee weapon that crosses the 100-damage mark in Remnant 2 is the Royal Broadsword. It is a massive blade that used to be owned by the Pan’s royal guards.

Being one of the most powerful melee weapons in the game, it is still a regular weapon without any weapon mods by default. However, it does an insane 102 damage initially. And after being upgraded, it deals an insane 306 damage.

Location

• Travel to Yaesha and make your way to the Red Throne.
• After that, interact with the large red door, and a small cutscene will play.
• Refuse to help and start a fight.
• After that, lose the fight on purpose, and you will be imprisoned.
• You only need to interact with the creature next to your prison cell. He will set you free.
• Go a floor above and explore the area to find the Royal Broadsword.

Feral Judgement

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
53	Special	Death Sentence	13%	110%	15%

A perfect melee weapon for quick attacks when the enemy is right up in your face. The Feral Judgment is a pair of gauntlets that have 2 deadly blades attached to them. What makes this a great weapon is the weapon mod.

Since it is a Special weapon, it has a ‘Death Sentence’ mod by default. You can empower the weapon by dealing 6x damage over 10 seconds. After that, you can deal ten phantom strikes, each dealing 25 damage.

Moreover, bleeding enemies will receive 25% more damage. This weapon does 53 damage initially; even after upgrading it to the max, you can only do about 159 damage.

Location

• Travel to Yaesha and make your way to the Ravager’s layer.
• After the cutscene, shoot.
• This will initiate a fight. During the fight, shoot the Red Doe to kill it.
• After that, complete the boss fight to get ‘Ravagers’ Claw.’
• Using this crafting material, along with 7 Lumenite Crystals and 650 scraps, you can craft the Feral Judgement from Ava McCabe.

Krell Axe

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
54	Special	Krell Edge	3%	85%	10%

A great weapon that suits everyone is the Krell Axe. Although it seems like a normal shiny hammer, it does a decent amount of damage and has a very useful weapon mod.

The ‘Krell Edge’ weapon mod is a great reason to equip this. Like the Huntress spear, it allows you to throw the hammer at will at your enemies. Moreover, it does damage over time, giving 50 shock damage after 5 seconds repeating two times.

Also, it will magically appear back in your hand after you throw it. However, it costs 25 stamina, but it is worth it. Initially, it does 54 damage, but after fully upgrading it, it will do 162 damage.

Location

• Travel to Yaesha and make your way to Endaira’s Point.
• After passing the 2^nd checkpoint, look for a switch leading to a hidden maze.
• After that, complete the puzzle by dodging the traps and making your way forward.
• You can locate the Krell Axe to be on top of a skeleton.

Dream Catcher

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
58	Special	Dreamwave	5%	95%	3%

One of the best melee weapons in Remnant 2, the Dream Catcher, is perfect against large groups of enemies. Moreover, it initially does a humble 58 damage, which can be improved to 116.

Even though the damage is comparatively less, it has a ‘Dream wave’ weapon mod which makes up for it. After doing 250 damage with this weapon, a charged attack will unleash a Dreamwave.

This wave will affect all those within a 20-meter radius. Not only does it slow down enemies for 10 seconds, but it also grants a stack of ‘Reverie’ for every enemy slowed. Each stack gives a 2% buff on damage and movement for 15 seconds.

It is important to note that the Dreamcatcher is also used to unlock the Invader archetype. In addition to that, it can also be used to access secret weapons. Hence, getting this is vital.

Location

• Make your way to the Asylum in Losomn.
• You must then go to the Morrow Parish and obtain three idols.
• While on it, investigate a small shed to unleash a mini-boss. Moreover, you have to fight him to get the prison key.
• After that, go to the third floor and unlock the prison cell with the key. The third idol will be located here.
• Afterward, go to the basement, interact with the old lady, and give her the idols. After that, you will then get the Nightwear.
• Now you will have to defeat the Magister Dullian, which may spawn at different locations for each player.
• A new waypoint will appear, and on your way, you will come across a Nightweaver feeding on a corpse.
• After that, approach the corpse to obtain the Soulkey Tribute.
• In the Asylum, go to the basement to interact with the weird Webs and give them the Soulkey Tribute.
• After that, go to the cell which had the old lady, and give away the Nightweaver idol to finally get the Dreamcatcher.

If you still feel confused, check out Vulkan’s video, where he describes the walkthrough in detail.

Vice Grips

Damage	Class	Weapon Mod	Critical Hit Chance	Weak spot Damage	Stagger Modifier
55	Regular	N/A	6%	110%	18%

Our final melee weapon on the list is the Vice Grips, a pair of gauntlets with two protruding sharp blades. They are a decent weapon, dealing 55 damage initially and 165 damage after being upgraded.

This is a regular weapon, so no mods are equipped by default. It has good weak spot damage of 110% and is very easy to obtain.

Location

• Visit the Drzyr Replicator.
• This weapon can be crafted here for only 7 Lumenite Crystals, 15 Galvanized iron, and 1500 scrap.

As with most crafting, you will need a bunch of scraps. Moreover, you can check out the Best Ways to Farm Scrap in Remnant 2 to ensure you have enough for crafting.

Those are all the 15 best melee weapons in Remnant 2. Make sure you choose the one that supports your build and your gameplay. Read more guides about Remnant 2:

• Remnant 2 Nightfall Gun.
• Remnant 2 Plinth Puzzle.
• Remnant 2 Imperial Gardens Puzzle.