COP BASTARD weapons: Loadout Tips & Gun Rankings

COP BASTARD weapons are built around a direct retro-FPS loop: enter a room, eliminate criminals, collect ammunition, and push into the next encounter. The arsenal contains four primary firearms—the pistol, shotgun, Uzi, and powerful revolver. None of them is presented as part of a deep skill tree or tactical loadout system, so weapon choice is mainly about matching firepower and range to the room ahead.

The game’s gunplay emphasizes impact. Muzzle flashes are deliberately exaggerated, dust reacts to gunfire, and destructible objects respond to shots across offices and hallways. That visual feedback makes each weapon feel more forceful, even when the underlying combat pattern remains straightforward.

Video Highlights:

• Four main weapons define the core combat loop.
• The arsenal favors punchy, immediate action over planning-heavy encounters.
• Room clearing depends more on range and target priority than complex abilities.
• The VHS presentation strengthens the impact of every burst and muzzle flash.

The four-gun structure gives COP BASTARD a clear rhythm. The pistol can cover routine engagements, the shotgun rewards close pressure, the Uzi supports aggressive fire, and the revolver supplies high-impact shots. Because the game does not offer a broad ability system, learning these combat roles is more valuable than searching for a hidden progression build.

There is no universal best gun for every encounter. The pistol is the safest default when you want flexibility, while the shotgun becomes more attractive as enemy distance collapses. The Uzi is the most natural choice for players who want to keep moving and apply constant pressure. The revolver stands apart because its identity is built around powerful individual shots rather than a long stream of bullets.

These rankings are practical recommendations, not numerical damage claims. The available information establishes the four weapons and their broad feel, but it does not provide a full stat sheet for damage, reload time, spread, or ammunition capacity. Use the table below as a decision guide rather than a replacement for in-game testing.

Pistol: the stable baseline

The pistol is the most adaptable weapon in the lineup. It fits the game’s simple room-by-room structure because it does not demand a specialized situation. Use it when you are learning a new area, checking sightlines, or deciding how much ammunition to commit before the next corridor.

Its main strength is consistency rather than spectacle. The pistol may not match the shotgun’s close-range burst or the revolver’s raw punch, but it gives you a dependable answer when the correct distance is not yet clear.

Shotgun: close-range control

The shotgun is best understood as a space-control tool. Tight corridors, offices, and sudden room entries create situations where enemies can appear at close range. In those moments, a powerful burst can reduce the time you spend exposed.

Avoid treating it as a universal solution. Its value decreases when targets remain distant or when you need repeated fire across a larger room. Closing distance deliberately is important; charging forward without checking the room can create unnecessary damage.

Uzi: aggressive pressure

The Uzi suits players who prefer movement and continuous fire. It can help clear a room quickly when several targets are close enough to keep under pressure. The trade-off is resource discipline. Automatic fire can encourage waste, especially in a game where each cleared room leads directly into another encounter.

Short bursts are a useful editorial recommendation. They preserve the weapon’s aggressive character while reducing the chance of emptying ammunition into destructible props or already-defeated targets.

Revolver: decisive impact

The revolver is the high-impact choice. Its role is clearest when one target deserves immediate attention or when you need a powerful shot to interrupt the flow of an encounter. It is less about spraying a room and more about choosing the right moment.

Use it with a target-priority mindset. Identify the most dangerous enemy, create enough space to aim, and fire before lesser threats distract you. The revolver is especially satisfying when its power complements deliberate movement instead of replacing it.

The fastest way to improve with the COP BASTARD arsenal is to make weapon decisions before panic begins. Every room should be read in three stages: distance, target density, and escape space. This process keeps the combat loop focused without pretending that the game has a complex tactical layer.

The following encounter guide turns that process into a quick reference.

Ammunition discipline

The game’s loop repeatedly moves from one room to the next, so ammunition is part of your pacing even when the combat remains uncomplicated. Avoid firing the Uzi continuously at targets that are already neutralized. Likewise, do not spend the revolver on a minor threat if the room contains a more dangerous opponent that you can identify.

The pistol can function as a conservation tool. Use it for routine targets when the situation allows, then bring out heavier weapons when distance, enemy pressure, or room geometry justifies the commitment.

The rage meter adds a small layer of momentum to the otherwise direct shooting loop. It fills during fights, and activating it restores some health while enabling the cop to spit on enemies. The effect is more of a combat punctuation mark than a complete build-defining mechanic.

Because rage does not fundamentally transform the weapon system, it should support good positioning rather than encourage reckless play. Trigger it when the fight is already active and the health recovery can help you stay in control. Do not assume that rage replaces the need to choose the correct firearm.

Movement also matters because the game’s encounters are designed around immediate action. The visual style includes camera movement while walking, and an option was added to turn camera bob off for players who find that effect uncomfortable. If camera motion distracts you, disabling it can make weapon tracking easier without changing the arsenal itself.

Room-control priorities

• Keep an exit in mind: Do not let a close-range fight pin you against clutter or a wall.
• Use destructible objects deliberately: Environmental reactions add feedback, but firing at everything can waste ammunition.
• Control the first burst: The opening exchange often determines whether you remain aggressive or begin retreating.
• Recover between rooms: Check health and ammunition after each cleared area before advancing.
• Respect the game’s pace: COP BASTARD favors fast action, so avoid overcomplicating simple encounters.

COP BASTARD does not appear to use a traditional multi-slot loadout system with classes, abilities, or deep weapon upgrades. Instead, the most useful “loadout” is a mental pairing: one weapon for stability, one for pressure, and one for decisive impact. Thinking this way keeps the arsenal easy to understand while still giving each gun a clear purpose.

For most players, the pistol should remain the default reference point. The shotgun answers close-range problems, the Uzi accelerates aggressive room clearing, and the revolver creates a high-impact option for dangerous targets. This approach also fits the game’s identity: short, direct encounters with strong audiovisual feedback.

The arsenal is one of the game’s strongest accessible features because each weapon communicates its purpose quickly. The larger limitation is variety outside the guns. There is no substantial tactical system or skill framework to create radically different builds, so the combat can begin to feel repetitive across successive rooms.

That limitation does not erase the appeal of the weapons. The VHS presentation, exaggerated muzzle flashes, destructible objects, and forceful sound design give ordinary room clearing a distinctive identity. If you want a short retro FPS built around instant action, the four-gun structure is easy to learn and satisfying in brief sessions.

For additional context, the related COP BASTARD review video covers the game’s retro-FPS structure, weapon lineup, visual style, and combat strengths.