Get ready to slice through hordes of zombies with the best weapons in Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster. This iconic survival horror game is back with a remastered edition, offering a fresh take on the original Dead Rising experience. So whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the series, here are five of the best weapons to dominate the undead apocalypse in Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster.
Best Weapons in Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster
We’re going to level with you for a second, there are very few wrong choices when it comes to what could be considered the best weapons in Dead Rising. Given how incredibly silly the game is at its core if a weapon brings you joy, you should use it. That being said, however, this list of top weapons mainly focuses on weapons that do good damage or have good durability. Regardless of your weapon of choice, however, happy zombie hunting!
Excavator
Location: Crislip’s Home Saloon (North Plaza)
As it turns out, tools that are designed to break through concrete and whatnot are also very good at dealing with zombie hordes. With its powerful spiral blades and good attack range, the Excavator is a truly brutal weapon. It delivers incredible damage at a rapid pace, and its wide arc can hit multiple zombies at once, making it ideal for clearing hordes. While it may be slightly slower than some other options, its sheer power and stylish design more than compensate.
Small Chainsaw
Location: Space Rider Rollercoaster (Wonderland Plaza)
Don’t be fooled by its size. The small chainsaw may seem less intimidating than its larger counterpart, but it packs a surprising punch. It turns out that the smaller sibling of everyone’s favourite Evil Dead arm accessory is a powerful weapon in Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster thanks to its light nature and surprisingly good lifespan. The small chainsaw is a reliable and efficient tool for dispatching enemies and it can be easily stored in your inventory, making it a valuable backup option when you need a quick and powerful solution. You will have to beat Adam the Clown to unlock this little beast, but once you’ve done so you’ll have a much easier time cutting through hordes.
Ceremonial Sword
Location: Colby’s Movieland (Paradise Plaza)
Defeating Sean Keanan will unlock the powerful ceremonial sword, a worthy reward given its exceptional ability to cut through swathes of undead like a knife through butter. Delivering absurd damage, the ceremonial sword has surprisingly good mobility, and can even be thrown for a dramatic finishing move. So if you’re looking to channel your inner demon hunter, this sword is a must-have and while Frank may not have Dante’s acrobatic skills, he can still unleash devastating attacks with this weapon.
Lawn Mower
Location: Crislip’s Home Saloon (North Plaza)
Zombies and grass might have more in common than anybody would realise, but the only thing we can think of for sure is that neither of them is happy with you bringing the lawn mower out. A versatile and entertaining weapon, the lawn mower is effective against zombies both in its push mode, shredding them as you move, and in its handheld mode, delivering powerful blows. Choose the method that suits your playstyle and enjoy the carnage.
Servbot Mask
Location: Child’s Play (Paradise Plaza)
Look, we had to put one in here that wasn’t just about damage. Sometimes you need to just stop an enemy from seeing you, and for those times, there’s nothing better than plonking a Servbot mask onto their head. This stops them from being able to see – meaning they stumble around even more than usual – and whilst it can also be used to attack things, and that’s great and all, the main draw is definitely putting it on the best-dressed zombie and enjoying a brief respite from all of the horror and chaos that being slap bang in the middle of a zombie apocalypse entails.
