There are plenty of post-apocalyptic games out there to play.

But, none do it in the way thatDayZhas approached the subject.

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True enough, the lands of DayZ are not for the weak of heart.

Here are the weapons you should definitely be on the lookout for.

It has both semi-auto and full-auto firing modes, with a particularly high rate of fire.

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This makes it perfect for close-range encounters but with the versatility to still be useful at longer ranges.

This long-range rifle is perfect for those impeccable marksman shots so many wish they could pull off consistently.

It might be difficult to find, but it’s well worth it.

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At its base, it is a weapon that can be used for almost anything.

It has a fair rate of fire and accuracy for a weapon of its throw in.

In-game Screenshot of an abandoned road with destroyed cars in DayZ.

That’s even when your target is wearing armor.

With mods, this weapon is devastating.

If you might find it, that is.

A screenshot of the M4-A1 assault rifle against a pavement background in DayZ.

The LE-MAS is a bullpup assault rifle with more than its fair share of pros.

This bolt-action hunting rifle may be rare, but it is worth keeping your eyes peeled for it.

With a scope and even a silencer, this weapon is devastating at long range.

The VSD sniper rifle from DayZ against a black background.

Your enemies won’t know what hit them.

This submachine gun isn’t often found, but when it is, you’ll love it.

There is a single and burst-fire option, but the weapon excels at full-auto close-quarters fights.

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If you want to turnzombies and survivorsinto Swiss cheese, then this is the gun for you.

Creatures to make Romero proud.

The Revolver is the right one.

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Its drawbacks are a low reload speed and the sound it makes.

One shot, and everyone will know where you are.

Thankfully, you might get another six shots ready in pretty rapid succession with a speed loader.

A DayZ characters inventory screen showing weapons and supplies.

This weapon improves upon the KA-101 but loses some of the versatility as it does so.

It excels at close range, where its rate of fire and damage makes short work of enemies.

It does fall a little short in prolonged or long-range engagements, though.

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A DayZ screenshot of one player shooting another player with a submachine gun.

A DayZ magnum revolver examined up close.

A Dayz screenshot of a person in a gas mask and military fatigues, holding an assault rifle.

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