Summary
Unique weaponsare nothing new in video games. That said, some games offer better unique weapons than others.Fallout 4is one of those games that has fantastic, unique weapons. From rare energy weapons to one-of-a-kind submachine guns, there are lots ofgreat weaponshidden all over the ruins of post-nuclear Boston just waiting to be found.
Some secret weapons are pretty easy to find, while others are hidden away in hard-to-reach areas. Either way, most avidFallout 4fans will have collected almost every rare weapon in the game. For those that haven’t, there are some rare weapons that are worth getting as early as possible due to how useful and fun they are to use.
Updated on June 10, 2025, by Benjamin Joe:Fallout 4 is a huge game with lots of hidden secrets. From the ruins of post-war Boston to the shoreline of Far Harbor, there are lots of great locations for players to explore. As for weapons, the game has countless weapon variations that players can earn while playing. Some are common, others are pretty rare, and then there are some that are one-of-a-kind pieces.
These one-of-a-kind weapons can be found, looted and purchased using Caps. Out of the unique weapons, there are a few that stand head and shoulders above the rest in terms of quality. While many of them were covered in the original article, there are a few more that deserve a spot on this list.
10Righteous Authority
Paladin Danse’s Laser Rifle
Paladin Danse is an interesting companion. Most players will meet him early on as they explore the ruins around Cambridge Police Station. He’s a pretty strong figure with clear views on how the world should be.
Once the player completes the quest Call To Arms, Danse will award them with Righteous Authority. While it’s notthe most powerful weapon inFallout 4,it is still an overall great weapon.
It’s an ideal weapon to pick up early on as it cantake down most early game enemies with relative ease.
9Kiloton Radium Rifle
The Far Harbor Radiation Machine
TheKiloton Radium Riflewas brought into the game with theFar HarborDLC. WhileFallout 4didn’t have the best Radium weapons when compared to otherFalloutgames, the Kiloton Radium Rifle changed that. This submachine gun can be acquired very easily. However, there are still players out there who don’t know about its existence. To get it, all the player needs to do isbuy it from Brother Kane in the Nucleus.This can only be done after the player joins the Children of Atom.
The weapon itself is very powerful. It deals a decent amount of damage, it deals explosive damage, and it deals radiation damage. This is a very overpowered weapon, and it can take down most enemies in the game with ease.
8Atom’s Judgment
Another Far Harbor Weapon
If the player completes the quest, The Heretic, for Grand Zelot Ricther over inside the Nuclear, then they will be awarded Atom’s Judgment. This Sledge Hammer variant packs a serious punch.
It’s a great choice for those who love melee weapons. It is incredibly effective when used against human enemies. With the right mods and perks, thisweapon can smash through typically tough to clear areas like the Gunner’s Plaza.
Even if the player isn’t a big fan of melee weapons, Atom’s Judgment is still worth having as it has a unique radioactive appearance that looks awesome.
7The Last Minute
The Minutemen’s Secret Weapon
The Last Minuteis a type of Gauss Rifle. While it isn’t the fastest-firing weapon in the game, it more than makes up for it with the amount of damage it does. This weapon deals 50% more limb damage. While this may not sound too crazy, it can cripple enemy bosses with just one well-placed hit. Like all Gauss Rifles, The Last Minute already does high damage as standard. So, by adding the extra limb damage, this weapon becomes a must-have gun.
Obtaining this weapon requires a little bit of work from the player. The player will need to complete several mainquests for the Minutemen. Once the player completes the quest “Old Guns,“the weapon can be purchased from Ronnie Shaw at the Castle.
6Furious Power Fist
Does Crazy Amounts Of Melee Damage
There are a few places where players can get hold of a Power Fist. However, there is one variant that stands head and shoulders above the rest: theFurious Power Fist. The Furious effect allows weapons to do more damage with each successive hit on the same enemy. This can be incredibly powerful when used against boss enemies, as the increase in damage goes up very fast when the enemy can take a bunch of hits.
Getting this weapon involves taking on a tough boss, especially for lower-level players. To get the Furious Power Fist, players will need to head to Swan’s Pond, which is close toDiamond City. Once there, players will notice something lurking in the water. A large Super Mutant Behemoth named Swan will emerge, and they will need to take him down.Once Swan has been taken care of, his body can be looted for the Furious Power Fist.
5Overseer’s Guardian
Vault 81’s Gem
This gun is a highly customizable unique weapon that players can get their hands on pretty easily. The main issue with getting this weapon is the price. It is a costly weapon, especially early on. The gun is located inVault 81and itcan be purchased from Alexis Combes.To be able to get into the Vault, the player will need to either pass a Speech check or complete a small quest to get inside.
Once inside, simply head down the elevator and purchase theOverseer’s Guardianfrom Alexis. The price will vary depending on the player’s perks, but it will still be quite a costly weapon.
This weapon has a two-shot effect, meaning that it fires two bullets every time the trigger is pulled. As mentioned, the Overseer’s Guardian is a highly customizable weapon, meaning that it can be changed from an automatic sniper to a single-shot weapon at a Workbench. Its ammo type can also be changed, making it easier to use for those with limited ammo.
4The Harvester
Stagger Enemies To Death
The Harvesteris a unique variant of the Ripper. It was brought into the game with theFar HarborDLC. While the weapon is pretty easy to get, it is also pretty easy to miss. There are a lot of players out there who have played theFar HarborDLC and walked right past this weapon.
To get this weapon, players need to head toEcho Lake Lumbar in Far Harbor.Once there, they will be greeted by lots and lots of Ghouls. Once the Ghouls have been taken care of, playes can make their way to the top floor of the destroyed building, where they will have to either pick an advanced lock or hop over a wall with a large hole in it on the lower level. After players make their way into the room on the top floor, they will need to search the Red Steamer Trunk. Inside the trunk will be The Harvester.
This weapon is incredibly overpowered. It has a chance to stagger an enemy with every hit. Since this is an automaticmelee weapon, it will almost constantly stagger enemies. If an enemy is staggered, it can’t attack, making most enemies pretty much useless when trying to fight against this weapon.
3The Problem Solver
Mason’s Reward
Nuka-World is a theme park turned raider paradise that players can take over during their playthrough. While they will be faced with some important decisions toward the end of the main storyline, there’s a lot of fun to be had in Nuka-World.
One item that players can get while exploring Nuka-World is the Problem Solver. This hard hitting rifle is fast firing, exceptionally powerful, and looks pretty cool. If the player selects and passes certain speech checks while talking to Mason during the quest An Ambitious Plan, then they’ll be awarded the Problem Solver.This weapon decimates everything that gets in its way.With the right setup, this highly-modifiable weapon can be outright deadly.
2Ashmaker
The Big Dig Diamond
The Big Dig is a fun side quest that introduces the player to a handful of shady characters. If the player chooses to go ahead and complete the quest, then they will be awarded the Ashmaker, no matter what decision they make at the end.
While this weapon doesn’t do a lot of damage per shot,the fire effect is borderline overpowered.It causes damage over time, making it great for taking down some of the game’s toughest enemies. Just be sure to bring plenty of ammo because the Ashmaker chews through bullets at the speed of light.
1Spray N' Pray
An Explosive Submachine Gun
TheSpray N' Prayis one of the best weapons in all ofFallout 4.It is powerful, its ammo is plentiful, and it is really fun to use. Getting this weapon is easy, but with that said, it does involve a little bit of luck.
The gun can be purchased from Cricket.Cricket is a traveling merchant based inBunker Hill. Since she travels around the map, it can be tricky to track her down, but the best way to find her is just to hang around Bunker Hill until she shows up.
The Spray N' Pray does a great deal of damage. This is because it has an explosive effect, and has a very high rate of fire. It can also be modified at a weapons Workbench to make it even more powerful. The Spray N' Pray is a very overpowered weapon and is definitely worth having in any player’s arsenal.
