Best Dark Souls 3 Weapons That Make The Game Easy

There are a staggering number of weapons to obtain in Dark Souls 3, and while some are little more than inventory clutter, others are powerful tools. Some weapons are so powerful that once players have obtained them and put a little work into upgrading them, they can carry gamers through the majority of the game and well into New Game Plus. It's not surprising for players to find one good weapon and stick to it, especially considering how tough things can get if they don't have access to the best weapons.

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What weapon is best for players in Dark Souls 3 comes down to personal preference, but if people are looking for a solid weapon to achieve any ending and survive until they get something better in new playthroughs, they should check out the weapons that best suit their playstyle. While there's definitely some merit to learning how to make use of a weapon that appeals on a personal level to players, most Soulsborne games will punish those who haven't maximized their DPS and efficiency in battle. This makes it important to find the best DS3 weapons that can decimate foes in no time.

Updated on January 27, 2025, by Gerardo Molina: When it comes to a game like Dark Souls 3, saying that a weapon makes it too easy is probably an overstatement. While for other games it would mean that defeating every boss is a breeze, in this regard, it actually means that players will have to struggle a bit less, but there will still be a struggle. Although dying to a boss several times in the Dark Souls franchise can be very frustrating, it's also what makes it extremely rewarding when players finally manage to beat it. The weapons on this list can be upgraded to a point where players will have a considerable advantage, so they should only be used in cases where they’ve died a dozen times and feel like no progress is being made.

25 Demon's Greataxe

Obtained By Transposing The Soul Of A Demon

The Demon's Greataxe is one of the best Strength weapons in Dark Souls 3, as it hits like a truck and has decent Strength scaling. While this weapon did not make an appearance in Dark Souls 2, it was first introduced in the original Dark Souls, helping players make quick work of many enemies.

To get this weapon, players will have to defeat the Fire Demon in the Catacombs of Carthus. While it's not a main boss, this demon will challenge players' skills and patience as it’s encountered at a point in the game where players aren’t that strong yet.

24 Lorian's Greatsword

Obtained By Transposing The Twin Princes' Soul

Reaching Lothric Castle is probably one of the most rewarding experiences that players can get when playing Dark Souls 3. To get there, players will have to defeat formidable bosses, including the dangerous Dancer of the Boreal Valley, which has been a central point of frustration for many.

While Lorian's Greatsword doesn't have the best Strength or Dexterity scaling, it still packs a huge punch and looks amazing. To get it, players will have to defeat Lorian and Lothric and then transpose their souls by talking to Ludleth of Courland in the Firelink Shrine.

23 Pontiff Knight Curved Sword

Dropped By Pontiff Knights In Irithyll Or Bought From Greirat (Or The Shrine Handmaiden If He's Dead)

Dark Souls 3 features many weapons that are a blast to use, but one particular blade that has captured the hearts and minds of fans is the Pontiff Knight Curved Sword. This frosty blade features one of the best and trickiest movesets in the game, which players will love getting used to until they can decimate most enemies with ease.

Players love this weapon in PvP so much that a lot of people use this weapon to trick their opponents. It's easily one of DS3's best weapons, and has earned its reputation. The moveset is not an easy one to handle and it may not be the most optimal weapon for PvE, but players who want to flex all over their opponents will love what this sword has to offer.

22 Murakumo

Dropped By Dark Spirit Alva, Seeker Of The Spurned

Players who want to make a Dex build will love using the Murakumo. Sure, the base variant of this weapon may not scale all that well with Dex, but that's precisely why Sharp Infusions exist. A Sharp Murakumo scales incredibly well with Dex and hits for serious damage, letting players flaunt this great DS3 weapon and decimate their foes in style.

The weapon's weight isn't as high as most other Dex weapons, meaning that a player's equip load also becomes manageable with this weapon. With a reliable moveset that hits like a truck and lets players maintain a solid reach, the Murakumo is one of the few weapons from the first Dark Souls that feels just as viable as the original iteration, if not more so.

21 Murky Hand Scythe

Looted From A Corpse In The Dreg Heap

The DLC weapons for Dark Souls 3 are a blast to use, with some of these armaments bringing a ton of pain and completely obliterating opponents. While the vast majority of these weapons are useful in PvE situations, one of the best DS3 weapons from the DLC that became infamous in PvP circles is the Murky Hand Scythe.

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Any player scared of being ganked by PvP experts should make it a point to carry a Murky Hand Scythe with them at all times. It will help them take out most opponents with its tricky moveset, and it's great against regular enemies too. There's a reason why so many people fear this weapon as one of the best weapons in Dark Souls 3; because it's a nightmare to deal with.

20 Friede's Great Scythe

Obtained By Transposing The Soul Of Sister Friede

Friede is one of the few bright spots in a DLC that didn't satisfy most players who expected the world from the studio's expansions. The snowed-in areas added to the game coupled with some unimaginative exploration and enemies made the bulk of the Painted World a pain to explore.

However, all of this was made worthwhile by the final boss, which is easily one of the most epic encounters that FromSoftware has ever developed. This three-phase battle is as epic as one would expect and will leave fans wanting more after this amazing experience is over. To obtain Friede's Great Scythe, Dark Souls 3 players defeat Sister Friede and transpose her soul. Having access to this intimidating scythe can make Dark Souls 3 a much easier game than it should be.

19 Onikiri And Ubadachi

Dropped By Black Hand Kamui In The Grand Archives

The dual-blade combat styles in Dark Souls 3 are a thing of beauty, and players have a lot of options to choose from when it comes to enjoying this cool, fast-paced style of attacking. Many weapons can be dual-wielded to great effect, with a notable example being the Onikiri and Ubadachi.

These katanas require a near-perfect technique to wield, but players will be rewarded for spending their time trying to accommodate this weapon's moveset in their play style. In the hands of an expert, this weapon can destroy most enemies in just a few hits.

18 Dragonslayer Greataxe

Obtained Via Transposing The Soul Of Dragonslayer Armour

One of the hardest-hitting weapons in the game, players who invest in Strength will be in shock and awe at just how powerful the Dragonslayer Greataxe really is. Not only does the weapon hit like a truck, but its Weapon Art is one of the strongest in the game if players time it right.

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This Greataxe absolutely wallops enemies to kingdom come and can be obtained by transposing the soul of the Dragonslayer Armor. Players love using this weapon in PvE because of its ridiculous damage outlet, finishing off the strongest enemies in the game without breaking a sweat.

17 Demon's Scar

Obtained By Transposing The Soul Of The Demon Prince

It's a shame that the Demon's Scar is available all the way in The Ringed City DLC since players would've loved to use this weapon early on in the game. Not only does this weapon look absolutely amazing, but it hits for a ton of damage and is a lot of fun to use, too, as long as players focus on a Faith and Intelligence-heavy build.

To obtain this weapon, players need to defeat the Demon Prince boss fight in this DLC. The Boss Soul can be transposed to form the Demon's Scar, a fire-infused weapon that is great against the majority of enemies in the game who are weak to this element.

16 Zweihander

Sold By Greirat Or The Shrine Handmaid After Giving Her Greirat's Ashes

The Zweihander has been a fan-favorite in the Dark Souls series, with this ultra greatsword being considered by many to be one of the best swords in the entire franchise. Unlike a lot of great weapons from the first Dark Souls game that didn't really maintain their lasting appeal in Dark Souls 3, the Zweihander has been a solid and reliable option in the trilogy that players can count on against the strongest bosses in the game.

Players can obtain this weapon through Greirat, a thief who can be sent outside Firelink Shrine to bring back some valuable items. He can die during one of these excursions, but players don't need to fear — they can simply pick up Greirat's Ashes from his corpse and give it to the Shrine Handmaid if they wish to gain access to this weapon once again.