If players want to achieve an S Rank in Ready or Not, then they will not only need to complete all objectives and bag all evidence, but they will need to take in every hostile on a level through incapacitated means and alive. This means that non-lethal weapons and lethal weapons that have authorized use of force are essential for an S Rank, as nothing else will provide players with this perfect victory. If players are looking for S Rank builds in Ready or Not, then this is the place to be, and we've listed some perfect loadouts to use for a multitude of different mission scenarios.
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These loadouts are listed in no particular order.
4 The Good Cop
The Best Non-Lethal Loadout in Ready or Not
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Primary Weapon |
Beanbag Shotgun |
RMR Dot |
Flashlight |
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Secondary Weapon |
TRPL |
Flashlight |
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Long Tactical |
Mirrorgun |
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Armor |
Heavy Armor |
Steel Material |
Full Coverage |
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Munitions |
Flashbang x2 |
Beanbag x6 |
Pepperball x3 |
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Headwear |
Ballistic Mask |
GPNVGS |
Anti-Flash Goggles |
- A completely non-lethal loadout for S Rank
Since non-lethal is the only way to acquire an S Rank, why not go all out in the most pacifist way possible by having a weapon that's explicitly incapable of killing people? This loadout will have everything players need, even as they face foes with decent armor from head to toe. With the Beanbag Shotgun, players have a hard-hitting weapon that will deliver a harsh amount of blunt force and encourage suspects to drop their weapons, so long as you don't aim for the head. The Beanbag Shotgun is the most important weapon of this build, but the TRPL offers decent range and methods of compliance with its pepperballs.
As for armor, a full coverage of Heavy Armor with Steel plates is essential, as players are going to have to tank a few hits from enemies to get them to comply, since the Beanbag Shotgun isn't the fastest firing weapon. Steel plates provide great coverage, and full armor means that players are covered from all angles. The Mirrorgun tactical is also very useful for this build, as players can check beneath doors to see where to aim and shoot next in case a room has a hostile inside.
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3 The Bad Cop
Lethal Weapons for Incapacitation and Deadly Force
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Primary Weapon |
SA-58 OSW |
RMR Dot |
SOCOM Suppressor |
Combat Grip |
Laser Pointer |
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Secondary Weapon |
G19 |
SRO Dot |
GM Suppressor |
Laser Pointer |
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Long Tactical |
Mirrorgun |
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Armor |
Heavy Armor |
Steel Material |
Front/Back |
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Munitions |
Primary | AP x6 |
Sidearm | AP x3 |
Flashbang x2 |
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Headwear |
Ballistic Mask |
GPNVGS |
Anti-Flash Goggles |
- A completely lethal loadout that will make S Rank harder, but safety is assured with deadly force
Players can still get an S Rank with lethal weapons, but it's going to be much harder. Players must only use authorized deadly force, meaning they can only shoot if an enemy has shot first or is refusing to comply. However, lethal force should be used in a non-lethal manner, meaning you should shoot to incapacitate, not shoot to kill. In this case, aim for the stomach and the arms and not the head, and the SA-58 OSW is the perfect Assault Rifle for that job, thanks to how sturdy it is in medium and close-quarter operations. With powerful penetration for its ammo type, players have a weapon to pierce skin and armor equally. If players need a backup, the G19 Pistol offers great defense with its bullet penetration and versatility.
With a lethal weapon, Heavy Armor with Steel plates and Front/Back coverage is the best way forward, as players will still want to be a tad hesitant to shoot, but they shouldn't be afraid to pull the trigger if they're in danger. It's going to be hard to get S Rank with lethal weapons, but the suppressors will keep situations calm, and the deadly gunfire will intimidate suspects a whole lot more.
2 The Flashbang Cop
Blind Enemies to Make Them Comply Without Deadly Force
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Primary Weapon |
M32A1 Flash |
Holosight EXPS3 |
M600V Flashlight |
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Secondary Weapon |
Fiveseven |
SRO Dot |
Tundra Suppressor |
Laser Pointer |
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Long Tactical |
Breach Shotgun |
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Armor |
Heavy Armor |
Steel Material |
Front/Back |
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Munitions |
Flashbang x7 |
Sidearm | AP x4 |
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Headwear |
Ballistic Mask |
GPNVGS |
Anti-Flash Goggles |
- A mixture of fast-paced non-lethal and lethal for backup.
A more experimental loadout involves the M32A1 Flash Grenade Launcher as a primary weapon. This weapon might be a tad heavy and clunky to wield, but fire off a single shot into a room, and everyone without Anti-Flash Goggles is going to drop their weapons and experience a fierce headache from the blinding light. Bring plenty of Flashbang rounds, as these detonate upon impact and can really eat up ammo for players who are rather trigger-happy. In case players run out of Flashbangs, or a suspect simply refuses to comply, the Fiveseven Pistol will take it from here, as this silenced sidearm will ensure easy incapacitation from any range.
Since the M32A1 Flash Grenade Launcher is one of the loudest weapons available, stealth isn't exactly an option here. This is why players should rush in with Steel-plated armor, to soak up some damage, along with a Breacher Shotgun to get into rooms quickly without having to worry about what's behind the door, because an impact Flash Grenade round is going to clean up nicely.
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1 The Pepperball Cop
Pepperball Targets to Make Them Submit in a Coughing Fit
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Primary Weapon |
VPL-25 |
Holosight EXPS3 |
Combat Grip |
Laser Pointer |
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Secondary Weapon |
TRPL |
Flashlight |
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Long Tactical |
Mirrorgun |
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Armor |
Heavy Armor |
Steel Material |
Full Coverage |
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Munitions |
Primary | Pepperball x6 |
Sidearm | Pepperball x3 |
Stinger x2 |
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Headwear |
Helmet Only |
GPNVGS |
Gas Mask |
- Non-lethal loadout that relies purely on pepperballs.
What does your loadout need? More pepperballs! The VPL-25 is the non-lethal pepperball Assault Rifle that allows players to use what's effectively the same feel of a normal AR in terms of accuracy and movement, albeit with non-lethal projectiles that will have suspects coughing up a storm. Pepperballs might not be the most deadly, so this is a cover-based weapon that should be used very tactically to fire off 25 rounds per magazine into opponents that refuse to drop their weapons. It's quiet and effective, but only against enemies that are not wearing armor. If enemies have masks, then the VPL-25 is useless, as is the sidearm variant, the TRPL. This is another completely non-lethal loadout worth taking for those who want something with a tad more risk and mobility, opposed to the hard-hitting Beanbag Shotgun.
Pepperballs can be frustrating, as some enemies will stop coughing, only to run away or resume shooting as if nothing happened. In cases like these, a full set of Steel-plated Heavy Armor is useful to tank a few extra and unwarranted shots. Like other builds, the Mirrorgun is essential to make sure there are no surprises behind closed doors, and a Gas Mask will ensure that the player is not affected by their own detonated pepperballs while moving through areas and arresting suspects. For even more firepower, the Stinger Grenade can provide players with a detonating runnerball launcher to disorientate targets, which is a nice addition to throw into a crowded room of hostiles.
Ready or Not
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OpenCritic Reviews
- Top Critic Avg: 82 /100 Critics Rec: 82%
- Released
- December 13, 2023
- ESRB
- Mature 17+ / Blood and Gore, Drug Reference, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Strong Language, Users Interact
- Developer(s)
- Void Interactive
- Publisher(s)
- Void Interactive
WHERE TO PLAY
- Engine
- Unreal Engine 4
- Genre(s)
- Tactical, FPS
