- wardogs weapons use a purchase-based economy, so every loadout must match your current cash.
- Alpha prices are list prices, with a 50% new-recruit discount below level 9.
- Ammunition costs separately, making caliber choice as important as the weapon’s purchase price.
- The alpha catalogue lists 33 weapons, while 37 weapons were confirmed for the 2026 Early Access launch.
- Best first buy: favor affordable rifles, SMGs, or sidearms until your balance can support riskier kits.
WARDOGS Weapons: How the Alpha Catalogue Works
WARDOGS weapons are built around an extraction-style purchase loop rather than a fixed class loadout. You receive a one-time account balance of $10,000, carry money between matches, and lose the value of equipment that does not survive. That makes weapon selection a resource decision as much as a combat decision.
The available alpha catalogue contained 33 listed weapons in the recorded build. These figures are stamped to Alpha 1 on August 7, 2026, so they should be treated as a historical reference for the test build. Bulkhead later confirmed 37 weapons for the 2026 Early Access launch, meaning the alpha list is not the final shipping roster.
Video Highlights:
- Every weapon available during the WARDOGS closed alpha showcase
- Firing-range demonstrations with and without available attachments
- Vertical recoil tests for comparing weapon behavior
The weapon catalogue records several practical fields: purchase price, ammunition type, fire mode, weight, XP track, and accepted part families. The parts field describes compatible families rather than the number of attachment slots. For example, a rifle may accept barrel, magazine, rail, and foregrip parts without placing all of those components on the weapon simultaneously.
| Catalogue Field | What It Means | Loadout Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Alpha list price before the recruit discount | Determines how much cash is risked per life |
| Ammunition | Cartridge or arrow type | Controls resupply cost and caliber planning |
| Fire modes | Semi, burst, full auto, bolt-action, or other operation | Defines ideal engagement range |
| Weight | Recorded weapon weight where available | Helps compare mobility and handling expectations |
| Earns | Assault, Medic, or Recon XP track | Connects weapon use to progression |
| Parts | Compatible part families | Shows customization potential, not slot count |
The catalogue publishes list prices because the recruit discount is temporary. Below level 9, the shop applies a 50% discount, so a listed $600 T-21 costs $300 during that period. Plan around the discounted price early, but remember the full list price for later loadouts.
Recorded WARDOGS Weapon Prices and Roles
The strongest early decision is not simply choosing the highest-priced gun. A weapon must justify its cost across the entire kit, including ammunition and the likelihood that you can recover the equipment after a failed life.
The alpha records show a broad spread from the free Bushmaster M17S to expensive marksman and sniper options. The entries below are the weapons with specific values available in the catalogue reference.
| Weapon | Price | Ammunition | Fire Mode | Weight | XP Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSHMASTER M17S | $0 | 5.56x45mm | Semi / Burst | 3.17 kg | Assault XP |
| T-21 | $600 | 5.56x45mm | Semi / Full Auto | 3.27 kg | Assault XP |
| AMP-9 | $900 | 9x19mm | Semi / Full Auto | 1.4 kg | Medic XP |
| PP-19 VITYAZ | $1,200 | 9x19mm | Semi / Full Auto | 2.9 kg | Medic XP |
| SKS | $2,400 | 7.62x39mm | Semi automatic | 3.85 kg | Recon XP |
| SVD | $4,800 | 7.62x54mm | Semi automatic | 5.3 kg | Recon XP |
| SCOUT RIFLE TD | $1,100 | 5.56x45mm | Break-action | 2.95 kg | Recon XP |
| MOSIN NAGANT | $4,500 | 7.62x54mm | Bolt-action | 4.1 kg | Recon XP |
| COMPOUND BOW | $800 | Standard Arrows | Pull & Release | 1.3 kg | Recon XP |
| JUDGE | $250 | .45 Colt | Double-action | Not recorded | Assault XP |
| M1911 | $300 | .45 ACP | Semi automatic | Not recorded | Assault XP |
The T-21 is the most accessible conventional rifle in the recorded list, while the Bushmaster M17S functions as a zero-price entry point. The AMP-9 and Compound Bow offer lower-cost alternatives for players who prefer lightweight equipment or a different engagement pattern.
At the upper end, the SVD and Mosin Nagant demand more careful planning. Their prices consume a large share of the initial account balance, and both use 7.62x54mm ammunition. A high-value rifle can be useful for long-range overwatch, but it becomes a poor purchase when the rest of the kit cannot be funded.
Low-Risk Rifle
Bushmaster M17S provides the recorded $0 entry point and uses common 5.56x45mm ammunition.
Flexible Rifle
T-21 combines a $600 list price with semi-auto and full-auto modes.
Close-Range Option
AMP-9 costs $900, weighs 1.4 kg, and uses 9x19mm ammunition.
Long-Range Investment
SVD costs $4,800 and belongs to the Recon XP track, making it a major cash commitment.
A more expensive weapon is not automatically the best purchase. Compare its role, ammunition cost, recovery risk, and expected engagement distance before spending a large portion of your balance.
Ammunition, Discounts, and Cash Management
WARDOGS separates weapon purchases from ammunition purchases. The catalogue reference records ammunition boxes ranging from $10 at the cheap end to $250 at the top, depending on caliber. That means the effective price of a loadout is higher than the number printed beside the weapon.
The practical calculation is:
Total risk = weapon price + ammunition cost + purchased equipment
This matters when comparing weapons that appear close in price. A $900 weapon using an inexpensive caliber may be easier to sustain than a cheaper weapon tied to costly ammunition. The available alpha data does not provide a complete price list for every caliber, so use the recorded cartridge types as planning categories rather than assuming they share the same resupply cost.
| Budget Tier | Recorded Examples | Primary Use | Recommended Approach |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0–$600 | Bushmaster M17S, Judge, M1911, T-21 | Recovery runs and low-balance lives | Preserve cash and rebuild through teamplay |
| $800–$1,200 | Compound Bow, AMP-9, SCOUT RIFLE TD | Flexible budget kits | Choose by range and ammunition availability |
| $2,400–$4,500 | SKS, Mosin Nagant | Dedicated Recon play | Buy only when long-range value fits the plan |
| $4,800+ | SVD and higher-cost future options | High-risk specialist kits | Protect the weapon and avoid unnecessary fights |
Income is not limited to eliminations. Reviving squadmates, transporting teammates, spotting, and holding objectives can contribute to earnings. This creates a useful alternative for players who do not lead the kill scoreboard: support actions can still improve the next purchase.
Use the new-recruit discount to test a role, but do not let the reduced price hide the future cost. A T-21 listed at $600 costs $300 below level 9, yet later purchases should be evaluated against the full list price.
| Situation | Safer Purchase Pattern | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Starting balance | Bushmaster M17S or sidearm | Limits the cost of an unsuccessful life |
| Moderate balance | T-21, AMP-9, or Compound Bow | Adds role flexibility without a major cash loss |
| Strong balance | SKS or specialized Recon weapon | Supports deliberate long-range play |
| Low ammunition supply | Use a weapon sharing an available caliber | Reduces the chance of an expensive resupply |
| Team facing vehicles | Reserve money for anti-vehicle options | Launchers counter high-value purchases such as tanks or helicopters |
Before buying, check three numbers: the weapon price, the ammunition price, and the balance left afterward. A sustainable loadout often outperforms a stronger kit that leaves no recovery money.
Step-by-Step WARDOGS Weapons Loadout Plan
Use this process whenever you are deciding between a safe weapon and an expensive specialist option. It works especially well during the alpha-style economy described by the catalogue.
Check Your Available Cash
Start with the balance you can spend now, not the original $10,000 account grant. Money carries between matches, and equipment losses reduce the resources available for later lives.
Choose the Engagement Range
Select close-range weapons for interiors and collapsed sightlines, versatile rifles for general zone fights, or Recon weapons for open-ground overwatch.
Confirm Ammunition
Identify the cartridge or arrow type before purchasing. Ammunition is separate from the weapon and may represent a meaningful part of the kit’s total risk.
Review Parts and Fire Modes
Check compatible part families and decide whether semi-auto, burst, full-auto, bolt-action, or break-action behavior matches your role.
Leave a Recovery Reserve
Avoid spending the entire balance on one life. Keep enough money for a lower-cost follow-up kit if the first weapon is lost.
The alpha categories can be viewed through two overlapping systems. Bulkhead’s public framing used assault rifles, SMGs, LMGs, sniper rifles, sidearms, and launchers. The alpha vendor tabs additionally separated shotguns, marksman rifles, and bows, creating a seven-tab primary-weapon structure. Sidearms functioned as an equipment slot rather than a standard primary tab, while launchers did not have their own listed tab.
| Weapon Category | Best Engagement | Purchase Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Assault rifle | Mid-range zone fights | Reliable general-purpose performance |
| SMG | Interiors and trench clearing | Mobility and close-quarters pressure |
| Shotgun | Short sightlines | Burst damage in confined spaces |
| Marksman rifle | Mid-to-long range | Precision without a full sniper commitment |
| Sniper rifle | Open-ground overwatch | Long-range control and spotting |
| Bow | Quiet ranged pressure | Lightweight Recon alternative |
| Sidearm | Backup or low-cash life | Maintain a fighting option after losses |
WARDOGS uses bullet drop and travel time, so a weapon’s effective distance matters. Test how a firearm behaves at the range before judging it only by its price or category.
Alpha Catalogue Checklist and Reference Notes
The catalogue is useful for planning, but it has clear boundaries. It represents a closed-alpha build recorded on August 7, 2026, not a guaranteed list of every weapon available at launch. Only one faction was playable in the recorded test, so faction-gated vendor stock remained a possibility.
Use this checklist before publishing a loadout recommendation or entering a high-risk run.
Loadout Review:
- Confirm the weapon price against your current balance
- Check ammunition type and expected resupply cost
- Match fire mode and range to the planned objective
- Review compatible part families without treating them as attachment slots
- Keep a lower-cost recovery option available after a loss
| Confirmed Reference Point | Alpha Detail | Planning Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Recorded roster | 33 weapons shown | Use this as the dated alpha catalogue |
| Later launch count | 37 weapons confirmed for 2026 Early Access | Expect the final roster to differ |
| Account funding | $10,000 once per account | Do not assume a fresh balance every match |
| Recruit discount | 50% below level 9 | Early purchases cost less than list price |
| Free entry | Bushmaster M17S listed at $0 | Provides a low-risk recovery option |
| Parts coverage | 27 of 33 entries name part families | Compatibility varies by weapon |
For the full alpha list and the recorded weapon fields, consult the descriptive reference WARDOGS Weapons List: All 33 Weapons, Stats and Prices. Treat its figures as build-specific rather than permanent live-service values.
The most reliable general strategy is to maintain two or three purchase patterns:
- Recovery kit: Bushmaster M17S or a sidearm when cash is limited.
- Standard kit: T-21, AMP-9, or another mid-price option suited to the objective.
- Specialist kit: SKS, Mosin Nagant, SVD, or another high-value weapon reserved for a clear tactical reason.
A good WARDOGS weapons plan includes a fallback purchase. Knowing what you will use after a loss prevents a single failed life from forcing an improvised and expensive decision.
WARDOGS Weapons FAQ
Q: How many WARDOGS weapons are listed in the alpha catalogue?
The recorded Alpha 1 catalogue shows 33 weapons. Bulkhead later confirmed 37 weapons for the 2026 Early Access launch, so the alpha list should not be treated as the final roster.
Q: What is the cheapest recorded WARDOGS weapon?
The Bushmaster M17S is listed at $0 in the alpha reference. The Judge is listed at $250, the M1911 at $300, and the T-21 at $600.
Q: Does the weapon price include ammunition?
No. Weapon purchases and ammunition purchases are separate. Ammunition boxes in the recorded reference range from $10 to $250 depending on caliber.
Q: Are the parts listed for each weapon the number of attachment slots?
No. The parts field identifies compatible families such as barrels, magazines, stocks, or foregrips. It does not indicate that every listed family can be equipped at the same time.
Prices, vendor tabs, faction access, attachment costs, and income values may change between the closed alpha and later builds. Recheck the current in-game shop before committing valuable cash.