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The numbers say

Chainsaw hits harder per shot — 60 vs 40 (a 20 point gap).

On theoretical sustained DPS (damage ÷ time between shots, ignoring falloff and reload), Chainsaw comes out ahead at ~100/s vs ~67/s for Knife.

Chainsaw is the cheaper unlock (15 Keys vs 20 Keys).

Chainsaw — damage60
Knife — damage40
Chainsaw — fire rate1.7/s
Knife — fire rate1.7/s
StatChainsawKnife
Categorymeleemelee
Cost15 Keys20 Keys
Damage6040
Fire Rate0.60s0.60s
Ammo150 fuel
Reload

Chainsaw

The Chainsaw is a weapon good for close combat and rushing into people as it deals great damage. It's capable of killing enemies in 3 swings or under a second with the M2 ability. It is also good for movement, as its ability grants the user extra movement speed when the M2 button is held.

Knife

The Knife is a close-quarters Standard weapon known for its ability to one shot an opponent. It is typically effective for unexpected, sneaky attacks or finishing off opponents. Its versatility and unpredictability in various combat scenarios make it a valuable tool for players looking to outsmart their enemies in close-range encounters.

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