Energy Rifle vs Permafrost
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The numbers say
Energy Rifle hits harder per shot — 20 vs 14 (a 6 point gap).
Energy Rifle is the cheaper unlock (425 Keys, Energy Bundle vs 700 Keys).
| Stat | Energy Rifle | Permafrost |
|---|---|---|
| Category | primary | primary |
| Cost | 425 Keys, Energy Bundle | 700 Keys |
| Damage | 20 | 14 per bullet (2-round burst) |
| Fire Rate | 0.30s | Burst |
| Ammo | ∞ | — |
| Reload | — | — |
Energy Rifle
The Energy Rifle is a slightly slow automatic weapon that fires energy beams that bounce off walls. It serves as a somewhat oppressive weapon with its relatively short cooldown and infinite ammo.
Prime rarity.
Permafrost
The Permafrost is a submachine gun that fires in a 2-round burst. Its bullets slow down enemies, making it very useful for closing distances.
Contraband rarity. On-hit slow (up to -50% move speed) and a freeze ability. Full stat sheet (reload, magazine, range) not yet confirmed from an official source — flagged for follow-up.