- Into The Hive weapon guide: Pick loadouts by damage, crowd-clearing, and run stage.
- Weapon categories: Guns, defensive turrets, and throwables each fill distinct roles.
- Upgrade priority: Spend Equipment Tokens on weapon damage first for the fastest power spike.
- Augment synergy: Damage and fire-rate Augments form the strongest all-round DPS setup.
- Extraction rule: Loot only counts if you extract alive — never greed with a weak loadout.
Weapon Categories in Into The Hive
Into The Hive is a 1–4 player co-op PvE extraction shooter on Roblox where you descend into procedurally generated caves, fight insect swarms, and extract with your rewards. Your loadout decides whether a run ends in a clean extraction or a wipe. Every weapon falls into one of three categories: primary firearms, defensive turrets, and throwables.
Firearms
- Primary damage source
- Scales with damage and fire-rate Augments
- Best for all-round combat and bossing
Defensive Turrets
- Sustained automatic fire
- Excellent crowd control at chokepoints
- Ideal for covering flanks during objectives
Throwables
- Burst area damage
- Emergency swarm breakers
- Great backup when ammo runs low
Always carry at least one crowd-clearing option and one single-target damage option. Swarms punish players who can only do one or the other.
Into The Hive Weapons Tier List
The tier list below grades weapon categories by damage output, crowd-clearing power, and fit across run stages. Note that exact per-weapon damage numbers still require in-game testing — treat category rankings as a reliable framework, not verified stats.
| Tier | Category | Damage | Crowd Clear | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | High-damage assault rifles | Very High | Strong | All-round combat, bossing, every wave stage |
| A | Upgraded defensive turrets | High (sustained) | Excellent | Holding chokepoints, covering flanks |
| B | Area-effect throwables | Burst High | Good | Emergency swarm control, breaking clusters |
| C | Starter weapons | Low | Weak | Early waves before earning better gear |
The developer ships balance updates regularly. A weapon that dominates today may be tuned next patch — check the official Roblox game page for the latest changes before committing tokens to an upgrade.
Matching Weapons With Augments
Augments are passive upgrades purchased with Equipment Tokens, and the right pairing multiplies your weapon's effectiveness. Match your Augment investment to your weapon category.
| Weapon Build | Best Augments | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Assault rifle / high-DPS | Damage + Fire Rate | Maximum sustained DPS, fast wave clears |
| Turret defense | Utility + Survivability | Long-lasting anchor that holds chokepoints |
| Frontline brawler | Survivability + Damage | Tank hits while dealing heavy damage |
| Support player | Utility + team revive boosts | Faster revives, stronger team defense |
Damage Augments
Increase raw damage and burst potential. Shortens time-to-kill on tough enemies and brood-type defenders. Pair with fire-rate Augments for the strongest all-round setup.
Survivability Augments
Boost health, resistance, and healing. Essential for frontline squad members drawing swarm attention while teammates deal damage.
Spend your first Equipment Tokens on weapon damage upgrades. Faster kills mean fewer insects on you at once, which directly reduces incoming damage and makes every later run safer and more profitable.
Squad Loadouts by Run Phase
In co-op runs of 1–4 players, loadouts should shift with the phase of the run. Split roles so your team covers crowd control, burst damage, and support at all times.
| Run Phase | Threat Level | Recommended Focus | Key Tactic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early waves | Low | Starter weapons, ammo conservation | Headshot workers, save throwables |
| Objective push | Medium | Rifles + turrets at chokepoints | Focus fire on nests, not spawns |
| Swarm event | Extreme | Throwables + turret anchors | Pre-pick a defensive room, rotate fire |
| Extraction hold | High | Full loadout, saved ammo | Treat the wait like a mini swarm event |
Assign Squad Roles
One player handles crowd control, another focuses burst damage and bossing, and the rest cover revives and support. In solo play, bring one weapon from each damage type.
Clear Nests Before Farming Kills
Nests spawn enemies endlessly until destroyed. Kill the source, not the symptoms — focus all team fire on the nest for the biggest Token payout per run.
Pre-Position Turrets Before Swarm Events
Set turrets at chokepoints before a swarm triggers. An upgraded turret holding a narrow tunnel can carry an entire wave while your team conserves ammo.
Save Throwables for the Extraction Hold
Extraction is not instant, and pressure escalates while you wait. Bank area-effect throwables for this moment instead of spending them on trash mobs.
Extract Conservatively
Dying loses the current run's haul. Short, safe extraction loops beat one long greedy run — repeat them to bank Tokens for stronger gear.
Tokens banked from previous successful extractions are safe, but everything earned on the current run is lost if you die. After a wipe, re-equip with cheap starter gear and rebuild through shallow runs.
Loadout Preparation Checklist
Before Every Run:
- Equip one crowd-clear and one single-target weapon
- Apply damage and fire-rate Augments to your main gun
- Carry at least two area-effect throwables
- Plan turret placement for likely chokepoints
- Identify your squad role before dropping in
Weapon Guide FAQ
Q: What is the best weapon type in Into The Hive?
High-damage assault rifles are the strongest all-round pick, grading S-tier for damage and crowd-clearing. They perform well in every wave stage, from early mobs to bossing. Turrets and throwables complement them rather than replace them.
Q: Are defensive turrets worth the Equipment Tokens?
Yes. Upgraded turrets are A-tier, providing sustained automatic fire that excels at holding chokepoints and covering flanks. They are especially valuable in 3–4 player squads during swarm events and the extraction hold.
Q: Which weapon upgrades should I buy first?
Weapon damage first, always. Faster kills mean fewer enemies attacking you at once, which reduces damage taken and improves run safety. Armor and mobility upgrades come next as mid-game investments.
Q: Do I lose my weapons if I die in the hive?
You lose the gear and loot you brought on that run, but Equipment Tokens banked from previous successful extractions are safe. This is why conservative extraction loops outperform risky deep pushes while you are still building your arsenal.