Discover the locations of all Assault Rifles in Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker. Get the M16A1, FAL, RPK, and more with this complete guide.
Alright, let's talk about Assault Rifles in Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker. These are your go-to for sustained fire and dealing with groups of enemies, and thankfully, you can get your hands on some pretty solid ones throughout the game. Some you'll start with, others you'll need to work for by completing specific missions or finding design specs. Let's break down where to find each one so you can gear up properly.
Here's the rundown on all the assault rifles available and how to snag them:
| Assault Rifle | Location |
| ADM63 | Extra OPS 045 (complete mission) |
| ADM65 | Outer OPS 11-14 and 29-32 |
| G11 | Extra OPS 048 (complete mission with S-rank) |
| FAL | Extra OPS 054 (Design Specs) |
| M16A1 | Initial equipment |
| M16A1 (shotgun) | Extra OPS 023 (Design Specs) |
| M16A1 (Grenade Launcher) | Extra OPS 025 (Design Specs) |
| M16A1 (Smoke GL) | Extra OPS 026 (Design Specs) |
| M653 | Extra OPS 059 (Design Specs) |
| M653 (GL) | Extra OPS 047 (Design Specs) |
| M653 (shotgun) | Extra OPS 048 (Design Specs) |
| M653 (Smoke GL) | Extra OPS 049 (Design Specs) |
| RK-47 | Extra OPS 013 (Design Specs) |
| RK-47 (GL) | Outer OPS 1-4 and 13-16 |
| RK-47 (Smoke GL) | Outer OPS 25-28 and 33-36 |
| RPK | Extra OPS 037 (Design Specs) |
| SUG | Extra OPS 047 (complete mission with S-rank) |
| Tanegashima | Get Japanese Patriot (Extra OPS 049) Extra OPS 121 and 122 (complete missions) |
| Patriot | Extra OPS 068 (Design Specs) |
Tips
- Don't forget that many of these rifles have special variants like grenade launchers or shotguns attached. Keep an eye out for those Design Specs in Extra Operations – they're crucial for unlocking these powerful modifications.
- The M16A1 is your starting point, so get familiar with it. As you progress, prioritize grabbing the Design Specs for the variants you want, especially if you need crowd control or anti-armor options.
- Completing Extra Operations with an S-rank can be tough, but it's often the key to unlocking some of the best assault rifle variants, like the G11 and SUG. If you're struggling, make sure your loadout is optimized for speed and stealth.
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