All Weapon & Attachment Locations in RE9
Looking for every RE9 weapon location in Resident Evil 9: Requiem? This guide covers every firearm, melee weapon, and attachment you can find throughout the game. Knowing all RE9 weapon locations lets you build the most powerful loadout possible and ensures you are prepared for every boss encounter and combat scenario. From the starting Handgun to the devastating Magnum, here is where to find them all.
Weapons in RE9 are found through story progression, exploration, puzzle solving, and the Parlor exchange system. Some weapons are unmissable, while others require careful exploration or spending antique coins. This guide organizes every weapon by the area where you first encounter it.
💡Weapon Upgrades from Mr. Raccoon
Destroying all 25 Mr. Raccoon statues unlocks Level 3 weapon upgrades at the workbench. Check our Mr. Raccoon locations guide to unlock maximum weapon potential.
All Weapons in RE9
| Weapon | Type | Where to Find | Missable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| M19 Handgun | Pistol | Wrenwood Hotel (story) | No |
| Hatchet | Melee | Wrenwood Hotel basement | No |
| W870 Shotgun | Shotgun | Rhodes Hill Church | No |
| Requiem Revolver | Handgun | Care Center (Organless Corpse puzzle) | Yes |
| 990-TAC Shotgun | Shotgun | Parlor (5 antique coins) | Yes |
| Magnum | Magnum | RPD Evidence Room | No |
| PVD Barrel | Attachment | Underground Vault (Recessed Panel puzzle) | Yes |
Weapon Details by Area
Wrenwood Hotel Weapons
M19 Handgun — Your starting weapon, acquired automatically during the opening cutscene of the Wrenwood Hotel chapter. This reliable sidearm has decent damage and accuracy. It remains useful throughout the entire game when upgraded at workbenches.
Hatchet — Found in the Wrenwood Hotel basement during the first exploration section. The Hatchet is on the workbench next to the fuse box. This melee weapon conserves ammunition and deals solid damage at close range. It has limited durability but can be repaired at workbenches.
📝Hatchet Durability
The Hatchet breaks after approximately 15 strikes. Always keep a backup weapon ready. Repair it at any workbench using scrap metal (2 units per repair). On Insanity difficulty, the Hatchet breaks after only 10 strikes.
Rhodes Hill Weapons
W870 Shotgun — Located in the Rhodes Hill Church, leaning against the wall in the vestry behind the altar. You can access it as soon as you reach Rhodes Hill. The W870 is the standard shotgun and excels at close-range crowd control. It pairs well with the Shotgun Stock attachment from Safe #2.
Care Center Weapons
Requiem Revolver — This powerful handgun is the reward for solving the organless corpse puzzle in the Care Center medical wing. It deals nearly double the damage of the M19 Handgun per shot but has a slower fire rate and smaller magazine. The Requiem Revolver is optional but highly recommended for boss fights.
990-TAC Shotgun — Available for purchase at the Parlor in the Care Center courtyard for 5 antique coins. The 990-TAC has a faster fire rate than the W870 and slightly less damage per pellet, but its semi-automatic action makes it superior in fast-paced encounters.
Raccoon City Weapons
Magnum — Found in the RPD Evidence Room on the weapon rack behind the evidence shelves. You need to solve a small lock puzzle on the rack (combination: L-R-L-R pattern) to release it. The Magnum is the highest single-shot damage weapon in RE9 but ammunition is extremely scarce. Save it for boss fights and mini-boss encounters.
Underground / ARK Weapons
PVD Barrel — This shotgun attachment is located inside the sealed vault behind the recessed panel puzzle in the underground tunnels. It increases shotgun damage by 20% and is the best attachment for the W870. Solving the recessed panel puzzle before entering ARK is strongly recommended.
All Weapon Attachments
In addition to the weapons themselves, RE9 features attachments found in safes, puzzle rewards, and exploration. Here is a complete list:
| Attachment | Effect | Where to Find |
|---|---|---|
| Extended Handgun Magazine | +4 handgun capacity | Safe #1 (Wrenwood Hotel) |
| Shotgun Stock | +15% stability, -10% recoil | Safe #2 (Rhodes Hill Church) |
| PVD Barrel | +20% shotgun damage | Recessed Panel Vault |
| Handgun Suppressor | Silenced shots (reduced detection) | Care Center 2F locked room |
| Red Dot Sight | Improved aiming precision | RPD Armory locker |
| Magnum Speed Loader | Faster reload for Magnum | ARK Server Room desk |
Weapon Upgrade System
Weapons can be upgraded at workbenches found throughout the game. Upgrades require Lei (currency) and improve stats such as damage, reload speed, and magazine capacity. There are three upgrade levels for each stat:
- Level 1: Available from the start at any workbench
- Level 2: Unlocked after reaching Raccoon City (Chapter 5+)
- Level 3: Unlocked by destroying all 25 Mr. Raccoon statues
Level 3 upgrades significantly boost weapon performance and are essential for Insanity difficulty. Make finding all Mr. Raccoon locations a priority if you plan to tackle the hardest mode.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I miss any weapons permanently?
The Requiem Revolver, 990-TAC Shotgun, and PVD Barrel are missable during normal progression. The Requiem Revolver and PVD Barrel can be obtained later via chapter select. The 990-TAC is only available at the Parlor during Rhodes Hill — if you do not buy it there, you miss it for that playthrough.
Do weapons carry over in New Game Plus?
Yes. All weapons and attachments carry over to New Game Plus, along with their upgrade levels. This makes subsequent playthroughs significantly easier and is one of the main incentives for collecting every weapon on your first run.
What is the best weapon in RE9?
For raw damage, the Magnum is unmatched. For general use, the fully upgraded M19 Handgun or Requiem Revolver provides the best balance of damage, accuracy, and ammo availability. The W870 Shotgun with PVD Barrel is the strongest close-range option. Check our best weapons tips for detailed tier rankings.
Where is the best place to farm ammo?
There is no ammo farming in RE9 — item spawns are fixed per playthrough. Craft ammunition using gunpowder at workbenches. Prioritize the antique coin Stabilizer upgrade from the Parlor to reduce wasted shots.
With all RE9 weapon and attachment locations mapped, you can build the ultimate loadout for any difficulty. Next, track down the 75 file locations for the Case Closed trophy, or check our BSAA container guide for more collectibles.