SubCargo Tier Lists
Alpha meta rankings for weapons and tools—updated as DeltaCore patches balance and prices.
Credit spending in SubCargo’s Roblox alpha punishes guesswork. One run can fund a Gepard SMG at Krakken’s Arsenal or a welder from the Underforge—or waste dollars on gear that overlaps with loot you were about to dive for. This hub collects S/A/B tier rankings for the current alpha meta against Larry, flooded rooms, and delivery pressure. Rankings reflect community testing and in-game shop data; they will shift as DeltaCore patches weapons, tools, and structure loot tables.
SubCargo has not fully released—treat every tier as alpha advice, not permanent meta law.
How we rank items
We score gear on:
- Combat value vs Larry — time-to-kill, ammo pressure, friendly-fire risk
- Run survival — repairs, fire control, flooding cleanup
- Economy — price vs reward from deliveries and structure dives
- Crew utility — tools that help 2+ player teams coordinate
Cosmetics and meme purchases rank lower unless they hide gameplay value—which is rare in alpha.
Split tier lists on this wiki
Detailed rankings live on dedicated pages so you can link teammates mid-run:
- Weapons Tier List — PPS Pistol, Gepard SMG, APS, submarine mortar and machine gun, plus upcoming Gepard Mod
- Tools & Gear Tier List — welder, wrench, spraygun, fire extinguisher, scrap collector, mop, oxygen, flare, diving suit
This hub summarizes philosophy; sub-pages carry stat notes, shop locations, and tier tables.
Shop locations matter
Handheld guns (except the welder when used as a weapon) come from Krakken’s Arsenal. Maintenance tools and the mop line come from the Underforge at docks. Some gear also appears in structure loot—wrecked subs, labs, and drilling sites—so tier lists note when buying is optional if your diver already grabbed one.
Friendly fire and crew coordination
Assuming friendly fire is enabled, high DPS weapons demand trigger discipline. A top-tier SMG is wasted if you mag-dump into a teammate during a Larry boarding. Tier lists therefore weigh control alongside raw damage.
Larry as the baseline threat
Larry encounters drive many weapon tiers. Handheld guns dealing 20–30 entity damage translate to roughly 10–15 pistol shots or sub-second SMG bursts depending on spread and reloads. Submarine mortar and machine gun stations handle broader threats but require crew members to stay on stations instead of diving.
When to upgrade vs save credits
Early alpha crews should secure repair and flood tools before chasing luxury guns. A welder fixes hull breaches in about 11 seconds per wall panel from 0% to 100% when used correctly—often saving the run cheaper than a premature APS purchase.
Mid-run, upgrade to Gepard SMG if Larry pressure is constant. Save APS purchases for confirmed combat roles once team economy stabilizes.
Patch awareness
Alpha 0.2.x introduced APS pricing at $2120 and expanded structure loot like data chips. Future patches may add Gepard Mod stats currently marked TBA. Watch Updates Hub and revisit sub-pages after major balance notes.
How to use these lists mid-run
When your crew docks with limited credits, open the relevant sub-page and buy in this order: repair tools that prevent a wipe, then a reliable handheld for Larry, then luxury DPS. Cross-check Dock Shops so you do not walk to the wrong vendor, and keep the Crew Checklist open so someone still watches ballast while shopping.
If two players want the same high-tier gun, prioritize the assigned gunner and give the engineer a welder and extinguisher instead. Meta rankings fail when nobody is left to fix the hull Larry just chewed.
Related guides
Tier lists pair with walkthroughs:
- Guides Hub — mechanics deeper than rankings
- Getting Started — first credits and role basics
- Codes Hub — spending paths when no promo codes exist
- Beat Larry — why combat tiers matter on live runs
Related pages
- Weapons Tier List — handheld and submarine weapons ranked
- Tools & Gear Tier List — Underforge tools and dive loot ranked
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for SubCargo crews in Roblox alpha.
Is this tier list official?
No. It is a fan wiki ranking based on alpha testing and shop stats. DeltaCore may rebalance items without notice.
What should I buy first in alpha?
Usually core tools—welder and wrench—from the Underforge, then a PPS Pistol or Gepard SMG if Larry is common on your route.
Do submarine weapons outrank handheld guns?
They serve different roles. Mortar and machine gun excel when a crew member can stay on station; divers still need handheld options.
How often will tiers change?
After major patches affecting damage, prices, or loot tables. Revisit Weapons and Tools pages when Updates notes balance changes.