Chivalry 2 is a first-person online multiplayer action with a medieval setting that sets it apart from online shooters. The hack-and-slash nature of the game gives the chaotic brutality of this title an arcade feel that's easy to pick up for just about anyone.

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However, there is just enough skill involved with Chivalry 2's mechanics that can see seasoned fighters duel it out in some nail-biting action. Thanks to the game's classes and earnable weapons, players can create the kind of fighter they want in battle. Changing weapon loadouts isn't too complicated, and with this guide, one can easily change their loadout and class.

How To Change Weapons In Chivalry 2

The kind of weapons a warrior can use in battle correlates with their class in the game Players can choose Vanguard, Archer, Footman, and Knight. The Knight has a variety of weapons in Chivalry 2​catered to players that like the longswords, morning stars, and more. Earning experience points after participating in battles will contribute to more armor sets and weapons unlocking as the player progresses. Accessing and equipping weapons in Chivarly 2 can be done in the following ways:

Checking Weapons Before A Match

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  • On the main screen, press RB/R1 (or use a mouse on a PC) to select Armory.
  • In the Armory menu, select Customization.
  • Press RB/R1 (or use a mouse on a PC) to select Weapons.
  • In this menu, players can see their unlocked weapons and armor and change their fighter's hair, head, personality, and other details.
  • It will also inform the player how many ranks away from unlocking a weapon they are.

One can change weapons and classes during a live match. It's tactically a good idea to change classes and weapon types - like throwables in Chivalry 2 - if one style isn't working out.

Changing Weapons During A Match

  • Quick Press the D-pad (or the arrow keys on a keyboard) on a controller to cycle through a fighter's weapons.
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  • Hold down the right D-pad button (right arrow key on a keyboard) to bring up an in-game selection of weapons and traps.

Changing Classes During A Match

Changing a player's class during battle will result in a different selection of weapons.

  • Press the Start/Options button on a controller or the ESC button using a keyboard.
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  • Select Change Class.
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  • Change fighter class by pressing L1/LB and R1/R2.
  • Players can also change their sub-classes and weapon types on this screen. Unlocks will become available as the fighters level up from combat in Chivalry 2.
  • Players will change class upon a respawn.

Chivalry 2 is available now for the PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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