Warhammer Survivors Evolutions

Warhammer Survivors Evolutions

Find any weapon evolution in seconds: pick a weapon or power-up and see what it evolves into. Recipes are from the October 2026 demo, checked against player reports. Last updated 2026-10-24.

Showing 11 of 11 evolutions · 0 / 11 unlocked

  • Warhammer 40,000
    ChainswordTape MeasureEviscerator Chainsword
  • Warhammer 40,000
    LasgunGauntletMeltagun
  • Warhammer 40,000
    BoltgunDice CubeHeavy Bolter
    • Dice Cube: Adds extra attacks (more projectiles).
  • Warhammer 40,000
    Whirlwind BatteryLiquid Green StuffOrbital Bombardment
    • Changed in the October demo: the May demo used the Tape Measure.
  • Warhammer 40,000
    Frag GrenadesBandolierRipper Pistol
    • Bandolier: Reduces weapon cooldown.
    • Unlock: Finish a run with the Boltgun at level 4 or higher.
    • Gives you the Ripper Pistol as a new weapon; it does not take a weapon slot. Unlock the Bandolier first (Boltgun to level 4 in a run).
  • Age of Sigmar
    Tempest AxesSabatonWhirlwind Axes
    • Sabaton: Increases movement speed.
  • Age of Sigmar
    Nebulous Sea-FogBugman's TankardAquatic Illusions
    • Bugman's Tankard: Heals you over time.
    • Changed in the October demo: the May demo used Glue.
  • Age of Sigmar
    Boltstorm PistolDice CubeTyphoon Crossbow
    • Dice Cube: Adds extra attacks (more projectiles).
    • Changed in the October demo: the May demo used the Lightning Bolt.
  • Age of Sigmar
    Brazier StaffLiquid Green StuffMaster of Runes
  • Age of Sigmar
    Rope & GrapnelWhite DwarfGhost of Rhea
    • White Dwarf: Increases experience gained.
    • Gives you Ghost of Rhea as a new weapon; it does not take a weapon slot.
  • Both universes
    Nuln OilHourglassMordant Earth

Warhammer Survivors evolution chart

The complete evolution list for the current demo, in one table.

WeaponPower-upEvolutionUniverse
ChainswordTape MeasureEviscerator Chainsword40K
LasgunGauntletMeltagun40K
BoltgunDice CubeHeavy Bolter40K
Whirlwind BatteryLiquid Green StuffOrbital Bombardment40K
Frag GrenadesBandolierRipper Pistol40K
Tempest AxesSabatonWhirlwind AxesAge of Sigmar
Nebulous Sea-FogBugman's TankardAquatic IllusionsAge of Sigmar
Boltstorm PistolDice CubeTyphoon CrossbowAge of Sigmar
Brazier StaffLiquid Green StuffMaster of RunesAge of Sigmar
Rope & GrapnelWhite DwarfGhost of RheaAge of Sigmar
Nuln OilHourglassMordant EarthBoth

How to evolve weapons in Warhammer Survivors

  1. Pick up the weapon and its paired power-up during the same run. Each evolution needs one specific power-up (see the chart).
  2. Level the weapon to its maximum level.
  3. Defeat a boss and open the chest it drops. The chest offers the evolution.
  4. Two evolutions, the Ripper Pistol and Ghost of Rhea, give you a new weapon instead of replacing the old one, and they don't use a weapon slot.

Some power-ups must be unlocked first. The Bandolier, for example, only appears after you finish a run with the Boltgun at level 4 or higher.

Weapons with no evolution (demo)

These weapons cannot evolve in the October 2026 demo, so don't spend a run looking for a recipe: Power Fist, Greatblade, Dice.

What changed from the May demo

If an old guide gives you a different recipe, it is probably from the first demo in May 2026.

WeaponMay demoOctober demo
Whirlwind BatteryTape MeasureLiquid Green Stuff
Nebulous Sea-FogGlueBugman's Tankard
Boltstorm PistolLightning BoltDice Cube

Champions in the demo

Your champion decides your starting weapon, so it decides which evolution you can aim for first.

  • Malum Caedo

    Warhammer 40,000

  • Trooper Kozlowski

    Warhammer 40,000

    Starts with: Lasgun

  • The Legend of Catachan

    Warhammer 40,000

    Starts with: Frag Grenades

    Moves faster than other champions; unlocks the Ripper Pistol.

  • Neave Blacktalon

    Age of Sigmar

  • Auric Runemaster Ulgromthier

    Age of Sigmar

    Starts with: Brazier Staff

    Starts with a higher health pool.

  • Lyssa Revenya

    Age of Sigmar

    Starts with: Rope & Grapnel

    The grapnel restrains enemies and often kills weaker foes outright.

FAQ

How do you evolve weapons in Warhammer Survivors?

Level the weapon to its maximum level while you also hold its paired power-up, then open a chest dropped by a boss. The chest offers the evolution. Players on the Steam forums describe it the same way as Vampire Survivors.

How many evolutions are in the Warhammer Survivors demo?

The October 2026 demo has 11 weapon evolutions: 5 for Warhammer 40,000, 5 for Age of Sigmar and 1 (Nuln Oil + Hourglass into Mordant Earth) that works in both universes.

Which weapons do not evolve?

In the October demo the Power Fist (40K), the Greatblade (Age of Sigmar) and the Dice have no evolution.

How do I get the Bandolier for the Ripper Pistol?

Finish a run with the Boltgun at level 4 or higher. That unlocks the Bandolier, which then appears as a power-up on level-up. Frag Grenades plus the Bandolier evolve into the Ripper Pistol.

Did the evolutions change from the first demo?

Yes. Three recipes changed between the May and October 2026 demos: the Whirlwind Battery, the Nebulous Sea-Fog and the Boltstorm Pistol now need different power-ups. See the table on this page.

Will the full game have more evolutions?

Yes, the full game launches on November 10, 2026 with over 40 champions and 75+ weapons, so expect many more recipes. This page will be updated from the launch build.

Waiting for the full game? See the Warhammer Survivors release date, price and platforms.

Sources

We only list a recipe when an official source, or at least two independent player reports, agree. Last checked 2026-10-24. Found a mistake? Tell us.