There were, but only peacekeepers had them. I think they're not a part of the larger Panem, because guns are an equalizer of sorts, so that's bad for the capitol. read more
The hunger games is set in the not too distant future, and as shown in the war and form the Peacekeepers there are guns available in the world of Panem. However, guns are not used in the Hunger Games because those watching the film like to see the action, the pain they go through (practitioner Artaud portrayed the secret satisfaction of people wanting to see others in pain). read more
Weapons are mentioned many times in The Hunger Games trilogy and used by many characters, especially during the actual Hunger Games event. At the beginning of every Games, weapons are among the principle supplies found at the Cornucopia, and are initially acquired during the bloodbath. read more
10. Girls will be spoilt – there’re two hot guys. Just because Katniss didn’t make the most of two guys doesn’t mean all you girls reading this can’t enjoy some eye candy. There’s the dreamy Peeta Mellark. read more