Destiny 2 has one of the largest arsenal of weapons among all MMOs, which may make it tricky to decide which weapon to use next. Our list of best auto rifles in Destiny 2: The Final Shape may help.
Auto rifles come in handy when fighting Guardians in the Crucible. They offer a decent fire rate, impressive TTK, and high DPS, three things that are a must when stepping into the PVP mode.
However, not all auto rifles possess these three qualities. For this reason, we have prepared a list of the top 6 auto rifles in Destiny 2 that can help you pop heads in medium to long range.
Top 6 best auto rifles in Destiny 2 PvP
Best auto rifles in Destiny 2 ranked
PvP and PvE modes are vastly different when it comes to shooting mechanics, so make sure you customize your arsenal based on what you’re playing. If you plan to spawn into the Crucible, these weapons can help you breeze past the Guardians.
6. Quicksilver Storm
- Rounds Per Minute: 720
- Range: 50
- Reload time: 1.92s
Quicksilver Storm is a versatile exotic weapon that excels in both PvE and PvP modes. With 100 stability and 83 aim assist, it offers enhanced maneuverability while dealing damage. Its exotic perk is particularly useful in clustered enemy situations, unleashing rockets that grant a grenade upon impact.
It’s a valuable asset in select PvP scenarios, with “select” being the operating word, earning it the 6th slot on our best auto rifles in the Destiny 2 list.
5. Ammit AR2
- Rounds Per Minute: 450
- Range: 61
- Reload time: 2.21s
Ammit AR2 is one of the best auto rifles you can take into Crucible, thanks to its stat-boosting perks. The weapon comes with Omolon Fluid Dynamics origin trait, which boosts its reload speed and stability for the top half of the magazine.
Perks like Incandescent and Tap the trigger can double the accuracy, which makes it a lethal weapon in long-range PvP fights.
Ammit AR2 is a top pick in the current meta since it packs more range than any other auto rifle in Destiny 2, thanks to High-Caliber Rounds.
4. Positive Outlook
- Rounds Per Minute: 450
- Range: 64
- Reload time: 2.12s
Positive Outlook is a slightly better version of Ammit AR2, which rewards you for popping heads. It has a long list of perks, but Zen Movement and Destabilizing Rounds are worth mentioning. The two perks combined can help you gain accuracy with reduced flinch as you deal damage.
With Kill Clip, you gain 25% increased damage after a kill for 5 whole seconds, which can mean a lot when things get dicey in the PvP mode.
3. Origin Story
- Rounds Per Minute: 450
- Range: 59
- Reload time: 2.1s
Origin Story is an excellent weapon for Guardians who like to get up close and personal with enemies. Combine Dynamic Sway Reduction or Zen Moment perks to stay stable in close range and boost damage.
While this weapon has a decent reload time, you can get back into the battle quicker with the Keep Away perk, reducing reload time and granting accuracy in a pinch.
2. Rufus’s Fury
- Rounds Per Minute: 720
- Range: 34
- Reload time: 1.99s
With an incredible 82 aim assistance, Rufus’s Fury can be a great weapon for beginners if they are willing to master perks, which are plenty. This auto rifle allows for stability on the move with Perpetual Motion.
However, if you’re more of a stationary sharpshooter, the combination of Reconstruction and Tap the Trigger is equally rewarding. The former helps reload the weapon without manual action, whereas the latter grants accuracy.
1. Khvostov 7G-0X
- Rounds Per Minute: 600
- Range: 47
- Reload time: 1.55s
Khvostov is relatively new for The Final Shape players, but original Destiny fans would immediately recognize this deadly weapon. While it’s slightly tricky to claim, this auto rifle is worth the grind for its high damage output, which is also available in Legendary Rarity. But if you manage to unlock the Exotic version, Khvostov can make you unstoppable in PvP.
The Right Choice perk allows every seventh bullet fired to deal extra damage and ricochet to nearby targets. If that’s not enough, the Eyes Up perk enhances the ricochet effect, which means more enemies tenderized. With the Shoot to Loot perk, you can reload all your weapons in the reserve, making it an excellent pick for fast-paced players.
All of these weapons are cut out to take down Guardians in PvP, but if you’re confident enough, don’t hesitate to pick up The Riposte or Nechrochams, which are also some of the best auto rifles in Destiny 2 but are more well-suited to PvE mode.
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