Destiny 2 Best PvP Weapons Today (Episode 1 Meta)

As you get more invested in Destiny 2, one of the first questions you’ll have is: What are the best weapons in the game?

And that’s not an easy question to answer, as it depends on whether you’re interested in PvP or PvE, casual or endgame content, etc. Today, we’ll focus on the best PvP weapons right now. We’ll cover both Exotic and Legendary weapons (including their PvP god rolls) and give you an overview of the current PvP meta.

Updated as of Episode 1: Echoes. See Updates.

Best PvP Primary weapons

In this section, we cover the best Primary PvP weapons. And by Primary, we mean either Energy or Kinetic weapons that use Primary ammo. Just remember Primary weapons use “normal” ammo, aka, white ammo boxes:

Weapons	Type	Ammo?	Slot	Requirements	In loot pool?	Source	Source ❘ DLC	Verdict	Part of?
Khvostov 7G-0X Auto Rifle	Auto Rifle	Primary	Kinetic	The Final Shape	Yes	The Pale Heart	The Pale Heart The Final Shape	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Every seventh bullet from this weapon deals additional damage and ricochets to nearby targets. Features the Shoot to Loot perk." ► The Khvostov is absolutely bonkers in both PvE and PvP. In PvE, it's one of the best ad-clearing primaries in the game and also comes with Shoot to Loot, making it incredibly fluid to use. In PvP, it's extremely powerful when dueling and can score random kills around corners thanks to its ricocheting bullets, making it outrageously oppressive in PvP.	PVE,PVP
The Riposte Auto Rifle	Auto Rifle	Primary	Energy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Crucible Competitive	Crucible Competitive Free-to-Play	Slot: Void | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Lightweight PvP God Roll: Zen Moment + Dynamic Sway Reduction (also good: Target Lock) ► On paper, The Riposte is arguably the best Auto Rifle in the game, with very high handling, stability, and a decent amount of range. Plus, it features a plethora of strong perks and also benefits from being the only Legendary Lightweight Auto Rifle in the game.	PVP
Red Death Reformed Pulse Rifle	Pulse Rifle	Primary	Energy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Season Pass	Season Pass Free-to-Play	Slot: Solar | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Final blows with this weapon cure you and increase reload speed; reloading after final blows cures nearby allies. When you deal damage with this weapon, it gains increased handling, takes reduced flinch, and movement speed is increased for a short time. When you are at reduced health, this weapon deals additional damage." ► Red Death is one of the nicest feeling weapons in D2, mainly thanks to the recent Pulse Rifle buffs. Plus, Red Death's "Redemption" perk providing Cure x2 on kills means it is almost impossible to die when slaying out in PvE. In PvP, it is very stable and can two burst enemies. Its health regen will also save you every so often.	PVE,PVP
Igneous Hammer Hand Cannon	Hand Cannon	Primary	Energy	The Final Shape	Yes	Trials of Osiris	Trials of Osiris The Final Shape	Slot: Solar | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Aggressive PvE God Roll: Rapid Hit (also good: Outlaw) + Rampage ► Igneous Hammer definitely isn't as popular as it was when it was first released, but the weapon still sees use in all areas of the game. With excellent stats and some top-tier perks on its side, Igneous continues to be one of the better 120 RPM hand cannons available.	PVP
Thorn Hand Cannon	Hand Cannon	Primary	Kinetic	Forsaken Pack	Yes	Exotic Kiosk	Exotic Kiosk Forsaken Pack	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Rounds pierce targets and deal damage over time. Kills leave behind Remnants which, when absorbed, increase damage." ► Thorn has rocketed right back into the meta with the release of its Exotic Catalyst. This catalyst provides practically everything: Range, Mobility, Handling, and Stability upon a single kill, or absorbing a remnant. This allows for constant kill-chaining and lets good players take over any lobby.	PVP
Elsie's Rifle Pulse Rifle	Pulse Rifle	Primary	Energy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Onslaught Activity	Onslaught Activity Free-to-Play	Slot: Void | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: High-Impact PvP God Roll: Zen Moment or Keep Away + Headseeker PvE God Roll: Repulsor Brace or Feeding Frenzy + Desperate Measures or Destabilizing Rounds ► Elsie’s Rifle is an extremely powerful pulse rifle inside of the Crucible. It’s got slightly less range than The Messenger, but outside of that? Elsie has it beat. Add on the several stat boosting perks it can roll with, and you’ve got a perfect energy slot contender to The Messenger.	PVP
Ace of Spades Hand Cannon	Hand Cannon	Primary	Kinetic	Forsaken Pack	Yes	Exotic Kiosk	Exotic Kiosk Forsaken Pack	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Precision kills increase reload speed and cause the target to explode. Reloading after a kill increases damage. Grants radar while aiming down sights." ► Arguably the best 140 RPM hand cannon in the game, Ace of Spades has a lot to offer. With excellent base stats and some of the best perks around, namely Momento Mori, which is like Kill Clip on steroids and the ability to see your radar while zoomed in, this weapon has a bit of everything.	PVP
Rose Hand Cannon	Hand Cannon	Primary	Kinetic	Free-to-Play	Yes	Playlist: Crucible	Playlist: Crucible Free-to-Play	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Lightweight PvP God Rolls: Moving Target + Explosive Payload (also good: Eye of the Storm) ► Rose was a reward from competitive PvP, so it makes sense that it's a monster in The Crucible. The weapon has absurd stats and perks that allow it to rocket past its competition. Sure, it's harder to obtain than other options, but this grind is easily worth it if you're an avid Crucible player.	PVP
Hawkmoon Hand Cannon	Hand Cannon	Primary	Kinetic	Beyond Light Pack	Yes	Xûr	Xûr Beyond Light Pack	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Final blows and precision hits with Hawkmoon grant stacks of Paracausal Charge. The final round in the magazine deals bonus damage based on the number of stacks. Stowing Hawkmoon on the final round removes this bonus." ► Hawkmoon is one of the strongest Exotic Hand Cannons in PvP. It can consistently 2-tap (and even 1-tap) opposing Guardians, provided you are accurate enough. In the hands of an experienced player, Hawkmoon is definitely something to fear.	PVP
Shayura's Wrath Submachine Gun	Submachine Gun	Primary	Energy	The Final Shape	Yes	Trials of Osiris	Trials of Osiris The Final Shape	Slot: Void | Ammo: Primary | Archetype: Precision PvE God Roll: Repulsor Brace + Kill Clip (also good: Destabilizing Rounds) PvP God Roll: Killing Wind + Kill Clip ► While chasing Shayura's Wrath is no longer the no-brainer it used to be, the weapon still excels all throughout the game. From complimenting a Void build to helping you excel in The Crucible, this is one of the more well-rounded options out there.	PVP

Best PvP Special weapons

In this section, we cover the best Special PVP weapons. And by Special, we mean either kinetic or Energy weapons that use Special ammo. If you sometimes get confused between Energy and Special weapons, just remember, Special weapons use “Special” ammo, aka green ammo boxes:

Weapons	Type	Ammo?	Slot	Requirements	In loot pool?	Source	Source ❘ DLC	Verdict	Part of?
Matador 64 Shotgun	Shotgun	Special	Energy	30th Anniversary	Yes	Grasp of Avarice Dungeon	Grasp of Avarice Dungeon 30th Anniversary	Slot: Arc | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Precision PvP God Roll: Perpetual Motion + Opening Shot (also good: Killing Wind) ► Matador 64 is one of the best Shotguns in the game. Being part of the Precision Frame family gives it a boost, but its excellent perks bring it the extra mile, with Opening Shot and Perpetual Motion both being high-value perks.	PVP
Conditional Finality Shotgun	Shotgun	Special	Kinetic	Lightfall	Yes	Root of Nightmares Raid	Root of Nightmares Raid Lightfall	Slot: Stasis | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Dual barrels split into Stasis and Solar damage. Landing nearly all Stasis pellets will freeze targets; landing nearly all Solar pellets will ignite targets." ► Conditional Finality is the Shotgun to use in PvE and PvP. With incredibly high utility everywhere in the game, Conditional Finality is a must-have weapon in the current meta.	PVE,PVP
Mercurial Overreach Sniper Rifle	Sniper Rifle	Special	Energy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Crucible Competitive	Crucible Competitive Free-to-Play	Slot: Arc | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Adaptive PvP God Roll: Snapshot Sights (also good: Discord) + Opening Shot (also good: Moving Target) ► Mercurial Overreach is a beast in The Crucible. With great stats, solid and unique perks, and a clean scope, it's no wonder why Guardians are beginning to prefer this over Beloved.	PVP
The Chaperone Shotgun	Shotgun	Special	Kinetic	Beyond Light Pack	Yes	Exotic Quest	Exotic Quest Beyond Light Pack	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Fires a single-slug precision round. Precision kills briefly grant bonus handling, range, and precision damage with this weapon." ► It certainly requires more skill than your average pellet shotgun, but in the right hands, The Chaperone is the deadliest shotgun in the entire game. Because of its excellent base stats and Precision-slug frame, The Chaperone has the longest one-hit kill distance of any shotgun in the game, provided you can hit your headshots.	PVP
Cloudstrike Sniper Rifle	Sniper Rifle	Special	Energy	Beyond Light Pack	Yes	Exotic Quest	Exotic Quest Beyond Light Pack	Slot: Arc | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Precision final blows generate a lightning bolt at the target's location. Rapid precision hits create a lightning storm at the point of impact." ► While Cloudstrike is noticeably weaker and less popular than it was at release, the weapon continues to be a solid pick in both PvE and PvP. Most scenarios do call on you to utilize a different exotic, but if you have an open slot, Cloudstrike won't let you down.	PVP,PVE
Someday Shotgun	Shotgun	Special	Kinetic	The Final Shape	Yes	The Pale Heart	The Pale Heart The Final Shape	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Precision PvE God Roll: Elemental Capacitor + Opening Shot ► Someday is shaping up to be one of the best shotguns for PvP right now. As a Kinetic Precision frame shotgun, it may be able to secure those clutch headshot kills from a greater distance than other shotgun archetypes.	PVP
Felwinter's Lie Shotgun	Shotgun	Special	Energy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Exotic Kiosk	Exotic Kiosk Free-to-Play	Slot: Solar | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Aggressive PvP Preferred Perks: Surplus + Opening Shot (also good: Slideshot) ► Felwinter's Lie is in a better spot than it used to be, but some of the best Precision Shotguns still outclass it. But as an easy-to-acquire weapon with a fixed roll, Felwinter's Lie is a solid backup while you find a better alternative.	PVP
Forerunner Sidearm	Sidearm	Special	Kinetic	Free-to-Play	Yes	Exotic Quest	Exotic Quest Free-to-Play	Slot: Kinetic | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Exotic Exotic Perk: "Fires full auto with increased rate of fire. Deals increased precision damage to unshielded targets. Tapping the trigger gives it less recoil and improves accuracy." ► Forerunner is incredibly powerful in both PvE and PvP. Based on usage, Forerunner doesn't seem that good, but in PvP, it is incredibly frustrating to play against. In PvE, it can easily take care of high-priortiy enemies like Tormentors, making it an outstanding option all-around.	PVP
Fractethyst Shotgun	Shotgun	Special	Kinetic	Free-to-Play	Yes	Xûr	Xûr Free-to-Play	Slot: Stasis | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Precision PvP God Roll: Quickdraw (also good: Slideshot) + Opening Shot ► As Precision Shotguns are clearly at the top of the Shotgun meta right now, some will argue that Fractethyst is the best PvP Shotgun in the game. Excellent base stats and top-tier perks make Fractethyst a sought-after weapon among PvP players.	PVP
Beloved Sniper Rifle	Sniper Rifle	Special	Energy	Beyond Light Pack	Yes	Presage	Presage Beyond Light Pack	Slot: Solar | Ammo: Special | Archetype: Adaptive PvP God Roll: Snapshot Sights + Moving Target (also good: Quickdraw) ► Arguably the community's favorite legendary sniper in the entire franchise, this "beloved" weapon is back and better than ever before. With low zoom, high aim assist, the ability to be crafted, and Snapshot Sights, it's no wonder Beloved is so popular in PVP.	PVP

Best PvP Heavy weapons

In this section, we cover the best Heavy PVP weapons, also known as Power weapons. Unlike Primary and Special weapons that can be in either the Kinetic or Energy slots, Heavy weapons can only be in the Heavy slot. In other words, we’re talking about the weapons that use “heavy” ammo, aka, purple ammo boxes:

Weapons	Type	Ammo?	Slot	Requirements	In loot pool?	Source	Source ❘ DLC	Verdict	Part of?
Commemoration Machine Gun	Machine Gun	Heavy	Heavy	Beyond Light Pack	Yes	Deep Stone Crypt Raid	Deep Stone Crypt Raid Beyond Light Pack	Slot: Void | Ammo: Heavy | Archetype: Adaptive PvE God Roll: Reconstruction + Killing Tally (also good: Rampage) PvP God Roll: Rapid Hit + Killing Tally ►Commemoration remains a top contender amongst machine guns even years after its introduction. Reconstruction paired with the 30% damage buff offered by Killing Tally, makes this a no-brainer option in PvE. Given that Machine Guns are some of the few heavy weapons in PvP that can reasonably get a lot of kills, it's easy to see why players will enjoy using Commemoration.	PVP
The Other Half Sword	Sword	Heavy	Heavy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Dares of Eternity	Dares of Eternity Free-to-Play	Slot: Void | Ammo: Heavy | Archetype: Adaptive PvE God Roll: Eager Edge + Whirlwind Blade (also good: Frenzy) ► The Other Half is Half-Truth's stronger sibling. With more perk flexibility while also coming with Eager Edge, it is one of the best swords in the game for general play, and every player should look to have The Other Half in their arsenal.	PVP
Wendigo GL3 Grenade Launcher	Grenade Launcher	Heavy	Heavy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Nightfall: The Ordeals	Nightfall: The Ordeals Free-to-Play	Slot: Arc | Ammo: Heavy | Archetype: Adaptive PvE God Rolls: Auto-Loading Holster (also good: Field Prep) + Explosive Light (also good: Cascade Point) ► Wendigo GL3's old curated roll is still available, and with spike grenades, it's actually better than its original incarnation for PvE. Try out Cascade Point for a different spin on DPS. For PvP, Grenade Launchers are top-tier, and the Wendigo GL3 is no exception. Impulse Amplifier + Rangefinder allows for a projectile speed of 58m/s, making securing kills remarkably easy with this weapon.	PVP
Cataphract GL3 Grenade Launcher	Grenade Launcher	Heavy	Heavy	The Final Shape	Yes	Trials of Osiris	Trials of Osiris The Final Shape	Slot: Strand | Ammo: Heavy | Archetype: Adaptive PvP God Rolls: Impulse Amplifier + Vorpal Weapon ► Grenade Launchers are reliable options for PvP as they can typically secure very easy kills on multiple targets if you are accurate. On top of that, Cataphract features great stats and all the right perks to excel in high stakes PvP.	PVP,PVE
Hammerhead Machine Gun	Machine Gun	Heavy	Heavy	Free-to-Play	Yes	Onslaught Activity	Onslaught Activity Free-to-Play	Slot: Void | Ammo: Heavy | Archetype: Adaptive PvE God Roll: Rampage (also good: Rewind Rounds) + Killing Tally (also good: Onslaught) PvP God Roll: Rampage (also good: Under-Over) + Tap the Trigger ► In PvE, Hammerhead offers pretty much everything you’d want. Whether you’re using it for ad clear, DPS, or in combination with a Void build, Hammerhead’s can cater in any direction. As for The Crucible, Hammerhead’s consistent and stable feel alone makes it a top-tier choice.	PVP

Gjallarhorn , still a dominating Destiny 2 PVP weapon

Destiny 2 PvP Meta

Every sandbox change comes with a new meta. And while we love to criticize Bungie for not changing the meta often enough, the last few seasons have significantly altered the hierarchy of weapon types for PvP.

We just covered the absolute best PvP weapons right now, but it’s equally important to understand how the different weapon types compare to each other.

About TTK: Measured in seconds, TTK, or time-to-kill, is critical in PVP because the lowest the TTK (generally less than a second), the faster you can kill your opponent. You can read all about it in our TTK guide.

PvP Primary weapons meta

Weapon Type	Rank	Tier	Trend	Role ❘ Current State	Category
Hand Cannons	S › Best	Best ❘ S	-	► Hand Cannons feel great right now and can deal with all the other meta options, provided they are in the hands of a skilled player. They are unbelievably forgiving in terms of aim-assist and can compete at solid ranges. Hand Cannons are the jack of all trades, and while they may not dominate up close or far away, they are incredibly scary to face in a mid-range duel. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive (120 RPM) - Example: Igneous Hammer	PVP Primaries
Pulse Rifles	S › Best	Best ❘ S	-	► Pulse Rifles have seen a resurgence in the past few seasons, with constant buffs to all types of Pulse Rifles. It is hard not to find success with one due to the high-flinch potential of Rapid-Fire Pulses or the lethal time-to-kill of High-Impact Pulses. ► Best Archetype: High-Impact (340 RPM) - Example: The Messenger	PVP Primaries
Auto Rifles	S › Best	Best ❘ S		► Auto Rifles are remarkably easy to use. Options like Khvostov or The Summoner both excel at medium range, and if you can close the gap on Pulse Rifles, you can easily take advantage of the high flinch factor and solid time-to-kill that Auto Rifles have. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive (600 RPM) - Example: Khvostov 7G-0X	PVP Primaries
Sidearms	A › Strong	Strong ❘ A	-	► Sidearms have lost their place at the top of the meta, but they remain a solid pick, especially for players using a Controller, as they inherently have manageable stability with a rapid time-to-kill. Honestly, the main reason they've lost their place at the top is due to how powerful SMGs are right now. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive (325 RPM) - Example: Forgiveness	PVP Primaries
Submachine Guns	A › Strong	Strong ❘ A		► SMGs have lost a little bit of power as aggressive play isn't as prevalent as it once was, but you can definitely still succeed with certain SMGs, especially on close-range maps. ► Best Archetype: Aggressive (720 RPM) - Example: Unending Tempest	PVP Primaries
Combat Bows	B › Average	Average ❘ B	-	► Bows are incredibly unique. They have a remarkably slow time to kill, however, this isn't where Bows shine. Hotswap builds with bows can be incredibly potent and don't require much learning either. Bows also provide incredible value when teamshooting opponents. Despite this, Bows on their own are quite mediocre and need something behind them to really shine. ► Best Archetype: Precision (Slower Draw Time) - Example: Strident Whistle	PVP Primaries
Scout Rifles	C › Weak	Weak ❘ C	-	► Scout Rifles are struggling right now. In most situations, the maps are too small to benefit the long range of a Scout rifle. An Aggressive or High-Impact Pulse Rifle will better serve your needs. Plus, Scout Rifles are abysmal up close. There are one or two outliers that shine but, on the whole, Scout Rifles are in a weak spot. ► Best Archetype: Rapid-Fire (260 RPM) - Example: Fang of Ir Yût	PVP Primaries

PvP Special weapons meta

For the sake of clarity, the categories below do not include Exotics that use an abnormal type of ammo, such as  Eriana’s Vow or Arbalest. If you’re particularly interested in these unique exotics, check out our Exotic Tier list, including every exotic weapon currently in the game.

Weapon Type	Rank	Tier	Trend	Role ❘ Current State	Category
Shotguns	S › Best	Best ❘ S	-	► With the introduction of fixed (and consistent) pellet spread patterns per archetype and the reversal of some widely disliked nerfs, Shotguns are finally back. With consistent changes in the right direction, Shotguns are once more a staple pick among many PvP players. ► Best Archetype: Precision (65 RPM) - Example: Matador 64	PVP Specials
Fusion Rifles	S › Best	Best ❘ S	-	► Fusion Rifles have been at the top of the meta for a while now, and it doesn't seem to be changing. Fusions can cover the close to medium ranges excellently, and a good Fusion Rifle player can be incredibly frustrating to play against, no matter the range of the engagement. ► Best Archetype: Precision (780ms Charge Time) - Example: Main Ingredient	PVP Specials
Sniper Rifles	A › Strong	Strong ❘ A		► Sniper Rifles are still remarkably powerful, but due to certain flinch changes, they've become slightly harder to use. All this, as well as how strong certain Shotguns are, it's natural for Snipers to fall down a tier, but they are still strong, especially in Trials of Osiris. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive (90 RPM)- Example: Beloved	PVP Specials
Linear Fusion Rifles	A › Strong	Strong ❘ A	-	► The special ammo Linear Fusion category of weapon is rather barren, but the two weapons that occupy it, Arbalest and Lorentz Driver, are both forces to be reckoned with. While they have received some deserved nerfs throughout Seasons 17-19, they remain a solid choice for many players wanting a long range option.	PVP Specials
Trace Rifles	B › Average	Average ❘ B	-	► Trace Rifles are quite a niche pick and will fall short as a competitive option in most players' hands. Even once you learn to master Trace Rifles, you'll be better off with a Special weapon that can provide a one-hit-kill t rather than one that can be out-dueled by a Primary weapon. ► All Archetypes are 1000 RPM - Best Option: Coldheart	PVP Specials
Glaives	B › Average	Average ❘ B	-	► With their buffs in Season 19 and the hit registration improvements they've seen, Glaives can be quite annoying to play against. That said, they are outclassed by other mid/long range options and can't compete at close range due to their lackluster melee. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive (55 RPM)- Example: The Enigma	PVP Specials
Grenade Launchers	C › Weak	Weak ❘ C	-	► Grenade Launchers are annoying to play against, and that's about it. They can be used in a hot-swap loadout, but you'll be better served by a Bow like Le Monarque. Grenade launchers can put pressure on your enemies, but they can't bring the heat like some other Special Weapons can. ► Best Archetype: Lightweight - Example: Truthteller	PVP Specials

PvP Heavy weapons meta

Weapon Type	Rank	Tier	Trend	Role ❘ Current State	Category
Rocket Launchers	S › Best	Best ❘ S	-	► Rocket Launchers remain a staple in many players' loadouts. They can provide high-range one-shot kills, and can also do AoE damage which can potentially allow you to clear teams if they are close enough together. ► Best Archetype: Precision (15 RPM) - Example: Gjallarhorn	PVP Heavies
Grenade Launchers	S › Best	Best ❘ S	-	► Heavy Grenade Launchers are an incredible option for those who are confident in landing their direct hits. They can functionally serve as a Rocket Launcher, but instead of coming with only a single shot, Grenade Launchers can bring 3, which, of course, means more potential kills. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive (120 RPM) - Example: Memory Interdict	PVP Heavies
Machine Guns	A › Strong	Strong ❘ A	-	► Machine Guns are still an incredible option for Control as they can provide many kills. However, they do require multiple shots to kill which can lead to you potentially being Sniped or peak-shot by a Primary Weapon. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive (450 RPM) - Example: Corrective Measure	PVP Heavies
Linear Fusion Rifles	B › Average	Average ❘ B	-	► Linear fusion rifles are in the middle of an identity crisis. They are stronger than sniper rifles and have more aim assistance, but they still require Heavy ammo and a headshot to one-shot an enemy. On top of that, they also have a charge time to take into account. Compared to a sniper rifle that fires immediately and only uses Special ammo, Linear Fusion rifles make little sense for the Crucible.	PVP Heavies
Swords	C › Weak	Weak ❘ C	-	► Swords are perhaps the most fun option (especially with Eager Edge); however, they are too inconsistent to warrant any competitive use. Furthermore, benefitting from third-person view is no longer possible without Heavy ammo, making the only niche usage swords had redundant. ► Best Archetype: Adaptive/Lightweight- Examples: Half-Truths/Quickfang	PVP Heavies

What is the “Meta”? Meta refers to the most used weapons for a particular activity. Generally, these weapons are the most used because they are the most powerful/efficient. The Meta can change in a heartbeat, but you can rest assured, though, this overview is up to date with the current season and will be updated as soon as a new meta arrives.

These are the different Tier levels used for these Tier lists:

• S Tier – Best: Highest ranking weapon types.
• A Tier – Strong: Very strong weapon types, but not on the same level as S Tier Choices.
• B Tier – Average: Decent choices that can be lethal in the hands of a skilled player.
• C Tier – Weak: The middle of the pack, somewhat mediocre.
• D Tier – Worst: Lagging behind the competition, these don’t have much to offer.

Best Crucible weapons: Loadouts

Until now, we have split our top PvP guns into Primaries, Special and Heavy weapons. This makes sense when comparing weapons against each other.

But once you start building towards the ultimate loadout, a weapon’s slot becomes crucial. That’s because you can only carry one Kinetic, Energy, and Heavy weapon at a time. Also, remember that you can only equip one Exotic at a time, which means that finding the best Legendary weapons is extremely important, too. We also cover the best Kinetic weapons this season here.

Best Crucible weapons, Destiny 2

These are some of the most lethal PvP loadouts right now:

-	Kinetic	--	Special	---	Heavy	Meta
	Ace of Spades		Matador 64		The Other Half	PVP
	The Immortal		Cloudstrike		Memory Interdict	PVP
	Conditional Finality		Igneous Hammer		Typhon GL5	PVP

Before you go…

If you’re looking to take your game to the next level in PvE, definitely check out our Top PvE weapons round-up.