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Best Fusion Rifles in Destiny 2: Tier List for PvP and PvE

by | May 19, 2023

Fusion Rifles are a staple of any loadout in Destiny 2. Whether you’ll be tearing it up against other Guardians in the Crucible, or fighting wave after wave of ads in the Root of Nightmares raid, you will find a Fusion Rifle that is just right for the occasion. With that said, there are some clear stand-outs in their class.

This guide covers every Fusion Rifle in Destiny 2, including both Exotic and Legendary Fusions, as well as the best rolls for PvE and PvP.

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Destiny 2 Fusion Rifles Tier List: Top-tier Options

This Tier list features the Top-tier Exotic and Legendary Fusion Rifles in the game and covers both PvE and PvP:

NameWeaponsTypeArchetypeAmmoElementRequirementsIn loot pool?RankSourceAvailable?Tier rankSource ❘ DLCFinal VerdictReleasedPerksBest of?
Iterative LoopIterative Loop art
Iterative Loop
Fusion RifleRapid-FireSpecialArcLightfallYesS › BestNeomunaCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE + PvP
Neomuna
Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Slot: Arc Arc | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Compulsive Reloader + Voltshot
PvP God Roll: Under Pressure + Kickstart

► A craftable fusion with Voltshot, Iterative Loop swung hard upon release. Not only do rapid fusions take care of tougher targets with ease, but they are slowly becoming a meta PvP pick thanks to Time-To-Kill changes. Just be ready to spend quite a bit of time on Neptune.
Season 20
Slot: Arc Arc | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Compulsive Reloader + Voltshot
PvP God Roll: Under Pressure + Kickstart
Top-tier
MercilessDestiny 2 Merciless art
Merciless
Fusion RifleExoticSpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesS › BestExotic EngramCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Exotic Engram
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Non-lethal hits make this weapon charge faster. Reloading immediately after a kill increases weapon damage for a short time."

► Merciless is unmatched in the Fusion Rifle department. With the changes to the Conserve Momentum perk lasting through reloading, Merciless became a beast overnight and can put out some ridiculous burst damage.
Season 1
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Non-lethal hits make this weapon charge faster. Reloading immediately after a kill increases weapon damage for a short time."
Top-tier
Vex MythoclastVex Mythoclast art
Vex Mythoclast
Fusion RifleExoticPrimarySolarFree-to-PlayYesS › BestVault of Glass RaidCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Vault of Glass Raid
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Primary ammo Destiny 2 Primary | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "This weapon fires a single bolt with each trigger pull. Defeating targets builds stacks of Overcharge. Swap firing modes when fully Overcharged to charge up and fire more powerful linear fusion shots."

► Vex is arguably one of the strongest fusions in the game. Not only does the catalyst grant a 20% damage boost on a kill, but the Overcharge shots do considerable damage to enemies. And thanks to exotic primaries doing 40% more damage to red bars, Vex can also contend in end-game content.
Season 14
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Primary ammo Destiny 2 Primary | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "This weapon fires a single bolt with each trigger pull. Defeating targets builds stacks of Overcharge. Swap firing modes when fully Overcharged to charge up and fire more powerful linear fusion shots."
Top-tier
DeliveranceDeliverance art v2
Deliverance
Fusion RiflePrecisionSpecialStasisThe Witch QueenYesS › BestVow of the Disciple RaidCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Vow of the Disciple Raid
The Witch Queen Destiny 2 icon
The Witch Queen
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvE God Rolls: Demolitionist (also good: Perpetual Motion) + Chill Klip

► With Chill Clip having more utility than ever, Deliverance is now an S tier weapon. Not only does it deal with all champion types, but being craftable means that you are essentially guaranteed to get a god roll. It's also one of two fusions to roll with Demolitionist, perfect for Osmiomancy builds!
Season 16
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvE God Rolls: Demolitionist (also good: Perpetual Motion) + Chill Klip
Top-tier
RiptideRiptide art
Riptide
Fusion RifleRapid-FireSpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesS › BestPlaylist: CrucibleCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvE
Playlist: Crucible
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Auto-Loading Holster (also good: Compulsive Reloader) + Chill Clip

► Thanks to Crucible focusing and Chill Clip's ability to combat all champions, Riptide is not only a must-have weapon; it's also extremely easy to get. Riptide currently dominates the PvE meta, and TTK changes to Rapid-Fire fusions mean this could be a welcome addition to a PvP loadout.
Season 17
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Auto-Loading Holster (also good: Compulsive Reloader) + Chill Clip
Top-tier
Snorri FR5Snorri FR5 art
Snorri FR5
Fusion RiflePrecisionSpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesS › BestWorld loot poolCheckmark icon V3
Best

S



Excels in:
PvP
World loot pool
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Firmly Planted + High-Impact Reserves (also good: Successful Warm-up)

► With tons of good perks for both PVE and PVP players, Snorri FR5 is arguably the most well-rounded fusion rifle in the game. With extremely high range, Firmly Planted, and Successful Warm-up, this is an obvious pick for PVP. With good range and stability, the Snorri FR5 can be the perfect tool against shotgun apes or just map people from surprising distances. Plus, with the great combination of Compulsive Reloader and Reservoir Burst, Snorri can excel in PVE too.
Season 16
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Firmly Planted + High-Impact Reserves (also good: Successful Warm-up)
Top-tier
Likely SuspectLikely Suspect art
Likely Suspect
Fusion RifleRapid-FireSpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesA › StrongThrone WorldCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvE + PvP
Throne World
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Slideways (also good: Stats for All) + Golden Tricorn
PvP God Roll: Firmly Planted + Successful Warm-up

► Likely Suspect has been a long-standing PvP hot pick and has become even more powerful thanks to its TTK buff. In PvE, this fusion shreds enemies with ease thanks to the insanely powerful Golden Tricorn, and with volatile rounds, it bursts down barriers like no tomorrow.
Season 16
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Slideways (also good: Stats for All) + Golden Tricorn
PvP God Roll: Firmly Planted + Successful Warm-up
Top-tier
BastionDestiny 2 Bastion
Bastion
Fusion RifleExoticSpecialKineticShadowkeepYesA › StrongExotic KioskCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvE
Exotic Kiosk
Shadowkeep Destiny 2 icon
Shadowkeep
Slot: Kinetic symbol Destiny 2 Kinetic | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Charge to fire 3 spreads of Kinetic slugs. This weapon fires Unstoppable rounds staggering projectiles. Strong against Unstoppable Champions."

►While not the PvP menace it used to be, recent changes have made Bastion a powerhouse in end-game PvE. As a Kinetic fusion, it can also take advantage of the 10% extra damage to Kinetic weapons. Still outclassed by other exotics, these changes make it more justifiable than before.
Season 9
Slot: Kinetic symbol Destiny 2 Kinetic | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Charge to fire 3 spreads of Kinetic slugs. This weapon fires Unstoppable rounds staggering projectiles. Strong against Unstoppable Champions."
Top-tier
GlacioclasmGlacioclasm Destiny 2 art
Glacioclasm
Fusion RifleHigh-ImpactSpecialVoidFree-to-PlaySeasonalA › StrongEvent: DawningNote icon V2
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvE
Event: Dawning
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: High-Impact

PvE God Roll: Subsistence + Reservoir Burst

► A refreshed perk pool has breathed new life into Glacioclasm, and while it is held back by its charge time, the introduction of Repulsor Brace and Golden Tricorn allows for a perfectly synergized Void 3.0 build. Pair it with your favorite Void exotic and go to town.
Season 12
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: High-Impact

PvE God Roll: Subsistence + Reservoir Burst
Top-tier
Cartesian CoordinateCartesian Coordinate art
Cartesian Coordinate
Fusion RifleRapid-FireSpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesA › StrongWorld loot poolCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvE
World loot pool
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Lead from Gold + Vorpal Weapon (also good: High Impact Reserves)

► Cartesian remains a powerful PvE weapon with Vorpal and Lead from Gold, and with the buff to rapid-fire fusions in PvP, it has the potential to excel there as well. While it lacks Tap the Trigger, Under Pressure and High Impact Reserves can secure kills most other rapid fires might not.
Season 13
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvE God Roll: Lead from Gold + Vorpal Weapon (also good: High Impact Reserves)
Top-tier
PLUG ONE.1PLUG ONE.1 art
PLUG ONE.1
Fusion RiflePrecisionSpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesA › StrongNightfall: The OrdealsCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvE
Nightfall: The Ordeals
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Arc Arc | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvE God Roll: Bottomless Grief (also good: Feeding Frenzy) + Reservoir Burst (also good: Cornered)

► Still as strong as ever, PLUG ONE.1 is certainly not the best arc fusion out there, but it is a tried-and-true weapon that is a fun addition to any PvE loadout. While it may lack Voltshot, it still pairs nicely with Arc 3.0 when using Spark of Beacons.
Season 14
Slot: Arc Arc | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvE God Roll: Bottomless Grief (also good: Feeding Frenzy) + Reservoir Burst (also good: Cornered)
Top-tier
Aurvandil FR6Aurvandil FR6 art

Aurvandil FR6
Fusion RifleHigh-ImpactSpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesA › StrongWorld loot poolCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvE
World loot pool
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: High-Impact

PvE God Rolls: Reconstruction + Chill Clip

► Aurvandil shines in its ability to roll with Reconstruction, a formerly raid-exclusive perk. Doubling the magazine allows Chill Clip to have a higher uptime, and the punch of a High-Impact frame will help take down larger targets. This is an exceptional PvE weapon.
Season 19
Slot: Stasis Stasis | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: High-Impact

PvE God Rolls: Reconstruction + Chill Clip
Top-tier
Royal ExecutionerRoyal Executioner art
Royal Executioner
Fusion RifleAdaptiveSpecialSolarSeason 20YesA › StrongSeasonal activityCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvE
Seasonal activity
Lightfall Preorder icon
Season 20
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Adaptive

PvE God Rolls: Envious Assassin + Reservoir Burst (also good: Incandescent)

► One of two craftable fusions with Reservoir Burst, Royal Executioner is an Adaptive fusion that heavily outshines all others. With Envious Assassin, Reservoir Burst has a high uptime on this fusion, and Incandescent provides synergy with Solar 3.0 builds.
Season 20
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Adaptive

PvE God Rolls: Envious Assassin + Reservoir Burst (also good: Incandescent)
Top-tier
TelestoDestiny 2 Telesto art
Telesto
Fusion RifleExoticSpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesA › StrongExotic EngramCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvP
Exotic Engram
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Fusion projectiles attach and detonate with a delayed Void blast. Multikills with this weapon immediately reload your equipped Kinetic and Energy weapons from reserves."

► Telesto is a menace in PVP: Setting traps, getting multikills and shutting down Supers are all possible. And now that it can synergize with Void 3.0 it's even more usable. You'll find a place for it in any loadout.
Season 2
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Fusion projectiles attach and detonate with a delayed Void blast. Multikills with this weapon immediately reload your equipped Kinetic and Energy weapons from reserves."
Top-tier
JötunnDestiny 2 Jotunn
Jötunn
Fusion RifleExoticSpecialSolarForsaken PackYesA › StrongExotic KioskCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvP
Exotic Kiosk
Forsaken Destiny 2 icon
Forsaken Pack
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Hold down the trigger to charge up a tracking shot that explodes and burns on impact. Energy matched shield explosion disorients enemies."

► Jötunn's tracking shots have long been a menace in casual PvP, and with its catalyst granting it Cornered, there's never been a better time to pick up the Terrifying Toaster. On the PvE side, Jotuun has Incandescent via its catalyst, making a perfect Solar 3.0 weapon to toy around with.
Season 5
Slot: Solar Solar | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Exotic

Exotic Perk: "Hold down the trigger to charge up a tracking shot that explodes and burns on impact. Energy matched shield explosion disorients enemies."
Top-tier
Zealot's RewardZealots Reward Destiny 2 art
Zealot's Reward
Fusion RifleRapid-FireSpecialVoidShadowkeepYesA › StrongGarden of Salvation RaidCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvP
Garden of Salvation Raid
Shadowkeep Destiny 2 icon
Shadowkeep
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvP God Roll: Under Pressure + High-Impact Reserves

► Zealot's Reward has been recently outshined by Iterative Loop, but that's not to say it's past its prime. Offering similar stats, Zealot prefers consistency over damage, and since rotator raids are farmable, this is much easier to acquire than the elusive Iterative.
Season 8
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Rapid-Fire

PvP God Roll: Under Pressure + High-Impact Reserves
Top-tier
Main IngredientMain Ingredient Destiny 2 art
Main Ingredient
Fusion RiflePrecisionSpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesA › StrongWorld loot poolCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Excels in:
PvP
World loot pool
Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Slot: Arc Arc | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Under Pressure + High Impact Reserves (also good: Tap the Trigger)

► With great stats and an insane perk selection (that had to be nerfed due to its potency), Main Ingredient is one of the most used weapons in the Crucible right now, and with reason.
Season 11
Slot: Arc Arc | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Under Pressure + High Impact Reserves (also good: Tap the Trigger)
Top-tier
The EpicureanThe Epicurean art
The Epicurean
Fusion RiflePrecisionSpecialVoidDeluxe EditionYesA › StrongDuality DungeonCheckmark icon V3
Strong

A



Duality Dungeon
The Witch Queen Destiny 2 icon
Deluxe Edition
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Quickdraw (also good: Well-Rounded) + Moving Target (also good: Backup Plan)

► With the right roll, The Epicurean can have a base stability that matches Main Ingredient's god roll, and when using Counterbalance Stock, can achieve 100 recoil direction. If that isn't enough, consider that Well-Rounded x2 adds 20 range and stability, and you can see why this gun is so powerful.
Season 17
Slot: Void Void | Ammo: Special ammo Destiny 2 Special | Archetype: Precision

PvP God Roll: Quickdraw (also good: Well-Rounded) + Moving Target (also good: Backup Plan)
Top-tier

Destiny 2 Fusion Rifles: The complete list

This database includes every viable Fusion currently in the game:

ArtWeaponTypeArchetypeRarityAmmoElementRequirementsIn loot pool?Ammo?Element?TierExcelsSourceCraftable?RequiresReleasedSlotCan be Crafted?Best of?Top Perk?
Destiny 2 Arbalest artArbalestLinear Fusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialKineticLightfallYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialKinetic symbol Destiny 2 Kinetic
Best

S

PvEExotic QuestError icon V2Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Season 6KineticNoTop-tier
Aurvandil FR6 art
Aurvandil FR6Fusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
Strong

A

PvEWorld loot poolError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 19KineticNoTop-tier
Destiny 2 BastionBastionFusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialKineticShadowkeepYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialKinetic symbol Destiny 2 Kinetic
Strong

A

PvEExotic KioskError icon V2Shadowkeep Destiny 2 icon
Shadowkeep
Season 9KineticNoTop-tier
Briar's Contempt artBriar's ContemptLinear Fusion RifleAggressiveLegendaryHeavySolarLightfallYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavySolar Solar
Strong

A

PvERoot of Nightmares RaidCheckmark icon V3Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Season 20HeavyCraftableTop-tier
Burden of Guilt artBurden of GuiltFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialStasisLightfallYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
Average

B

PvE + PvPTrials of OsirisError icon V2Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Season 17KineticNo
Cartesian Coordinate artCartesian CoordinateFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Strong

A

PvEWorld loot poolError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 13EnergyNoTop-tier
Cataclysmic art v2CataclysmicLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavySolarThe Witch QueenYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavySolar Solar
Best

S

PvEVow of the Disciple RaidCheckmark icon V3The Witch Queen Destiny 2 icon
The Witch Queen
Season 16HeavyCraftableTop-tier
Coriolis Force Destiny 2 artCoriolis ForceFusion RifleAggressiveLegendarySpecialVoidBeyond LightYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Average

B

PvEEmpire HuntsError icon V2Beyond Light Destiny 2 icon
Beyond Light
Season 12EnergyNo
Corsairs Wrath Destiny 2 artCorsair's WrathLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavySolarFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavySolar Solar
Weak

C

-XûrError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 12HeavyNo
Delicate TombDelicate TombFusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialArcThe Witch QueenYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Average

B

PvEExotic KioskError icon V2The Witch Queen Destiny 2 icon
The Witch Queen
Season 18EnergyNo
Deliverance art v2DeliveranceFusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialStasisThe Witch QueenYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
Best

S

PvEVow of the Disciple RaidCheckmark icon V3The Witch Queen Destiny 2 icon
The Witch Queen
Season 16KineticCraftableTop-tier
Dream Breaker artDream BreakerFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Weak

C

-MoonError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 14EnergyNo
Exiles Curse Destiny 2 artExile's CurseFusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialArcLightfallNoSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Average

B

PvPTrials of OsirisError icon V2Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Season 10EnergyNo
Fire and Forget art
Fire and ForgetLinear Fusion RifleAggressiveLegendaryHeavyStasisFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
Strong

A

PvESeasonal activityCheckmark icon V3Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 19HeavyCraftableTop-tier
Glacioclasm Destiny 2 artGlacioclasmFusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialVoidFree-to-PlaySeasonalSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Strong

A

PvEEvent: DawningError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 12EnergyNoTop-tier
Hollow Words Destiny 2 artHollow WordsFusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Weak

C

-World loot poolError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 11EnergyNo
Iota Draconis artIota DraconisFusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Weak

C

-XûrError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 15EnergyNo
Iterative Loop artIterative LoopFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialArcLightfallYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Best

S

PvE + PvPNeomunaCheckmark icon V3Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Season 20EnergyCraftableTop-tier
Destiny 2 JotunnJötunnFusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialSolarForsaken PackYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Strong

A

PvPExotic KioskError icon V2Forsaken Destiny 2 icon
Forsaken Pack
Season 5EnergyNoTop-tier
Laser Painter art Destiny 2Laser PainterLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyStrandFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStrand Element StrandPlaylist: GambitError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 21HeavyNo
Likely Suspect artLikely SuspectFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Strong

A

PvE + PvPThrone WorldCheckmark icon V3Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 16EnergyCraftableTop-tier
Loaded Question art Destiny 2Loaded QuestionFusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc ArcNightfall: The OrdealsError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 21EnergyNo
Lorentz Driver artLorentz DriverLinear Fusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialVoidBeyond LightYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Strong

A

PvPExotic KioskError icon V2Beyond Light Destiny 2 icon
Beyond Light
Season 15EnergyNoTop-tier
Main Ingredient Destiny 2 artMain IngredientFusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Strong

A

PvPWorld loot poolError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 11EnergyNoTop-tier
Destiny 2 Merciless artMercilessFusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Best

S

PvEExotic EngramError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 1EnergyNoTop-tier
Midhas’s Reckoning artMidhas’s ReckoningFusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Average

B

PvE + PvPKing's Fall RaidCheckmark icon V3Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 18EnergyCraftable
Null Composure artNull ComposureFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Average

B

PvEExotic KioskError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 14EnergyNo
Destiny 2 One Thousand Voices artOne Thousand VoicesFusion RifleExoticExoticHeavySolarForsaken PackYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavySolar Solar
Average

B

PvELast Wish RaidError icon V2Forsaken Destiny 2 icon
Forsaken Pack
Season 4HeavyNo
PLUG ONE.1 artPLUG ONE.1Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Strong

A

PvENightfall: The OrdealsError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 14EnergyNoTop-tier
Pressurized Precision art Destiny 2Pressurized PrecisionFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialStrandFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStrand Element StrandIron BannerError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 21KineticNo
Reed's Regret artReed's RegretLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyStasisLightfallYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyStasis Stasis
Best

S

PvETrials of OsirisError icon V2Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Season 15HeavyNoTop-tier
Riptide artRiptideFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
Best

S

PvEPlaylist: CrucibleError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 17KineticNoTop-tier
Royal Executioner artRoyal ExecutionerFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialSolarSeason 20YesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Strong

A

PvESeasonal activityCheckmark icon V3Lightfall Preorder icon
Season 20
Season 20EnergyCraftableTop-tier
Sailspy Pitchglass artSailspy PitchglassLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyArcFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyArc ArcOngoing...-Seasonal activityCheckmark icon V3Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 18HeavyCraftable
Destiny 2 Sleeper Simulant artSleeper SimulantLinear Fusion RifleExoticExoticHeavySolarFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavySolar Solar
Strong

A

PvEExotic KioskError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 3HeavyNoTop-tier
Snorri FR5 artSnorri FR5Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Best

S

PvPWorld loot poolError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 16EnergyNoTop-tier
Stormchaser artStormchaserLinear Fusion RifleAggressiveLegendaryHeavyArcDeluxe EditionYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyArc Arc
Best

S

PvEDuality DungeonError icon V2The Witch Queen Destiny 2 icon
Deluxe Edition
Season 17HeavyNoTop-tier
Taipan-4fr artTaipan-4frLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyVoidFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyVoid Void
Best

S

PvEWorld loot poolCheckmark icon V3Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 18HeavyCraftableTop-tier
Tarantula artTarantulaLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyArcFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyArc Arc
Weak

C

-World loot poolError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 13HeavyNo
Techeun Force art Destiny 2Techeun ForceFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialArcForsaken PackYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Worst

D

-Last Wish RaidError icon V2Forsaken Destiny 2 icon
Forsaken Pack
Season 4EnergyNo
Destiny 2 Telesto artTelestoFusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Strong

A

PvPExotic EngramError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 2EnergyNoTop-tier
The Epicurean artThe EpicureanFusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialVoidDeluxe EditionYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Strong

A

-Duality DungeonCheckmark icon V3The Witch Queen Destiny 2 icon
Deluxe Edition
Season 17EnergyCraftableTop-tier
Destiny 2 The Queenbreaker artThe QueenbreakerLinear Fusion RifleExoticExoticHeavyArcFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyArc Arc
Worst

D

-Exotic EngramError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 4HeavyNo
The Wizened Rebuke artThe Wizened RebukeFusion RifleHigh-ImpactLegendarySpecialArcFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Average

B

PvPIron BannerError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 17EnergyNo
Threaded Needle artThreaded NeedleLinear Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendaryHeavyVoidFree-to-PlayYesHeavy ammo Destiny 2 HeavyVoid Void
Average

B

PvEUnobtainableError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 13HeavyNo
Timelines Vertex Destiny 2 artTimelines' VertexFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Weak

C

-XûrError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 10EnergyNo
Trinary System artTrinary SystemFusion RifleAdaptiveLegendarySpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Average

B

-Playlist: GambitError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 13EnergyNo
Vex Mythoclast artVex MythoclastFusion RifleExoticExoticPrimarySolarFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimarySolar Solar
Best

S

PvEVault of Glass RaidError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 14EnergyNoTop-tier
Zealots Reward Destiny 2 artZealot's RewardFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialVoidShadowkeepYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Strong

A

PvPGarden of Salvation RaidError icon V2Shadowkeep Destiny 2 icon
Shadowkeep
Season 8EnergyNoTop-tier

These are the different Tier levels used for our list:

  • S Tier – Best: Highest ranking weapons in our Tier List.
  • A Tier – Strong: Very strong weapons, 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 Destiny 2 Fusion Rifles in 2023

Ready to dig deeper into the absolute best Fusions in Destiny 2 right now? These are the cream of the crop, our favorites (for PvE and PvP):

 

Vex Mythoclast Destiny 2 featured fusion rifle

5. Vex Mythoclast

Vanguard logo Destiny 2 Excels in PvE

Defeating targets builds stacks of Overcharge. Swap firing modes when fully Overcharged to charge up and fire more powerful linear fusion shots.
Returning from D1 and more lethal than ever, Vex Mythoclast lives up to its legendary status.

Now that exotic primaries do 40% more damage to red bar enemies, Vex’s Overcharged rounds are a reliable way to help put down beefier targets in end-game content, and the 20% damage buff after a kill will help get there quicker.

Vex is also able to take advantage of any mod or perk that modifies fusions, so for Solar Warlocks running Rain of Fire, this is a must-have weapon. While it might take a while to acquire, once you do, you might never put it down.

Exotic Perk: “This weapon fires a single bolt with each trigger pull. Defeating targets builds stacks of Overcharge. Swap firing modes when fully Overcharged to charge up and fire more powerful linear fusion shots.”

How to get it: Vex Mythoclast can be acquired by completing the Vault of Glass raid.

ArtWeaponTypeArchetypeRarityAmmoElementRequirementsIn loot pool?Ammo?Element?TierExcelsSourceCraftable?RequiresReleasedSlotCan be Crafted?Best of?Top Perk?
Vex Mythoclast artVex MythoclastFusion RifleExoticExoticPrimarySolarFree-to-PlayYesPrimary ammo Destiny 2 PrimarySolar Solar
Best

S

PvEVault of Glass RaidError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 14EnergyNoTop-tier

 

Snorri FR5 Destiny 2 Fusion rifle featured

4. Snorri FR5

Crucible logo Destiny 2Excels in PvP

A fusion to surpass Main Ingredient, Snorri FR5 is a solid, if not difficult to find, PvP weapon.

Introduced in Witch Queen, Snorri FR5 has been making waves thanks to its consistency. Having better base stats than Main Ingredient means that with the god roll, you’re looking at perfect recoil direction and stability. Or, if you prefer a more fast-paced approach, Successful Warm-Up knocks down the charge time to 480 without sacrificing anything else.

If the god roll Main Ingredient alluded you, Snorri is a worthy replacement.

PvP God roll:

  • Perk 1: Firmly Planted
  • Perk 2: High-Impact Reserves (also good: Successful Warmup)

How to get it: Snorri FR5 can be randomly acquired as end-of-match activities or via the Gunsmith, Legendary engrams, and Prime engrams.

ArtWeaponTypeArchetypeRarityAmmoElementRequirementsIn loot pool?Ammo?Element?TierExcelsSourceCraftable?RequiresReleasedSlotCan be Crafted?Best of?Top Perk?
Snorri FR5 artSnorri FR5Fusion RiflePrecisionLegendarySpecialVoidFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialVoid Void
Best

S

PvPWorld loot poolError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 16EnergyNoTop-tier

 

Merciless fusion rifle Destiny 2

3. Merciless

Vanguard logo Destiny 2 Excels in PvE

Once held back by its exotic perk, Merciless is now worthy of its name.

While it’s no secret fusion rifles can deal some serious damage in PvE, Merciless reigns supreme in this department. Now that it can maintain its higher charge time after a kill, Merciless can hit for High-Impact numbers on a rapid-fire charge time.

Tack on Impetus’ 66% damage buff, and you can see why many players are coming to accept this long neglected fusion into their hearts.

Exotic Perk: “Non-lethal hits make this weapon charge faster. Reloading immediately after a kill increases weapon damage for a short time.”

How to get it: Merciless can be acquired via Exotic engrams or from Xûr.

ArtWeaponTypeArchetypeRarityAmmoElementRequirementsIn loot pool?Ammo?Element?TierExcelsSourceCraftable?RequiresReleasedSlotCan be Crafted?Best of?Top Perk?
Destiny 2 Merciless artMercilessFusion RifleExoticExoticSpecialSolarFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialSolar Solar
Best

S

PvEExotic EngramError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 1EnergyNoTop-tier

 

Iterative Loop Fusion rifle

1. Iterative Loop

PVE and PVP logo Destiny 2 Excels in PVE and PVP

Coming from Neomuna, Iterative Loop is as powerful as it is rare, and a worthy addition to the game.

In PvE, Iterative Loop dominates through its prized perk: Voltshot. While Reservoir Burst exists on others, Voltshot synergizes with Arc 3.0, as well as having a less strict activation.

Iterative is also a monster in PvP thanks to the Rapid-Fire TTK buff. With its god roll and impressive stats, Iterative can compete with even the best of shotguns. If you’re looking for a versatile fusion, Iterative is the one for you.

PvP God roll:

  • Perk 1: Under Pressure
  • Perk 2: Kickstart

PvE God roll:

  • Perk 1: Compulsive Reloader
  • Perk 2: Voltshot

How to get it: Iterative Loop can be acquired by completing activities in Neomuna.

ArtWeaponTypeArchetypeRarityAmmoElementRequirementsIn loot pool?Ammo?Element?TierExcelsSourceCraftable?RequiresReleasedSlotCan be Crafted?Best of?Top Perk?
Iterative Loop artIterative LoopFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialArcLightfallYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialArc Arc
Best

S

PvE + PvPNeomunaCheckmark icon V3Lightfall Preorder icon
Lightfall
Season 20EnergyCraftableTop-tier

 

Riptide Fusion rifle

1. Riptide

Vanguard logo Destiny 2 Excels in PvE

A Crucible drop, Riptide is a PvE powerhouse that’s never been easier to acquire.

In Lightfall, Bungie made a major overhaul to combating champions, with Stasis coming out on top thanks to freeze no longer resetting the stun. As a result, what was once seen as a liability in Chill Clip is now the king of verb-based stunning and a must-have for any Champion-containing content.

Not only this, but reduced costs to focus engrams at Shaxx means that it is cheaper for people to get their roll, and the resetting system means you could end up with a multi-perk drop! Hop into Crucible and snag your roll today!

PvE God roll:

  • Perk 1: Auto-Loading Holster
  • Perk 2: Chill Clip

How to get it: Riptide can be acquired via Engram Focusing or completing Crucible Playlist activities.

ArtWeaponTypeArchetypeRarityAmmoElementRequirementsIn loot pool?Ammo?Element?TierExcelsSourceCraftable?RequiresReleasedSlotCan be Crafted?Best of?Top Perk?
Riptide artRiptideFusion RifleRapid-FireLegendarySpecialStasisFree-to-PlayYesSpecial ammo Destiny 2 SpecialStasis Stasis
Best

S

PvEPlaylist: CrucibleError icon V2Free to Play Destiny 2 icon
Free-to-Play
Season 17KineticNoTop-tier

Fusion Rifles and the PvP Meta: TTK

We covered in detail the Fusions that are considered top-tier (and should be farmed) and the ones that can be safely ignored. But how do they compare to other Special weapons in PvP?

Weapon Type RankTierTrendRole ❘ Current StateCategory
Shotgun weapon type Destiny 2
Shotguns
A › Strong
Strong

A

Trend up► Shotguns received a significant change in Season 19 that made their pellet spread more consistent overall. With pre-determined spread patterns per archetype, and the reversal of some widely disliked nerfs, Shotguns are coming back.

► Best Archetype: Lightweight (65 RPM)- Example: Matador 64
PVP Specials
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2
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 players wanting a long-range option.PVP Specials
Sniper rifle weapon type Destiny 2
Sniper Rifles
S › Best
Best

S

-► Sniper Rifles are in an excellent place right now. After the nerfs to Linear Fusion Rifles, it only makes sense that Sniper usage picks up, and with options that come stacked with aim assist and excellent perks like Defiance of Yasmin or Beloved, it's easy to see why Snipers have risen up the ranks.

► Best Archetype: Adaptive (90 RPM)- Example: Beloved
PVP Specials
Trace rifle weapon type Destiny 2
Trace Rifles
B › Average
Average

B

Trend down► 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
Glaive weapon type Destiny 2 art
Glaives
A › Strong
Strong

A

-► Glaives are somewhat of a sleeper pick. However, with the Season 19 buffs and hit registration improvements they received, they can be quite annoying to play against. However, they do remain heavily outclassed by other mid to long-range options, and can't compete at close range due to the lackluster melee.

► Best Archetype: Adaptive (55 RPM)- Example: The Enigma
PVP Specials
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2
Fusion Rifles
S › Best
Best

S

Trend up► Fusion Rifles have seen buff after buff, and with Season of the Haunted, they finally saw a slight nerf. However, this change hasn't altered the state of Fusion Rifles enough to consider them noticeably weaker than before. They are able to cover the close-medium range excellently and a good Fusion Rifle player can be incredibly hard to beat.

► Best Archetype: Precision (780ms Charge Time) - Example: Main Ingredient
PVP Specials
Grenade launcher weapon type Destiny 2
Grenade Launchers
A › Strong
Strong

A

-► Grenade Launchers remain the most 'annoying' option in PvP. The ability to flush players out from cover is not lost on players in PvP, and being able to 1-hit kill with certain rolls allows Grenade Launchers to be a highly tactical, but also lethal option. They also serve as an excellent 'hot-swap' choice to allow for easy cleanups with your Primary weapon.

► Best Archetype: Wave Frame - Example: Dead Messenger
PVP Specials

Remember that when it comes to PvP, TTK is perhaps the most important factor. As you know, the lower the TTK, the faster you can kill your opponent. We have a TTK guide/chart that includes TTK figures, but that mostly applies to Primary weapons, not Specials.

Suffice it to say: When it comes to PvP, top Fusions can dominate a Crucible lobby. The many nerfs and buffs in the game are slowly changing the PvP meta and Fusions appear to be clear winners.

Fusion Rifles and the PvE Meta: DPS

How do Fusions compare to other Special weapons in PvE?

Weapon Type RankTierTrendRole ❘ Current StateCategory
Shotgun weapon type Destiny 2
Shotguns
A › Strong
Strong

A

-► Shotguns overall are pretty good right now. There are a good number of Pellet and Slug shotguns that can be used in most content, and shotguns are also an integral part of many melee builds thanks to the shotgun-exclusive '1-2 Punch' perk. However, their severe lack of range makes them a risky pick for high-level content.

► Best Archetype: Pinpoint Slug - Example: Heritage
PVE Specials
Grenade launcher weapon type Destiny 2
Grenade Launchers
S › Best
Best

S

-► Grenade Launchers are brilliant right now. They are versatile and are arguably the best pick in almost all areas. They can have excellent add control through Blinding Grenades or the Wave Frame archetype, and they can also deal good boss damage in a 'hotswap' build with Spike Grenades.

Simply put, having a strong arsenal of Grenade Launchers is something you should definitely prioritize if you're looking to get into high-level content.

► All Breach Grenade Launchers share the same archetype
PVE Specials
Sniper rifle weapon type Destiny 2
Sniper Rifles
C › Weak
Weak

C

Trend down► Sniper Rifles are not in a great place right now. They are completely outclassed by Linear Fusion Rifles in terms of DPS and are also lacking at ad clear/major killing by Shotguns and Grenade Launchers. Snipers are also quite difficult to use as they are precision-based weapons. They can be used as a backup DPS weapon if you don't have access to an Arbalest, for example, but right now, they are too niche to recomment.

► Best Archetype: Adaptive (140 RPM) - Example: Succession
PVE Specials
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2
Fusion Rifles
A › Strong
Strong

A

Trend up► Fusion Rifles are pretty good right now. They have slightly more range than Shotguns, making them a safer pick in high-level content, however, they lack a top-tier perk such as '1-2 Punch' to rise to S-tier status. Still, they remain a consistent pick for mid to high-level content.

► Best Archetype: Rapid-Fire (500ms Charge Time) - Example: Cartesian Coordinate
PVE Specials
Glaive weapon type Destiny 2 art
Glaives
B › Average
Average

B

-► Glaives require a bit of getting used to, but when you do, they can grant you crazy levels of damage resistance. However, they are quite a risky pick, especially if you haven't learned how to master them first. Glaives are also one-dimensional. There is basically no reason to use their melee attack, which is unfortunate as that is probably the most fun part of the Glaives.

► All Glaives share the same archetype
PVE Specials
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2
Linear Fusion Rifles
S › Best
Best

S

Trend up► There are only two Linear Fusion Rifles that use Special ammo, but when one of them is arguably the strongest weapon in the game, they have to be ranked S tier. Arbalest is an absolute must-have if you want to take endgame content seriously. Lorentz Driver is an okay option, but Arbalest is completely overpowered and is an excellent pick for whatever content you throw at it.PVE Specials
Trace rifle weapon type Destiny 2
Trace Rifles
B › Average
Average

B

-► Trace Rifles are a strange pick. Legendary Trace Rifles are a very niche pick right now, but Exotic trace Rifles are all pretty good. Wavesplitter can do well with certain builds, and Divinity is always a good pick, even despite the nerfs.PVE Specials

Keep in mind that when it comes to PvE, DPS is one of the most important factors. As you know, the higher the DPS, the more damage you can deal to a Boss or Major. This D2 DPS chart includes the DPS numbers for every weapon in Destiny 2.

When it comes to actual DPS, Fusions are well-placed, and offer the benefit of having longer ranges that shotguns:

-Weapon TypeArchetypeAverage DPSBurst DPSTotal DamageSpecs---Best in ClassChange?Ammo
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Linear Fusion Rifle

Exotic

21,79925,351396,792With CatalystDestiny 2 Sleeper Simulant artSleeper SimulantBuffedHeavy
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Linear Fusion RifleAggressive15,55917,367381,218-Stormchaser artStormchaserNewHeavy
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion Rifle

Exotic

16,55617,991273,456-Destiny 2 One Thousand Voices artOne Thousand VoicesSameHeavy
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Linear Fusion Rifle

Exotic

15,18217,844389,320With Marksman SightsDestiny 2 The Queenbreaker artThe QueenbreakerBuffedHeavy
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Linear Fusion RiflePrecision14,97917,844356,880-Reed's Regret artReed's RegretBuffedHeavy
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion Rifle

Exotic

14,69916,216206,880-Destiny 2 Merciless artMercilessSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion Rifle

Exotic

12,17113,918255,528-Destiny 2 BastionBastionSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion RifleRapid-Fire11,22412,355161,406-Cartesian Coordinate artCartesian CoordinateSameSpecial
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Linear Fusion Rifle

Exotic

11,32513,412287,500-Destiny 2 Arbalest artArbalestSameSpecial
Linear fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Linear Fusion Rifle

Exotic

11,32513,412287,500-Lorentz Driver artLorentz DriverSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion Rifle

Exotic

9,77111,033225,075-Destiny 2 JotunnJötunnSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion RifleAggressive9,67710,774250,236- width=Coriolis ForceSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion Rifle

Exotic

9,67510,532312,963With CatalystDestiny 2 Telesto artTelestoSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion RifleAdaptive9,1099,881153,552-Trinary System artTrinary SystemSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion RiflePrecision8,1129,148188,685-Deliverance art v2DeliveranceSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Fusion RifleHigh-Impact8,9179,917233,025- width=GlacioclasmSameSpecial
Fusion rifle weapon type Destiny 2Grenade Launcher

Exotic

3,601-740,985-Witherhoard art Destiny 2WitherhoardSameSpecial

Endgame content

For the record, while Fusion rifles can hold their own in most PvE content, they aren’t the top choice for Master and Grandmaster content. For the most difficult activities, you want a longer-range option that allows you to easily peek shoot.

Your turn

You now know everything there is to know about Fusion rifles in Destiny 2, whether that is for PVP or PVE content.

See latest Updates

We keep our content up to date! These are the latest changes made to this guide:
  • May 19, 2023: General updates and the inclusion of Season 18, 19, and 20 Fusions.
  • April 10, 2022: The guide is published for the first time.

Stay tuned, and don’t forget to bookmark this page for next season!

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2 Comments
  1. Nathanael ligon

    Update “It’s the season of void”

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    • Wyatt Lamb

      Hey, author here! Things got a little mixed up, tier list has been updated.

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