Good day, Guardians. Are you having trouble figuring out which is the best Auto Rifle in the current meta? We got you covered. Let us showcase some of the best Auto Rifles currently available in Destiny 2.
If you, like the other Guardians, are lost in this vast void of weapons and have no clue on how to maximize your playstyle because you don’t know which are the good ones? Don’t worry. Here we will feature ten of the best Auto Rifles in the game, and hopefully, it will help you in selecting the perfect one. So, without any further delay, let’s get started.
10. Krait
Krait is a kinetic-based Automatic Rifle that deals with stasis damage. It first made its debut back in season 16. Krait has been a popular pick for players because of its high fire rate and moderate magazine size. Unfortunately, the krait is also a non-craftable weapon that Players can only obtain from the gunsmith. If you want a weapon with a high fire rate, this is a fantastic choice, but keep in mind that it has lower impact damage. Aside from that, all the other stats are impressive.
How to get:
Players can purchase this weapon from the gunsmith Banshee-44 for 30 Legendary shards and 7000 Glimmer. You should be able to buy the weapon from him if you have enough material. Head to the tower to find the gunsmith; speak with him to obtain this weapon.
9. Sweet Sorrow
Sweet Sorrow is an arc-powered energy Auto Rifle making waves in both PvE and PvP, and it is also one of the few craftable Auto Rifles in the game. It debuted as part of the PsiOps Battleground Gear Set in Season 16. Since it is a craftable weapon, you can easily improve its stats with additional attachments.
How to get:
Players can obtain sweet Sorrow by finishing the PsiOps Battleground mission. Go to the H.E.L.M on Mars and head to the War Table to get this weapon via Umbral Engrams.
8. The Summoner
The Summoner is the first one on our list. It is a legendary auto rifle with high-impact damage, and it made its debut back in Season 10. Since then, it has earned its reputation in the community. Although it is an energy-based weapon that deals solar damage to adversaries, it also has some other perks that make it a solid pick.
Unfortunately, it is a non-craftable weapon, and you can only obtain it by completing challenges in the Trials of Osiris. It uses primary ammo, which means you can use another weapon in your energy slot.
How to get:
The Summoner is only available through The Trials of Osiris. It’s a PvP mode, and its loot pool rotates every week.
7. Ammit AR2
Ammit AR2 is a Legendary Auto Rifle in Destiny 2 that has strong impact damage with moderate base stats. It made its debut back in Season 18 or more commonly known as Season of the Plunder. As such, it is relatively new to the game and has already got the seventh position on our list. Since Ammit AR2 uses primary ammo and deals solar damage, it can be instrumental in certain scenarios. You can craft this weapon once you have the weapon’s blueprint.
How to get:
Players can get this from Legendary Engrams or by completing the Foundry Shaping quest.
6. SUROS Regime
SUROS Regime is the first exotic Auto Rifle on our list. It is a kinetic weapon that uses primary ammo, and it first appeared in Season 3 and has come a long way since then. Although this weapon has had its ups and downs over the years, it is still a viable option in the current meta in both PvE and PvP.
How to get:
Players can obtain SUROS Regime from Exotics engrams or Powerful engrams. Exotic engram is a rare drop, and the only way to get them is through the weekly milestones.
5. The Last Breath
The Last Breath is a Legendary Auto Rifle that made its debut back in season 15 as part of the Trials of the Nine Reissues Set. Since then, it has gained its reputation in the Destiny 2 community. It is a kinetic-based weapon and deals kinetic damage to your enemy.
How to get:
Players can obtain this weapon from the Prophecy dungeon. You will receive this weapon after completing the dungeon for the second time. However, if you want a better version of this weapon, it will appear inside the secret chest during the raid, provided you already got one in your inventory.
4. Scathelocke
Scathelock is a Legendary Auto Rifle that first appeared in Season 15 as part of the World Drop Reissues Set. It is a kinetic weapon that uses primary ammo. As it is a non-craftable Auto Rifle with balanced stats, it has become a must-pick if you prefer something with high-impact damage and low recoil.
How to get:
This weapon is a random drop, meaning you can get it by killing enemies or obtaining it through legendary engrams. This weapon can also be purchased by spending gunsmith mats.
3. Chroma Rush
Chroma Rush is a Legendary Auto Rifle with a higher base stat and impact damage than its contemporaries. It also has a very high fire rate. This weapon first appeared back in Season 14 as part of the Override Gear Set.
How to get:
Players can obtain this weapon through Season of the Splicer activities. You can also get this weapon by focusing on the umbral engram or completing the weekly activities.
2. Monte Carlo
The second exotic Auto Rifle on our list is the Monte Carlo. It is currently competing for first place with Gnawing Hunger. Even though you can choose either of them, Gnawing Hunger has a slight advantage over Monte Carlo. It debuted in Season 8 without any set. Monte Carlo uses primary ammunition and deals kinetic damage to your opponents.
How to get:
Players can only obtain this weapon from the world loot pool or any non-specific loot source. As the core game has a large loot pool at this point, getting it from there might turn into a tedious task.
1. Gnawing Hunger
Gnawing Hunger is the best Legendary Auto Rifle in Destiny 2 right now. Many consider this an S-tier weapon due to its higher impact damage and large magazine capacity. In addition, it has excellent base stats and a great fire rate. You can kill any Major in the game with a single reload. Also, this energy-based weapon can deal void damage. It first appeared in Season 6 and, since then, made a place for itself in the current meta.
How to get:
You can obtain this weapon by leveling up the gunsmith’s rank and any weekly activity reward. Furthermore, you can also obtain this weapon by focusing on legendary engrams.
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These are the top 10 best Auto Rifles in Destiny 2. And as with any list, this one is extremely subjective and will change with future updates. Since many of these Auto Rifles can be fantastic if used correctly with proper load-outs, it all comes down to your playstyle. Hope this guide helps, and best of luck out there, Guardian.
