In a fantasy world like Destiny 2, sidearms may be pushed off to the side due to their seemingly docile nature.
In comparison to other weapons like fusion rifles, rocket launchers, or those that shoot out elemental energy, a sidearm is very plain in comparison. But in Destiny 2, several of the game’s sidearms are anything but plain and are quite fun to use, on the contrary.
Don’t let their bland appearances or descriptions fool you—sidearms in Destiny 2 can pack a punch. They’re powerful in the right hands and with the right perks, and can quickly be swapped to in a pinch to finish off an enemy in a raid and in the Crucible alike.
Now in Lightfall, a handful of new sidearms have joined the game and the meta when it comes to swapping quickly to a light pistol that can pack a big punch depending on how you use it and what mods and subclass you pair it with.
These are currently the best sidearms to use in Destiny 2.
Best sidearms for PvE in Destiny 2
Sidearms can be deadly in PvE activities. Oftentimes they are overlooked due to the nature of the weapon archetype itself, but they can be incredibly fun to use with certain builds.
Final Warning
Source: “The Final Strand” Lightfall quest
Brigand’s Law
Source: Season of Plunder activities
Mykel’s Reverence
Source: Root of Nightmares raid
Liminal Vigil
Source: Spire of the Watcher dungeon
Farewell
Source: Season of the Splicer
Forerunner
Source: Bungie 30th Anniversary
Rat King
Source: Exotic kiosk
Cryosthesia 77K
Source: Season of the Splicer season pass
Devil’s Ruin
Source: Exotic kiosk
Best sidearms for PvP in Destiny 2
Sidearms are generally not the best weapons for Crucible, but a quick trigger finger or the right roll on a full-auto sidearm can be a lot of fun to use in casual playlists when you’re grinding out Pinnacle rewards with your clan each week.
Allied Demand
Source: Iron Banner
Peacebond
Source: Iron Banner
Trespasser
Source: Season of the Haunted season pass
Drang (Baroque)
Source: Season of the Haunted
Punching Out
Source: Vanguard Strikes
Spoiler Alert
Source: Legendary Engrams
Published: Mar 20, 2023 10:45 am