How Do Weapons & Gear Tiers Work in Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate

Weapons and Gear Tiers in Destiny 2 Weapons and gear tiers in The Edge of Fate

After The Final Shape, developers Bungie have introduced new weapons and gear tiers in Destiny 2. In The Edge of Fate, developers Bungie have given a lot of information for the players to understand the game with a new tier system for weapons and armours that gives more progression. While it might seem a bit complex at first but the system is designed to offer a clearer path for upgrading your load.

This guide breaks down how the new weapons and gear tiers in Destiny 2 work.

Weapon and Gears Tiers in Destiny 2

Weapons and Gear Tiers in Destiny 2 Weapons and gear tiers in The Edge of Fate
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Weapons and gear tiers in Destiny 2 have 5 different levels that range from Tier 1 (basic) to Tier 2 (best). Each one adds more benefits, which transform your gear into a powerhouse. Let’s take a look at what each tier provides:

  • Tier 1: Base weapon with no further enchantments.
  • Tier 2: Comes with two enhanced traits,
  • Tier 3: Gives you all the pre-enhanced traits with two perk options.
  • Tier 4: Includes previous traits plus upgrades, mods, magazine, and barrels.
  • Tier 5: A top tier with all the previous enhancement traits, with a third multi-perk column and new cosmetics.

These tiers provide enhanced gameplay, effectiveness, and performance-based rewards.

Armour Tiers: Stat-Focused and Simple

Weapons and Gear Tiers in Destiny 2 Weapons and gear tiers in The Edge of Fate
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Armour tiers have a straightforward and similar format. The focus here is not stat rolls and higher tiers offering better bonuses.

  • Tier 1: 48-53 stat points
  • Tier 2: 53-58 stat points
  • Tier 3: 59-64 stat points
  • Tier 4: 65-72 stat points
  • Tier 5: 73-75 stat points plus stat tuning

Stat tuning will help the players place mods to enhance the stat the armour is tuned to. For example, armour tuned to boost Melee will allow mods to amplify the stats.

Obtaining Higher-Tier Weapons

In Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate, Bungie has released more updates about obtaining items from each tier.

All players will begin with Tier 1 items from the campaign and will slowly progress to Tier 2. Tier 3 functions similarly to the Adept weapons right now. Tiers 4 and 5 are tied to high difficulty end game, including new missions and activities.

And that’s all you need to know about the weapons and gear tiers in Destiny 2. As Bungie releases new details, we will update this guideline for the game Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate. For more Destiny 2 content, stay tuned to RetroNoob.