Destiny 2: Top 10 Best Raid Weapons Ranked

Annanda Islam
By Annanda Islam
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Are you looking for the Best Raid Weapons in Destiny 2? Then you are in luck, as here we will go through everything that you need to know about the Raid Weapons available in Destiny 2.

Bungie is constantly adding new weapons to the game. While some of these weapons are obtainable from general quests and activities, others need to complete certain dungeons or kill certain enemies. Similarly, there are some great weapons that can only be obtained from the raids.

Raid weapons are highly sought-after weapons throughout the Destiny 2 Community. This is because raids are the most challenging PvE content In Destiny 2. In this guide, we will go through some of the best raid weapons in Destiny 2.

This list was updated Based on Season of the Haunted (Season 17).

10. Submission

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Weapon TypeSubmachine Gun
How To ObtainVow of the Disciple Raid
Source | DLCThe Witch Queen
Weapon SlotKinetic
Ammo TypePrimary
ArchetypeLightweight
PvE God RollOverflow, Frenzy
PvP God RollPerpetual Motion, Killing Wind
Tier ListA
Submission

Submission is obtainable from the vow of the disciple raid. It has some great perks for both PvP and PvE. Especially Overflow and Frenzy are extremely good for PvE, while Perpetual Motion and Killing Wind are the God rolls for PvP. On top of that, this weapon fits with any loadout.

Moreover, if you have the witch Queen DLC and you’ve reached the mid-end game without a good weapon, then this weapon has a lot to offer. As we know, some of the raids can be extremely difficult, and you can use this weapon on those raids to farm a better weapon more efficiently.

09. Trustee

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Weapon TypeScout Rifle
How To ObtainDeep Stone Crypt Raid
Source | DLCBeyond Light
Weapon SlotSolar
Ammo TypePrimary
ArchetypeRapid-Fire
PvE God RollReconstruction, Surplus
PvP God RollHigh-impact Reverses, Redirection
Tier ListA
Trustee

The trustee is obtainable from Deep Stone Crypt Raid. This weapon has a lot to offer if you know what you are looking for. It has a stylish look with a mild firing sound. Additionally, this weapon has some great perks to choose from. Although High-impact Reverses and Redirection are not the best rolls for PvP, Reconstruction and Surplus are undoubtedly the best perks you can get with this weapon for PvE activities.

Although you need the Beyond Light DLC to obtain this weapon or get access to the Deep stone crypt raid, This DLC is well worth it for raid weapons like these. Raids can be brutal without a good weapon or proper loadout. You can use this weapon to clear these raids and get a better version of this weapon.

08. Found Verdict

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Weapon TypeShotgun
How To ObtainVault of Glass Raid
Source | DLCFree-to-Play
Weapon SlotArc
Ammo TypeSpecial
ArchetypeAggressive
PvE God RollSurplus
PvP God RollOpening Shot
Tier ListS
Found Verdict

Found Verdict is obtainable from Vault of Glass Raid. This shotgun is one of the best aggressive frame shotguns in Destiny 2. As of season of the Haunted, found Verdict is the must-have shotgun for your PvE loadout. Opening Shot Roll is the Beast for any PvP activities, while Surplus is still moderately good for PvE.

This is a free-to-play weapon, meaning anyone can obtain this weapon from the Vault of Glass Raid. The best part is that you can get a better stat weapon by completing this raid several times. With a little bit of luck on your weapon rolls, you can make this shotgun a complete beast.

07. Forbearance

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Weapon TypeGrenade Launcher
How To ObtainVow of the Disciple Raid
Source | DLCThe Witch Queen
Weapon SlotArc
Ammo TypeSpecial
ArchetypeWave
PvE God RollChain Reaction
PvP God RollAmbitious Assassin
Tier ListS
Forbearance

Forbearance is obtainable from the Vow of the Disciple Raid. This grenade launcher is the best wave frame grenade launcher we have got so far. Although Forbearance is an average pick for PvP activities, it really shines in PvE activities. Chain Reaction is one of the best rolls for any PvE activities.

Unfortunately, you need the Witch Queen DLC to unlock this weapon from the Vow of the Disciple Raid. If you already have the DLC, you can get a better version of this weapon from this raid. You can use this weapon to clear any raids in Destiny 2.

06. Heritage

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Weapon TypeShotgun
How To ObtainDeep Stone Crypt Raid
Source | DLCBeyond Light
Weapon SlotKinetic
Ammo TypeSpecial 
ArchetypePinpoint Slug
PvE God RollReconstruction
PvP God RollRecombination, Auto-Loading Holster
Tier ListS
Heritage

Heritage is obtainable from the Deep Stone Crypt Raid. Since this is a kinetic slot Shotgun, you can use this weapon without worrying about the ammo. While the Found Verdict excels at PvP, This shotgun is an absolute beast for PvE activities. Reconstruction is one of the best rolls for PvE, while Recombination and Auto-Loading Holster are also perfect for PvP.

You should remember that this shotgun is only available in the Deep Stone Crypt Raid if you already have the Beyond Light Expansion pack. Beyond light is a great expansion pack to have because of these raid weapons.

05. Succession

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Weapon TypeSniper Rifle
How To ObtainDeep Stone Crypt Raid
Source | DLCBeyond Light
Weapon SlotKinetic
Ammo TypeSpecial
ArchetypeAggressive
PvE God RollReconstruction, Recombination
PvP God RollMoving Target, Snapshot Sights
Tier ListS
Succession

Succession is obtainable from the Deep Stone Crypt Raid. This sniper rifle is the best sniper rifle from the Deep Stone Crypt Raid so far. Succession excels at both PvE and PvP, which makes it extremely valuable for your loadout. Reconstruction and Recombination for PvE, Moving Target, and Snapshot Sights for PvP God Rolls for this sniper rifle.

This is one of the best weapons from the Beyond Light expansion pack, which makes this DLC all the more valuable for your account. However, if you want to get a better version of this weapon, you must complete this raid several times.

04. Insidious

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Weapon TypePulse Rifle
How To ObtainVow of the Disciple Raid
Source | DLCThe Witch Queen
Weapon SlotArc
Ammo TypePrimary
ArchetypeAggressive Burst
PvE God RollRapid Hit, Rampage
PvP God RollRampage, Rapid Hit
Tier ListS
Insidious

Insidious is obtainable from Vow of the Disciple Raid. This weapon has no bad perks in its perks pool and excels in both PvP and PvE. Aggressive Burst deals a lot of damage within a short window. Rapid Hit and Rampage are both great for PvP and PvE.

The witch Queen DLC has a lot to offer from the Vow of the Disciple Raid. You can get weapons like Insidious from these raids and farm their better version with God rolls and great stats. This weapon is a great choice overall for clear raids and other activities.

03. Corrective Measure

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Weapon TypeMachine Gun
How To ObtainVault of Glass Raid
Source | DLCFree-to-Play
Weapon SlotVoid
Ammo TypeHeavy
ArchetypeAdaptive
PvE God RollRewind Round
PvP God RollOne for All
Tier ListS
Corrective Measure

Corrective Measure is obtainable from the Vault of Glass Raid. Corrective Measure features some of the best class perks. With Rewind Rounds and Firefly, this could be the best legendary machine gun in the entire game. Although this gun is not suitable for PvP, with a little bit of luck while rolling, this weapon can be a beast in PvP.

This is a free-to-play weapon from the Vault of Glass Raid. This raid is the only place where players can farm some great weapons in the game without spending money. Players can also farm a better version of this weapon from Vault of Glass Raid.

02. Fatebringer

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Weapon TypeHand Cannon
How To ObtainVault of Glass Raid
Source | DLCFree-to-Play
Weapon SlotKinetic
Ammo TypePrimary
ArchetypeAdaptive
PvE God RollExplosive Payload, Firefly
PvP God RollKilling Wind, Opening Shot
Tier ListS
Fatebringer

Fatebringer is obtainable from the Vault of Glass Raid. One of the most iconic legendary weapons in the game, Fatebringer comes with insane stats and great perks. While the Explosive Payload and Firefly are great for PvE, Killing Wind and Opening Shot are also extremely valuable for PvP.

This is another hidden gem from the Vault of Glass Raid. This hand can have a lot to offer if you know what you are looking for, and the Destiny 2 community loves this weapon for its looks and perks. Since this is a free-to-play weapon, players can easily farm a better version of this weapon from the raid.

01. Commemoration

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Weapon TypeMachine Gun
How To ObtainDeep Stone Crypt Raid
Source | DLCBeyond Light
Weapon SlotVoid
Ammo TypeHeavy
ArchetypeAdaptive
PvE God RollReconstruction, Under Pressure
PvP God RollDynamic Sway Reduction, Under Pressure
Tier ListS
Commemoration

Commemoration is obtainable from Deep Stone Crypt Raid. Everyone loves machine guns for their ammo efficiency. Commemoration can wipe out the whole map with a single reload, making it one of the top tiers of weapons for PvP activities. However, this weapon has some great perks for PvE also. While Reconstruction and Under Pressure really excel at PvE, Dynamic Sway Reduction and Under Pressure are equally good for PvP.

This is the best weapon from the Beyond light expansion and Deep Stone Crypt Raid. If you want a better version of this machine gun, you can just run the Deep Stone Crypt Raid until you are satisfied with the stats.

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These are some of the best raid weapons available in Destiny 2. Hopefully, this guide was helpful, and you have learned something new about raid weapons. You can also check out our other guides to help you take your Destiny 2 journey to the next level. Good luck out there, Guardians.

By Annanda Islam Guide Writer
Annanda Islam is a passionate gamer and writer at GameRiv. With an innate passion for gaming, Annanda loves FPS action and RPG.