In Destiny 2: Curse of Osiris reach the Max Power Level 335 – Here are 4 tips on how to reach the max level.
The “Curse of Osiris” expansion increased the maximum Power Level in Destiny 2. Previously capped at 305, it now goes up to 335 Power (including mods).
Most of you will have likely started the new expansion with a Power Level over 300. First, play through the new campaign to access all endgame content. Through loot drops or vendor rewards, you will likely be over Power Level 310 after that, as “normal loot” now provides significantly above the previous maximum of 305.
To reach 335, you now have a few – partly new – options available. Here are 4 tips for leveling up.
Play the normal Leviathan raid to guarantee an item at max level
This tip is currently spreading on social media, with unclear whether it is a bug or intentional: If you defeat Calus in the Leviathan raid, the chest will definitely contain an item at 335 (or 330 without mod). No matter what Power Level you are.
You only need to defeat Calus on the normal difficulty, which now has a recommended Power Level of 300. This way, you can quickly and relatively easily obtain your first item at the new max level.
By the way, the chests from other raid encounters also contain items that can advance your Power Level. Thus, the Leviathan raid is an excellent activity to quickly boost your Power Level. Moreover, you will also earn raid keys that can lead you to Exotics.
With Exotics to 335
The Exotics continue to be an excellent source for increasing your Power Level. They can bring you up to 335.
There are several ways to obtain Exotic items, such as through the raid or via Cayde’s treasure maps. Still, the most efficient method is to play public events to earn Exotics. Activate a “Fireteam Medallion” from Tess Everis to increase the drop rate.
Additionally, you will receive a guaranteed Exotic upon completing the Curse of Osiris campaign.
Tip: Xur will soon sell Three of Coins (starting from 12/15). This will increase the drop rates for Exotics from all sources for 4 hours. This way, you can obtain Exotics even faster.
Heroic Strikes as a new milestone
You can view the milestones in your Director. All milestones that drop “Powerful Gear” weekly will get you to 335 Power. However, they can only be completed once per week and per character.
These include:
- The Flashpoint
- The Nightfall Strike
- The Leviathan Raid
- The Call to Arms
- The Clan Milestone
- Heroic Strikes
The heroic Strikes were newly introduced with Curse of Osiris. They have a recommended Power Level of 270 and are meant to enhance strikes in Destiny 2. Complete three of them, and you will receive Powerful Gear.
The new weapon forge also helps you progress
At the Lighthouse, there is a weapon forge with which you can craft special Osiris Vex weapons. These weapons are also supposed to scale with your Power Level and advance you in progression.
Once you have forged your first weapon, three more Vex weapons in the form of Lost Prophecies will be available to you weekly.
Gathering the materials needed to forge the weapons is quite laborious. You will need to play many public events, strikes, or PvP matches. Along the way, you will find some additional Exotics that will also boost your Power Level.
What Power Level are you at?
