The next big update 1.1.4 for Destiny 2 will significantly enhance many weapons – including pulse rifles. We will show you which representatives of this weapon class will become particularly strong as part of the March update.
The upcoming update milestone brings a lot of changes for Destiny 2 on March 27. The PvP will be fundamentally overhauled. The balance of classes and weapons will also be redefined. In the course of these changes, pulse rifles will be significantly buffed. As a result, this currently neglected weapon class will become really attractive.
We will show you some pulse rifles that will represent a convincing alternative to the previously dominant weapons in Destiny 2 after the March update.
The strongest pulse rifles after the March update
Some of these weapons are already a solid choice due to their perks and performance. However, with the upcoming changes, they will be even more worthwhile starting March 27. Because as part of the upcoming update, they will be buffed to a serious alternative to scouts and auto rifles, and should no longer go unnoticed by then.
The following pulse rifles should not be missed:
Wings of Vigilance
The Wings of Vigilance is a fast-firing exotic pulse rifle and is carried in the kinetic slot. Looking closer at the intrinsic perk, it becomes clear that the strengths of the wings clearly lie in PvP.
This solid weapon is excellent for mid-range. If you additionally equip armor mods that reduce the recoil of the kinetic weapon, this pulse rifle becomes even more effective. Three bursts are usually enough to take down an opponent.
Currently, the Wings of Vigilance have only one real flaw – the damage output. This issue will be corrected with the upcoming update. After that, the weapon will be a recommended alternative for PvP.
Relentless
The Relentless is a legendary pulse rifle from the Trials of the Nine and is carried in the kinetic slot. It is excellently suited for PvP – provided you are skilled at landing headshots when it matters. The recoil behavior is slightly predictable and can be well controlled. The weapon feels really pleasant to use.
The current problem with this pulse rifle is the generally weak archetype it belongs to and the fact that both the body shot damage dealt and the bonus damage from Headseeker are too low. However, this issue will be addressed by the upcoming update. After that, the Relentless should be a recommended choice in PvP for all Guardians who can aim well.
True Prophecy II
The legendary pulse rifle True Prophecy II is the winning weapon of the New Monarchy from the 4th faction rally and is carried in the kinetic slot. As a pulse rifle, the weapon is very solid. The perk combination is suitable for both PvE and PvP. It is particularly suited for mid to long range.
Currently, the weapon cannot compete with auto rifles at mid-range or with scouts at longer ranges. However, the upcoming update will significantly strengthen both the weapon itself and its perk Overflow. By then, you should give this weapon a chance.
Coronation Speech
The Coronation Speech is a legendary pulse rifle from the Calus raid and is equipped in the energy slot. It is already a really good weapon with very strong perks, which mostly just lacks damage.
In the right hands, this weapon can also pose a threat in its current state and can even stand up to auto rifles. It can also shine brilliantly in PvE. This rifle will benefit immensely from the upcoming changes and should then at the latest be found in every Guardian’s closer selection of weapons.
Graviton Lance
The Graviton Lance is an exotic pulse rifle and is carried in the energy slot. In its current state, the Lance is hardly even worth mentioning. Currently, it finds no serious application in the game because it disappoints across the board as an exotic and is not worth an exotic slot.
However, as part of the overhaul of exotics, this weapon is set to be massively improved. Although the changes are only planned for May, a brief overview of the upcoming changes sounded very exciting and promising. So you should definitely keep an eye on this pulse rifle in the future.
Cadence-43
The Cadence-43 is a legendary pulse rifle that is carried in the energy slot. It strongly resembles the Iron Sights or the PDX from the predecessor title and is a very solid choice with good perks for PvE. With stability mods for armor, the weapon can be further optimized. Then it can also be pleasant to use in PvP.
The problem with the Cadence-43 is, as with all other pulse rifles, the currently too low damage output. With the upcoming buff of this weapon class, this weapon should also soon be worth a closer look for Guardians.
Last Bastion
The Last Bastion is a legendary pulse rifle for the energy slot. The weapon performs well in both PvE and PvP. The perk Overflow is particularly useful and noticeable when fighting against large masses of enemies in PvE.
The weapon handling is good, and the vertical recoil can be easily balanced out. If you have stability mods equipped, the weapon can also become an extremely lethal instrument in PvP.
Starting March 27, this pulse rifle should also represent a solid alternative for the energy slot. If the weapon is missing from your collection, you still have enough time to earn it. The Last Bastion is definitely worth a recommendation.
Swift Ride
The Swift Ride is a legendary pulse rifle and is carried in the energy slot. Due to its perks, it is excellent for PvP – provided you can land headshots when the situation demands it.
But it also feels enjoyable in PvE. The rifle performs well at mid-range. The recoil behavior is predictable and can be easily compensated.
The problem with this weapon is the fact that both the body shot damage dealt and the bonus damage from Headseeker are too low. However, this issue will be addressed by the upcoming update. After that, you should at least try taking a Swift Ride through the enemy ranks.
Darkness Forward
The Darkness Forward is a legendary pulse rifle from the Trials of the Nine and is carried in the energy slot. It is excellent for PvP and is regarded by many Guardians as the best pulse rifle for Guardian duels.
In skilled hands, the high fire rate, Fixed Draw, and the fully automatic trigger system make the weapon a serious competitor to auto rifles and scouts even in the current meta. Terms like “laser with range” or “divine” are often mentioned.
With the upcoming update 1.1.4, this strong weapon will soon become even more powerful. For PvP fans, this pulse rifle is an absolute must-have! If you don’t have it in your collection yet, you certainly have a compelling reason to check out the Trials of the Nine by the end of March.
What do you think of this selection? Are all your favorites included, or is a strong representative of pulse rifles missing?
Destiny 2 is a multiplayer online loot shooter with MMO elements developed by Bungie. It was released on September 6, 2017, for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and ...
