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Destiny 2 Nightfall Weapon Rotation: Farming Guide and Tips

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Destiny 2 Nightfall Weapon Rotation: Farming Guide and Tips

Nightfall weapon rotation is an important thing that you must know if you want to get it. best weapon in games Destiny 2.

Every week, Bungie implements a weapon rotation. exclusive which you can only get by completing Nightfall.

Well, in this article we will discuss in depth the Nightfall weapon rotation, the list of weapons, and farming tips that can help you be more effective.

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What is Nightfall Weapon Rotation?

Game Destiny 2. Source: Reddit.

Nightfall weapon rotation is an exclusive weapon rotation system available as a reward drop from completing Nightfall missions in Destiny 2.

Each week, Bungie changes the weapons available, so you only have a limited time to hunt down a particular weapon before it's replaced by another.

This rotation is weekly, usually reset every Tuesday server time. Now, these weapons have different drop chances depending on the Nightfall difficulty level you choose Hero, Legend, Master, or Grandmaster (GM). The higher the difficulty level, the greater your chances of getting the version with the best perks or even the Grandmaster-specific Adept Weapon.

Why is this rotation important? Because some Nightfall weapons have a status meta-defining alias can change your playing strategy in PvE and PvP. For example, Wendigo GL3 or Buzzard are often targeted by players because of their performance in many activities.

Nightfall Weapons List and Rotation

Nightfall Weapons. Source: YouTube/Above.

In Destiny 2, there are eight Nightfall weapons that rotate weekly. This rotation is crucial for those of you hunting for the best versions (god roll) of each weapon.

The Adept Weapon version can only be obtained when Grandmaster Nightfall mode is active, so make sure you are ready with your best power level and fireteam!

If you want to know what weapons are active this week, you can check directly in-game, or visit a trusted community site like Dexerto for weekly updates.

Weapons & Rotation Details

Weapon Name Weapon Type Element Adept Availability
Pre Astyanax IV Bow Arc Grandmaster Nightfall
Loaded Question Fusion Rifle Arc Grandmaster Nightfall
Warden's Law Hand Cannons Void Grandmaster Nightfall
Undercurrent Grenade Launchers Arc Grandmaster Nightfall
The Swarms Machine Guns Arc Grandmaster Nightfall
Uzume RR4 Sniper Rifles Solar Grandmaster Nightfall
The Hothead RocketLauncher Arc Grandmaster Nightfall
Mindbender's Ambition Shotgun Solar Grandmaster Nightfall

Each weapon comes with a possibility random roll, so you may need to complete the Nightfall multiple times to get the perk combination you're after.

Some weapons like Warden's Law and Loaded Question are known to have great performance in PvE, while Mindbender's Ambition is still the main choice for PvP shotgun lovers.

How to Farm Nightfall Weapons Efficiently

How to Farm Weapons. Source: YouTube/Above.

If you want to farm Nightfall weapons to the max, you need the right strategy. Here are some tips for you:

Choose the Right Nightfall Mode

  • Hero (1770 Power): Quite easy and suitable for casual farming, but the chance of dropping weapons is lower.
  • Legend (1810 Power): A little more challenging, but better rewards.
  • Master (1840 Power): Ideal for serious farming, especially if you can speedrun.
  • Grandmaster (1840+ with Certain Loadouts): Has a chance to drop Adept weapons, but requires a solid fireteam and coordination.

Recommended Loadout

Use anti-Champion weapons like Arbalest, Wish-Ender, or SMG/Hand Cannon with Anti-Barrier/Overload perks. Don't forget to also use subclasses that can help control mobs, for example:

  • Void Hunter with Graviton Forfeit
  • Solar Warlock with Well of Radiance

Best Time for Farming

Weekly reset is the best time to start farming. Usually the community is also active in sharing tips and recommended loadouts once the weekly weapons are announced. If you play at the beginning of the week, the chances of getting a fireteam are also higher.

Solo vs Fireteam

If you play solo, Hero and Legend can still be handled with the right loadout. But if you want to push Master or Grandmaster, it's better to play with a fireteam, either friends or LFG to maximize farming efficiency and minimize wipes.

By understanding the nightfall weapon rotation, you can be better prepared to target the best weapons in Destiny 2. Especially if you want the Adept version with the perfect perk for your build.

So, make sure you don't miss the weekly rotation and make the most of your time farming!

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If you need up-to-date weekly rotation info, just check out the Destiny 2 community on Reddit or Discord official. Happy Guardian weapon hunting!

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