Destiny 2 Reprised Pulse Rifle: The Ultimate Consistency King for PvP

In the latest update for Destiny 2, titled Episode Revenant, players have witnessed the return of a beloved Pulse Rifle that is now equipped with an enhanced perk pool, making it a prime choice for Player versus Player (PvP) engagements. Its remarkable consistency and user-friendly design elevate its gameplay experience prominently.

Notably, the update brought back not just the iconic Deadlock but also the Gridskipper, marking the first introduction of a Void Pulse Rifle since its debut in Season 14. This revitalization has positioned Gridskipper as one of the standout weapons in the sandbox environment.

While Gridskipper has always been a viable option in PvP, its updated perks allow it to emerge as a top-tier contender. Among the desirable perks are Demolitionist, Perpetual Motion, Repulsor Brace, Destabilizing Rounds, and Frenzy. However, if you aim to dominate in Crucible, there is one superior god roll that should be your focus.

Gridskipper God Roll – Meta Analysis

Barrel: Arrowhead Brake
Magazine: Ricochet Rounds
Perk 1: Lone Wolf
Perk 2: Headseeker
Masterwork: Range

The PvP god roll for Gridskipper, including meta perks. — Image source: Dexerto

The Lone Wolf perk has become the standout choice for PvP players in Destiny 2, offering a significant boost to Aim Assist, Airborne Effectiveness, and Range—catapulting these enhancements to double their effectiveness when no allies are within 15 meters. This ensures players wielding this perk can gain notable advantages, making it hard to justify the use of weapons lacking it in any competitive setting, whether casual or in the Trials of Osiris.

Complementing this perk is Headseeker, which raises precision damage following a body shot. This perk is invaluable as it mitigates damage drop-off, allowing players to achieve Gridskipper’s optimal Time To Kill (TTK) of 730 ms without solely relying on precision hits.

The synergy between Lone Wolf and Headseeker propels Gridskipper into the upper echelons of the weapon meta. The dual bonuses they confer operate seamlessly, requiring no additional effort from the player while significantly enhancing the performance of this Void Pulse Rifle.

While Jurassic Green, a Solar Rapid-Fire Pulse Rifle that featured during Festival of the Lost 2024, shares this perk pairing, it falls short in stats. Gridskipper outpaces it in almost every relevant category, including Range, Stability, and Handling, making it a superior option.

For players exploring alternatives, other notable Pulse Rifles like Bygones and Vantage Point—available through Gambit and the Episode Revenant activities respectively—also present strong combinations, although they are not direct substitutes for Gridskipper’s exceptional performance.

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