Guardians, prepare for a game-changing addition to your arsenal! Bungie’s Renegades expansion introduces an entirely new Heat Weapons sub-family that ditches traditional magazines for a heat-generation mechanic. This Star Wars-inspired system brings blaster-style gameplay to Destiny 2, and it’s dropping December 2, 2025.
What Makes Heat Weapons Special?
Unlike conventional weapons, Heat Weapons lack magazines and fire directly from reserves, generating heat with each shot. The innovation lies in active heat management—players can manually vent to cool down faster, or risk overheating for a longer recovery period. This creates a skill-based rhythm that rewards tactical decision-making during intense firefights.
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Destiny 2 : Key Heat Weapon Stats
| Stat | Function |
|---|---|
| Heat Generated | Heat produced per shot |
| Cooling Efficiency | Passive cooldown rate |
| Vent Speed | Manual cooling speed |
Dynamic vs. Balanced Archetypes
The Heat Weapons family introduces two distinct archetypes: Dynamic offers higher base damage but generates more heat while cooling faster between shots, whereas Balanced features very low heat generation with dramatically increased vent speed when manually cooling at high heat.
Dynamic excels in burst damage scenarios—perfect for taking down majors quickly. Balanced shines in sustained combat, letting you maintain fire longer without interruption.
Complete Heat Weapons Arsenal
Here’s your loadout preview:
Primary Weapons:
- Modified B-7 Pistol (Stasis Hand Cannon – Dynamic)
- All or Nothing (Strand Pulse Rifle – Dynamic)
- M-17 “Fast Talker” (Stasis SMG – Balanced)
- Compact Defender (Void Sidearm – Dynamic)
Special Weapons:
- Uncivil Discourse (Arc Hand Cannon – Dynamic)
- Praxic Blade (Kinetic Exotic Sword)
- Heirloom (Solar Exotic Crossbow)
Heavy:
- Refurbished A499 (Kinetic Sniper Rifle)
Bonus: Primary ammo Heat Weapons deal increased damage to powerful combatants including Champions, mini-bosses, and Elites—making them essential for endgame content.
Why This Matters
This isn’t just new guns with fancy meters. Heat Weapons fundamentally change weapon management strategy. Instead of counting bullets, you’re reading temperature gauges and timing vents. It’s active engagement versus passive reloading—a welcome evolution for Destiny 2’s combat loop.
Learn more about Destiny 2: Renegades from Bungie’s official announcement.
Looking to master other Destiny 2 mechanics? Check out our Edge of Fate power cap guide for leveling strategies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do Heat Weapons require special ammo types?
Heat Weapons use their designated ammo type (Primary, Special, or Heavy) but draw directly from reserves without magazines. Primary ammo variants get bonus damage against powerful enemies.
Q: Can I switch between Dynamic and Balanced archetypes?
No, each weapon is locked to its archetype. Choose Dynamic for aggressive burst playstyles or Balanced for sustained fire tactics based on your combat preferences.
