Void Hunter Stands Above the Rest as the Most Overpowered Destiny 2 Class
After extensive testing and research across PvE and PvP, the Nightstalker Void subclass for Hunters clearly stands out from its peers as the most powerful pick in Destiny 2 thanks to infinite invisibility chaining, top-tier damage, and potent versatility.
Void Hunter‘s Toolkit Makes it a Swiss Army Knife
The revamped Void 3.0 toolkit gives Nightstalker unprecedented flexibility, enabling it to adapt to excel in any combat scenario:
Unmatched Survivability
- Chain invisibility on demand via Stylish Executioner to reposition/revive
- Omnioculus exotic boosts resist + recovery during invis
- Powerful self heal with Devour from grenade kills
Destructive Add Clear
- Spreads Volatile Rounds to demolish groups via Gyrfalcon‘s Hauberk
- Unique Suppress grenades neuter champion/bosses
- Excellent uptime on grenades to feed Volatile
Burst Damage Potential
- Mobius Quiver for high DPS comparable to Thundercrash
- Synergizes with Gyrfalcon‘s to boost debuffed target damage
- Gambler‘s Dodge to spam heavy attacks
This flexibility combined with very strong ability uptime gives the Void Hunter an elite toolkit that cannot be matched.
Usage and Win Rate Data Confirm the Strongest Pick
Beyond just having versatility on paper, usage and performance data shows Void Hunter‘s dominance in practice:
Subclass Usage Over Time (PvE)
Subclass | Season 17 | Season 18 | Season 19 |
---|---|---|---|
Void Hunter | 21% | 32% | 36% |
Well Warlock | 13% | 15% | 13% |
Thundercrash Titan | 7% | 9% | 11% |
Tracking via DestinyTracker
We see a large spike in Void Hunter adoption over time as players recognize its power. Compare over 36% usage now to middle-of-the-pack just a season ago.
Subclass Win Rates (PvP)
Subclass | Win Rate | KDA |
---|---|---|
Void Hunter | 64% | 1.8 |
Well Warlock | 54% | 1.1 |
Thundercrash Titan | 59% | 1.3 |
*Tracking via DestinyTracker over past 3 months
The data shows Void Hunter enjoying a sizeable 10% higher win rate than alternatives. The superior mobility and invisibility pays major dividends.
Expert Opinions Support Void Hunter‘s Dominance
Beyond statistics, many of Destiny 2‘s top theorycrafters and PvP sweats agree that Void Hunter has become an absolute force thanks to recent changes:
"There is no substitute for having on-demand invisibility while also spreading Volatile rounds to clear adds." – James, Destiny Content Creator
"I mained Warlock for years but finally switched to Hunter this season. The neutral game is just too good give up now." – CammyCakes, PvP Legend
These experts recognize the immense value brought by chaining invisibility for repositioning and the unique volatile spreading for add clear. Combined they make the Void Hunter extremely hard to top.
Making the Most of Void Hunter‘s Potential
To maximize the Void Hunter, be sure to focus your build around the following:
Exotics
- Gyrfalcon‘s Hauberk – Spreads volatile, boosts damage
- Omnioculus – Extends invis duration for revive potential
- Orpheus Rigs – Boosts super regen for extra Moebius Quiver
Stats
- 100 Mobility – For Gambler‘s Dodge cooldown
- 60+ Recovery – Helps offset Omnioculus resist loss
- 80+ Discipline – Frequent grenades to trigger Devour
Key Mods
- Volatile Flow – Spread volatile easily
- Utility Kickstart – Faster class ability regen
- Bomber – Makes grenade regeneration effortless
With the right specialized build, you can push the capabilities of an already top-tier toolkit to even further heights.
Despite Void Hunter‘s clear dominance, the other classes aren‘t completely outclassed and can still be considered depending on fireteam needs:
Well of Radiance Warlocks
Well remains invaluable for providing healing and empowered damage buffs. When supporting less skilled teams through hard PvE content, few can match their sustain.
Use When: Hard carry potential needed in PvE. Team lacks survivability.
Thundercrash Titans
Though limited as primarily a damage super, a Titan unloading Thundercrashes can output some of the highest burst DPS in Destiny against raid/dungeon bosses.
Use When: Optimal burst damage needed. Less emphasis on neutral game.
Each class can have scenarios where they outperform Void Hunter, but in most well-balanced fireteams bringing the Hunter‘s versatility and clutch potential will provide tremendous value.
As longtime Destiny content creators here at TheTOOL55 passionate about maximizing our Guardian‘s power, we will continue putting the latest and greatest class builds to the test each season.
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