The Ultimate Guide to Division 2 DPS Builds

With over a thousand hours played across multiple characters, I‘ve theorycrafted and tested countless builds in order to push Division 2‘s mechanics to their limits. In this guide, I‘ll be bringing that depth of expertise to analyze some of the highest damage options available in Title Update 12.1.

Below I break down the essential damage dealing builds, evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of each to help you utilize them effectively. I also suggest modifications and tactics tailored to different activities and playstyles. Let‘s get started!

Table of Contents

• DPS Build Framework
• The Glass Cannon
  • Summary
  • Gearing Priority
  • Modifications
  • Gameplay Tips
• The Explosive Regulus
  • Summary
  • Optimal Gear
  • Damage Interactions
  • Recommended Activities
• The Eclipse Firestarter
  • Summary
  • Ability Prioritization
  • Hybrid Variants
  • Counters
• The Artillery Turret
  • Summary
  • Positioning Tactics
  • Modifications
  • Lycostrophic variant
• Final Thoughts

DPS Build Framework

When evaluating Division 2 builds, we first need to analyze the core damage sources and multipliers that govern overall DPS…