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The launch ofThe Edge of Fatebrought about a lot of changes to the core mechanics ofDestiny 2, and one such affected mechanic is ammo generation. Instead of being completely random, ammo brick drops are now a bit more deterministic, and players should now have more ways to top their munitions off while fending off hordes of enemies.
Every gun post-Edge of Fatecomes with an Ammo Generation stat, and this can drastically affect how players use theirweapons inDestiny 2. This guide covers how this Ammo Generation stat works, as well as some tips on how to make the most out of it.
What Does Ammo Generation Do in Destiny 2?
Ammo Generation refers to how quickly a weapon can fill up the Special and Heavy Ammo bars found at the bottom-left side of the screen. Once these bars are filled, an ammo brick of the corresponding type will pop out of the next enemy you defeat.
The higher the Ammo Generation stat, the quicker these bars will fill. There are a few things to keep in mind, though:
How to Increase Ammo Generation in Destiny 2
Apart from just using weapons with better Ammo Generation, you can make your ammo meters progress fasterby using mods or perks. If you’re using a Legendary weapon, you can use theBandolier and Abundant Ammo modsto increase their Ammo Generation stat. Otherwise, perks likeImpromptu Ammunitioncan boost Ammo Generation for all of your weapons.
As far asDestiny 2armor mods go, you can installAmmo Generation Chest mods. These will boost the Ammo Generation for weapons of a specific element. Meanwhile,Ammo Finder Helmet modsmake anything that increases your ammo meter more effective.
Alternatively, you can installScavenger modsin your leg armor — Scavenger mods won’t increase Ammo Generation, but they’ll make it so that you get more bullets per ammo brick you pick up.
Additionally,the Weapon stat in your armorwill give you a chance to get more bullets per ammo brick, but only if the stat exceeds 100. The higher your total Weapons stat, the bigger the chance you have at getting more ammo (and you’ll deal more damage to bosses and Guardians too).
