Announced back inFebruary 2023, Bungie has finally implemented Checkmate Control into Destiny 2’s Crucible Labs. Here’s how it works and what weapons will help set you up for success.
Destiny 2’s Checkmate Rules and Modifiers
Checkmate Control is a mode that focuses heavily on gunplay instead of abilities and feels much more like a contemporary shooter than any other mode in the sci-fi title. It drastically reduces the charge time of Guardians' supers and abilities. Unless you’re employing a very specific build and have the skills to charge up that super meter through kills, odds are you won’t get a super the entire match.
Additionally, there is a longer time to kill, and Special ammo isn’t reset on death. This prevents people from guarding lanes with sniper rifles and encourages a little more weapon variety. However, Special ammo can still be picked up from kills and by capturing points. While still in its infancy, there is a meta-evolving, andBungie is quickly making adjustments.
Otherwise, it’s your standard Control match. Capture points and nab kills. The team with the most points wins. It feels a lot like PvP when Destiny 2 launched, as teams tend to move as a pack to offset the longer Time to Kill (TTK). I’m personally a fan, as it means you’re not being murdered repeatedly by the same Guardian with a roaming super.
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Best Weapons for Checkmate Control in Destiny 2
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