Shoaib has played Remnant 2 for 20+ hours and gone through various modes to understand the game, so you can easily trust the information he gives related to the best mutators in the game.
Mutators are essentially amulets for your weapons. Not all, but most weapons in Remnant 2 have a slot for Mutators so that you can equip them and swap them out. Each Mutator has a different effect on your chosen weapon, so you can mix and match different mutators and weapons for various combat combinations.
There are 30 mutators available to players. 13 for Melee Weapons and 17 for Ranged Weapons. Each has to be acquired in its way, like the Battery Mutator, which can be purchased from Dwell at Ward 13 for 75 Relic Dust and 500 Scrap, or the Bandit Mutator, which drops from The Weald Stalker and The Gnarled Archer dual boss in Yaesha.
Key Takeaways
- Mutators are a unique type of equipment that can be equipped with weapons.
- There are 30 Mutators in Remnant 2. 13 for Melee Weapons and 17 for Ranged Weapons.
- Mutators can be upgraded from their default +0 state to the +10 level.
- The best Ranged Mutator is the Bullet Weaver, and the best Melee Mutator is the Weapon Lord.
Best Mutators Comparison Table
Here is a comparison table of my best Mutators in Remnant 2. The Type, Effect, and Location of each Mutator is mentioned in the following table:
| # | Name | Best for | Type | Effect | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bullet Weaver | Best Mutator For Nightfall | Ranged | Using a Mod increases the Fire Rate of this weapon by 10% for 7s. | Endaira’s End |
| 2 | Timewave | Best Mutator For Cube Gun | Ranged | Using a Mod induces the SLOW status on all enemies within 7.5m for 3.5s. | Terminus Station |
| 3 | Bandit | Best Mutator For Blackmaw | Ranged | Basic Melee Attacks increase the subsequent Charge Attacks by 7%. Max 5 Stacks. | Yaesha |
| 4 | Extender | Best Mutator For Heavy Weapons | Ranged | Increases Magazine Capacity of this weapon by 20%. | Yaesha |
| 5 | Harmonizer | Best Mutator For Deceit | Ranged | Increases Mod Damage by 10%. | Ward 13 |
| 6 | Weapon Lord | Best Mutator For Challenger Archetype | Melee | Basic Melee Attacks increase the next Charge Attacks by 7%. Max 5 Stacks. | Ward 13 |
| 7 | Dervish | Best Late Game Mutator | Melee | Increases Melee Damage by 20% for 10s when activating a Skill. | Ward 13 |
| 8 | Reinvigorate | Best Mutator For Melee Builds | Melee | Reduces the Stamina Cost of all Charged Melee Attacks by 25%. | Yaesha |
| 9 | Vengeful Strike | Best Veteran Mutator | Melee | Increases Melee damage by 20% when below 50% Max Health. | Labyrinth |
| 10 | Resentment | Best Mutator For Survival | Melee | Gain 10% Melee Damage when Grey Health is present. | Ward 13 |
1. Bulletweaver
Best Mutator For Nightfall
Why did I Choose Bulletweaver?
Your weapons will experience a better fire rate which can often provide benefits in combat.
Type
Ranged
Effect (+0)
- Mod use increases the Fire Rate of this weapon by 10% for 7s.
Effect (+10)
- Mod use increases the Fire Rate of this weapon by 20% for 7s.
- Reloading from empty increases the Mod Generation of this weapon by 15%. Lasts 7s.
Location
- Head to Endaira’s End in Yaesha.
- Atrophy and Rot Stalker will drop the Mutator.
2. Timewave
Best Mutator For Cube Gun
Why did I Choose Timewave?
With this mutator, enemies closer to you can’t make any sudden movements so you can eliminate them easily.
Type
Ranged
Effect (+0)
- Mod Use applies the SLOW status on all enemies within 7.5m for 3.5s.
Effect (+10)
- Mod Use applies the SLOW status on all enemies within 7.5m for 7s.
- Increase this weapon’s Ranged damage by 15% to enemies inflicted with SLOW status.
Location
- Go to the Tower of the Unseen in N’Erud.
- Drop down the large hole in the center of the first area.
- Continue until you reach a hallway.
- Go to the room with a significant energy source.
- Interact with this to fight the Restless Spirit, who will drop the Mutator.
3. Bandit
Best Mutator For Blackmaw
Why did I Choose Bandit?
When ammo is of priority, using this Mutator will give you ammo returns when you land a hit on enemies.
Type
Ranged
Effect (+0)
- On a hit, it grants a 10% chance to return spent Ammo directly into this weapon’s magazine.
Effect (+10)
- On a hit, it grants a 30% chance to return spent Ammo directly into this weapon’s magazine.
- When Ammo is returned to this weapon, it gains a 10% increased Fire Rate for 3s. Duration can increase up to 10s.
Location
- Head to Yaesha.
- The Weald Stalker and The Gnarled Archer will drop the Mutator.
4. Extender
Best Mutator For Heavy Weapons
Why did I Choose Extender?
The Extender mutator is helpful with LMGs or ARs that can benefit from a larger magazine.
Type
Ranged
Effect (+0)
- Increases Magazine Capacity of this weapon by 20%.
Effect (+10)
- Increases Magazine Capacity of this weapon by 40%.
- Increases Reload Speed of this weapon by 15% when reloading from empty.
Location
- Head to Yaesha.
- Engage the Coffin Event in either the Chimney or the Twisted Chantry.
- Defeat the Rot Miniboss to get the Mutator.
5. Harmonizer
Best Mutator For Deceit
Why did I Choose Harmonizer?
Your weapons will deal higher damage when equipped with the Harmonizer Mutator.
Type
Ranged
Effect (+0)
- Increases Mod Damage by 10%.
Effect (+10)
- Increases Mod Damage by 20%.
- Generate 25% additional Mod Power for Stowed Weapon.
Location
- Head to Ward 13.
- Purchase from Dwell for 75 Relic Dust and 500 Scrap.
6. Weapon Lord
Best Mutator For Challenger Archetype
Why did I Choose Weapon Lord?
When focusing on Melee attacks, the Weapon Lord Mutator will increase their damage in stacks so you can eliminate more enemies.
Type
Melee
Effect (+0)
- Basic Melee Attacks increase the subsequent Charge Attacks by 7%. Max 5 Stacks.
Effect (+10)
- Basic Melee Attacks increase the subsequent Charge Attacks by 10%. Max 5 Stacks.
- At Max Stacks, the next Charge Attack gains 100% Critical Chance.
Location
- Head to Ward 13.
- Purchase from Dwell for 75 Relic Dust and 500 Scrap.
7. Dervish
Best Late Game Mutator
Why did I Choose Dervish?
The Dervish mutator lets me get more damage from melee weapons after using a skill for any archetype.
Type
Melee
Effect (+0)
- Increases Melee Damage by 20% for 10s when activating a Skill.
Effect (+10)
- Increases Melee Damage by 40% for 10s when activating a Skill.
- Melee kills reduce skill cooldowns by 5%. It can trigger once every 5s.
Location
- Head to Ward 13.
- Purchase from Dwell for 75 Relic Dust and 500 Scrap.
8. Reinvigorate
Best Mutator For Melee Builds
Why did I Choose Reinvigorate?
With every melee weapon swing, less stamina is reduced with the help of Reinvigorate Mutator.
Type
Melee
Effect (+0)
- Reduces the Stamina Cost of all Charged Melee Attacks by 25%.
Effect (+10)
- Reduces the Stamina Cost of all Charged Melee Attacks by 50%.
- Melee Charge Attacks gain 15% additional damage and 10% Critical Chance.
Location
- Head to Yaesha.
- Find the Forgotten Field Location.
- Kill the Defiler Boss who drops the Mutator.
9. Vengeful Strike
Best Veteran Mutator
Why did I Choose Vengeful Strike?
When I am low in health and I switch to my melee weapon, it will deal more damage so I can get rid of more enemies.
Type
Melee
Effect (+0)
- Increases Melee damage by 20% when below 50% Max Health.
Effect (+10)
- Increases Melee damage by 50% when below 50% Max Health.
- Increases Melee Critical Chance by 15% when below 50% Max Health.
Location
- Head to the Labyrinth.
- Engage the Bastion Event.
- The Bastion will drop the Mutator.
10. Resentment
Best Mutator For Survival
Why did I Choose Resentment?
You will get a Melee damage buff when your archetype is in a weak spot, specifically when Grey Health is showing.
Type
Melee
Effect (+0)
- Gain 10% Melee Damage when Grey Health is present.
Effect (+10)
- Gain 30% Melee Damage when Grey Health is present.
- Reduces Stagger by 1 when using any Melee Attack
Location
- Head to Ward 13.
- Purchase from Dwell for 75 Relic Dust and 500 Scrap.
Why Others Were Not Chosen?
- Tainted Blade: I do not prefer using this Mutator as it requires crafting and only limits itself to melee weapons.
- Deadly Calm: The mutator is heavily dependent on your aim. If you fail to land your shots, the Deadly Calm mutator might not be very effective.
- Twisting Wounds: You can only use it on a single weapon, which leaves your other weapon weak and less effective. Therefore, I do not prefer it.
- Prophecy: This mutator will increase your Mod Power Generation for a very short period, and it is not suitable for all builds as well.
My Verdict On The Best Mutators
Although you can have up to 3 mutators equipped at a time, I suggest you try all 10 of them listed by me. They all offer buffs for your weapons that can be effective during combat or when progressing through the game.
Additionally, Mutators will get you better outcomes when you are low on health or in a tough spot, so you can survive and eliminate your opponents easily.
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