Destiny 2 Activities: Player Count and Type for Each
Crucible, Gambit, Strikes, Nightfalls, Dungeons, and Raids at a glance — team size, matchmaking, and what each Destiny 2 activity asks of you.
New Guardians waste hours in the wrong activity. Each Destiny 2 mode scales differently — some are matchmade and solo-friendly, others need a fireteam and a plan. Start from the beginner guide if you have not raised your Power yet.
Activities at a glance
| Activity | Type | Team size | Matchmaking | What it asks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crucible | PvP | 6v6 (Control) | Matchmade | Respect resilience and range; don’t waste special ammo |
| Gambit | PvE + invading | 4v4 | Matchmade | Bank motes, don’t over-bank, time your invades |
| Strikes | PvE | 3-player | Matchmade | Teach fireteam flow before harder content |
| Nightfalls | PvE (hard) | 3-player | Matchmade | Build for the weekly modifier, not raw Power |
| Dungeons | PvE (puzzle + combat) | 3-player | Solo-able | Mechanics plus loot; most are clearable alone |
| Raids | PvE (endgame) | 6-player | LFG group | Mechanics, communication, and an LFG team |
Classes at a glance
| Class | Role | Signature |
|---|---|---|
| Titan | Frontline tank | Barricade; survives and protects the team |
| Hunter | Mobile burst DPS | Dodge for reload or invisibility; Blade Barrage, Gathering Storm, Void invisibility |
| Warlock | Support and ability uptime | Rift and Well of Radiance; Phoenix Protocol refunds Well energy |
How to use this table
Solo or new? Start with Strikes and Dungeons, which matchmake or can be done alone. Want PvP? Crucible is the only pure PvP loop. Saving up for endgame? Raids need a six-player LFG group and study — Dungeons are the bridge that teaches the same skills at three players. Picking a class? Class choice confirms there is no wrong answer, only a playstyle.
Sources & References
This guide is verified against the game's own data and official communications. For patch notes, current balance, and authoritative specifics, consult the references below. Where a precise number cannot be verified, we explain the mechanic rather than invent a figure.
- Destiny 2 on Bungie.net — patch notes, current season, and authoritative game data.
- Destiny 2 Wiki — community-maintained mechanics, maps, and item data.