The latest reset for Destiny 2 under Episode Heresy has introduced a new array of patch notes addressing both significant bugs and minor issues, enhancing gameplay as players prepare for Act III. This update aims to smooth out the gaming experience for the community.
Below is a comprehensive overview of the patch notes associated with Update 8.5.0.1, released on March 18.
Destiny 2 Update 8.5.0.1 – Complete Patch Notes
1) Activities Section
Crucible Changes
Competitive Mode Adjustments:
- Enhanced the precision of performance bonus calculations in Rank rewards.
- Increased the performance bonus cap from +10 to +20 points.
- Boosted the contribution scalar ceiling from +50 to +60 points.
- Rectified matchmaking issues related to smurf protection for previously high-ranked players who began lower in the current season, ensuring fairer matchups.
Trials of Osiris Fixes:
- Resolved a duplication issue with the double loot modifier for post-game Adept weapon drops.
Raids and Dungeons Adjustments
Sundered Doctrine Dungeon:
- Fixed a critical issue allowing players to defeat the final boss using pressure doors.
- Resolved a quest completion issue impacting alternate characters’ ability to claim their class items.
Episode: Heresy – Court of Blades:
- Addressed a problem where Ritual of Greed armament pickups could be erroneously obtained by multiple players.
2) Gameplay Enhancements and Weapon Updates
Weapons Tweaks:
- Adjusted the damage profiles of Temptation’s Hook to align with modern Caster Frame Swords.
Exotic Weapons Modifications:
- Slayer’s Fang: Fixed an issue preventing it from adequately stunning Overload Champions while allowing regeneration.
- Barrow Dyad: Resolved crafting issues for players who had unlocked the fourth intrinsic.
Weapon Perks Adjustments:
- Corrected issues with the Subjugation origin trait and Explosive Payload’s damage scaling.
- Standardized precision angle thresholds across control schemes for Legacy Intrinsic Frame.
Exotic Armor Changes:
- Radiant Dance Machines: Established custom tuning for specific weapons to eliminate unintended range increases while maintaining accuracy bonuses.
Ability Fixes:
- Addressed a glitch permitting infinite orb spawning with no cooldown after using a Relic.
Artifact Adjustments:
- Resolved an issue with the Piercing Sidearms perk not effectively penetrating certain shield types.
3) General Improvements
- Renamed the “Winged Victory”Holochip to “Taking Flight”to avoid confusion with the new ship of the same name.
- Fixed the Triumphant ornament purchase requirement linked to Season Pass ownership.
- Updated the tooltip for the “Taking Flight” Holochip to display its previous purchase status accurately.
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