Overview of Upcoming Changes in Destiny 2
- Bungie is set to introduce significant alterations to exotic gear in Destiny 2 starting January with the launch of Act 3.
- The iconic Malfeasance will receive a buff, accompanied by a bug fix for the Stoicism exotic class item linked to the Spirit of Alpha Lupi perk.
- Conversely, the powerful Graviton Lance will be nerfed, reverting its Rate of Fire (RPM) back to 300 due to its overwhelming dominance in gameplay.
As players prepare for the upcoming holiday break, Bungie is ramping up excitement with previews of essential exotic gear modifications slated for January’s Act 3 of Destiny 2. The current Act 2 is entering a quieter phase, providing players with a valuable opportunity to catch up on various content and loot collections prior to the anticipated changes set to take effect on January 7.
To enrich the gaming experience during this downtime, Bungie has launched its annual Dawning event. This staple event maintains its core elements of gathering ingredients and baking cookies for various NPCs, but this year introduces a collaborative community challenge, a new Void Linear Fusion Rifle, and an impressive dragon-themed armor set. Given the festive season, Bungie is eager to manage player expectations as we approach the new year.
In their final update of 2024, Bungie shared insights into what fans can anticipate both for the rest of the year and the beginning of January. Earlier messaging indicated there wouldn’t be a livestream for Act 3 due to the holiday season. However, their latest blog post revealed key dates, including the last appearance of the Iron Banner on January 14, the launch of a new Dungeon on February 7, and the much-anticipated Episode Revenant Act 3 debuting on January 7 during the reset.
Exotic Gear Modifications in Destiny 2 Act 3
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For dedicated players, notable updates emerged from Bungie’s announcement regarding the enhancements coming on January 14. In addition to adjustments across various weapon classes and perks, three specific exotic items are slated for changes. The Stoicism exotic class item will see a bug fix for its Spirit of Alpha Lupi ability. Meanwhile, the renowned Malfeasance hand cannon will gain momentum as it will now correctly apply intrinsic effects associated with the Precision Hand Cannon perk. On the flip side, the Graviton Lance exotic pulse rifle is facing a nerf, attributed to its prevailing performance in lower and intermediate skill tiers. To restore balance, its RPM will be reduced back to 300, reverting adjustments made in the Act 2 update.
This forthcoming update represents the first substantial change players will experience after the holiday intermission. Recent patches have addressed various issues, including a recognized bug involving the Tomb of Elders tonics, which inadvertently increased drop rates for the wrong weapons. While Episode Revenant has included its share of challenges, the latest updates have significantly improved gameplay, particularly resolving long-standing bugs.