Destiny 2 Release Date: Latest Additions on Exotics and Major Weapon Balance Changes Set for December Update

By Mark Aserit
Destiny House of Wolves

On Thursday, Bungie made another round of weapon balancing for Destiny. The developer released the new and exciting batch of Exotic weapons and armor in the game. For the planned December update, gamers will see upgrades in Pulse Rifles and Shotguns in PVP.

Furthermore, learn more about the upcoming release of Destiny 2 in September 2016.

In the game's weekly update, the developer revealed that new Exotic gears were coming, and there will be two brand new weapons. The studio stated that these upgrades will have perks to select on their talent trees.

Gaming experts said some Exotics from House of Wolves could be included in the update because they didn't have much playing time before. They also mentioned several pieces of Exotic weapons and armor from the Taken King.

Other possibilities include the MIDA Multi-tool and the Armamentarium. Experts commented that the latter is badly needed because Titans are the only class in the game that doesn't have a piece of Year Two armor.

The big part of the latest update comes from another round of weapon balancing. In the current PVP meta, Pulse Riles and Shotguns have a big advantage.

For Pulse Rifles, they will have damage reduction for about 8 to 9 percent for the majority of the weapon. However, the reduced damage is only applied in the Crucible, as the base damage to the enemy will increase from .3x to 1.25x.

Shotguns will have reduced efficiency regarding shooting range. It will now have slower reload time, slower base movement speed, and slower Aim Down Sights time. Moreover, it will be slower to fire after coming out from sprinting.

According to Inquisitr, these changes in the game are the hardest nerf out of any of the weapon-balancing updates.

On another hand, Auto Rifles will receive an increase in base damage by 3 to 7 percent depending on the archetype. Hand Cannons will have added accuracy when Aiming Down Sights.

Also, Luke Smith, creative director of Bungie, posted via Twitter the information about Raid Challenges.

For the latest news about Destiny 2: The Shattered Suns, a report says the game will still allow gamers to use their current character, and the changes will heavily focus on Osiris and his endeavors. Also, the developer will grant gamers matchmaking requests.

    Most Popular

  • [Exclusive Interview] A revelation within the brink of life and death — Meg Leung’s mission in Christian art

    Meg Leung (梁麗橋), an artist with a lifelong love for watercolor painting, sees her art as more than a means of expressing her inner world; it is a bridge connecting her to God. Her artistic journey has revealed God’s perfect plan and inspired her to communicate the power of faith through her wor

  • Transgenderism a fundamental human right? Hong Kong public disagrees, survey finds

    A 2024 survey from the Society for Truth and Light (明光社)'s Center for Life and Ethics Research reveals that respondents from various backgrounds prioritize personal safety and fairness when it comes to transgender issues. When laws involve moral judgments, most respondents believe courts should not make the decisions. The study also indicates that religious believers share similar views with non-religious respondents, reflecting that many churches may rarely address gender topics in depth.

  • North America Chinese Evangelical Seminary year-end report highlights significant ministry progress

    As the year draws to a close, Rev. James Liu, President of the Chinese Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), reflected on the seminary’s remarkable growth and ministry development over the past year. Dedicated to providing theological education to Chinese Christians, CESNA continues to uphold its mission to remain faithful to the gospel and nurture believers. This year’s achievements span academic, ministerial, and outreach endeavors, fostering spiritual growth and advancing missionary wo

  • Woman pastor analyzes: How Chinese gender culture shapes female ministers’ roles in churches

    In traditional Chinese culture, deeply ingrained notions of gender roles, often expressed as "male strong, female weak," significantly influence the position of women in society and the church. This issue is particularly pertinent for female pastors navigating their roles in ministry. Rev. Dora Wang, Ph.D., from China Evangelical Seminary North America (CESNA), recently addressed this topic in a seminar, sharing her insights on the challenges women face in ministry and proposing strategies to su

Top Stories