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Bungie releases update 8.1.5.2 forDestiny 2, continuing to address numerous issues with the game, while making quality of life improvements to features like tonics. So far, Episode Revenant and The Dawning have not gone the way manyDestiny 2fans have expected, with big issues continually plaguing the experience for players.
Episode Revenant has largely been defined by major issues, some being discovered by players like a weapon perk weighting problem for Vesper’s Host drops. Even the holiday seasonal event, The Dawning, has experienced its own fair share of issues, including exotics not working correctly, theDestiny 2Event Card being listed for free for a short time, and even the new linear fusion rifle being unable to be focused. It’s been a rough stretch for players, though Bungie continues to chip away at these issues with another new update.
Update 8.1.5.2 is now live forDestiny 2, continuing to address the numerous bugs still impacting the experience. While it continued to fix bugs associated with activities like Tomb of Elders, Vesper’s Host, and others, theTitan’s Sentinel Shield bug inDestiny 2has also been addressed. Previously, melee hits had their damage multiplied, which has now been fixed. However, Bungie did increase its PvE damage to non-Champions by 44%, and champion damage by 15%. Not only that, Spectral Blades have also been buffed again, with a 66% increase to non-Champion damage, and another 30% for damage against Champion enemies.
In addition to bug fixes, Bungie is providing some much-needed buffs to thetonics system of Episode Revenant. According to the patch notes, Legendary Tonics now 100% drop the associated reward, while increasing the chances of obtaining specific gear for the activity they’re for. Tonics have also had their base duration increased, as Uncommon is now active for 40 minutes, Rare at 60, and Legendary to 80.
While the update should help improve things, Bungie is also giving fans a heads-up of what’s coming alongside Act 3. Without a livestream to showcase the new content, Bungie confirmed in its final blog of 2024 that a fewDestiny 2exotics are being adjusted in January. Specifically, the popular Graviton Lance pulse rifle is seeing some nerfs as it is currently dominating lower and middle skill lobbies.
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Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian’s look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.An Immersive StoryYou are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.Guardian ClassesChoose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.
