Summary
Bungie releases update 8.1.0.4 forDestiny 2, addressing issues with the Mask of Fealty, weapon perk weighting, as well as improving the mercy rules inside the Crucible. While not a weekly occurrence, Bungie continually keepsDestiny 2updated, addressing common issues as well as bigger issues that the community tends to highlight.
As expected, Episode: Revenant brought with it plenty of new weapons and armor, both of the legendary and exotic type. Unfortunately, not all of them arrived in perfect condition as theDestiny 2Hunter’s Mask of Fealty exotichas been embroiled in controversy. Unfortunately, the exotic’s main perk wasn’t consistently spawning crystals as expected, effectively limiting the spread of Withering Blades as well. Thankfully, this latestDestiny 2update manages to finally correct that issue, as well as numerous other pressing issues as well.
Mercy rules withinDestiny 2have always been a source of contention for players. Bungie made significantchanges toDestiny 2’s Crucible in Episode: Revenantand now with this update, the studio is tweaking the mercy rules a bit more by increasing the score limits for triggering mercy rules. As Bungie indicated, the mercy rule’s trigger window has been increased, so the score limits for modes like Control, Clash, and others have also been updated to prevent matches from ending too early when there’s a possibility for the other team to mount a comeback.
Obviously, the biggest piece of this update for many fans will likely be with the weapon perk weighting issue finally being resolved. Following the launch of the Vesper’s Host dungeon, players discovered that a highly sought after roll for the VS Chill Inhibitor grenade launcher wasn’t dropping. After some sleuthing, the community discovered aperk weighting issue inDestiny 2, where certain combinations much harder to earn than others.
Bungie not only confirmed the issue, but as a thank you to the community, they’re making certaingod roll weapons available toDestiny 2players. With the main issue now fixed in this update, Vesper’s Host will be offering double drops for encounter and activity completions from November 9 to December 3. Better yet, players can visit Banshee-44 at the Tower starting on November 19, where the exo will be offering god rolls for weapons like Rose, Indebted Kindness, Hothead (Adept), VS Chill inhibitor, and more.
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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.
