Huge Super Buffs and Exotic Armor Overhaul Coming to Destiny 2 in Revenant Act 2!
2024-11-14
Author: Ling
Excitement is in the air for Destiny 2 players as Bungie gears up to release the highly anticipated Episode Revenant Act 2, launching on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. This fresh update promises a treasure trove of enhancements, including significant Super buffs, essential changes to exotic armor, and a variety of weapon tweaks that will shake up gameplay.
Unleashing the Power of Supers!
The most dramatic changes come in the form of massive buffs to roaming Supers, which have often been overlooked in the heat of battle. Bungie’s latest sandbox initiative aims to energize these abilities, allowing players to tackle PvE content with renewed vigor. All roaming Supers will now generate three times the Super energy when damaging PvE enemies and will see damage outputs increased by 30-55% against Champions. This means players can expect a delightful surge in power when utilizing their favorite roaming Supers.
Here's a sneak peek at which Supers will be powered up:
- Hunter Supers: Arc Staff, Golden Gun (non-Celestial Nighthawk), Spectral Blades, Silkstrike. - Titan Supers: Fists of Havoc, Burning Maul (non-Pyrogale Gauntlets), Hammer of Sol, Sentinel Shield, Glacial Quake, Bladefury. - Warlock Supers: Stormtrance, Daybreak, Nova Warp, Winter’s Wrath.
However, not all Supers are escaping the update unscathed. The Warlock's Storm’s Edge will see a slight nerf, reducing its damage radius and resistance, which should balance the gameplay dynamics.
A Revamp of Exotic Armor!
In addition to Super enhancements, exotic armor will also undergo thoughtful modifications. Key armor pieces like Point-Contact Canon Brace, Raiden Flux, and Ballidorse Wrathweavers will receive notable buffs, ensuring that each class has access to potent tools to maximize their effectiveness.
For example: - Point-Contact Canon Brace will see lightning bolts inflicting double the damage (up from 50%). - Raiden Flux now offers a more substantial increase in Super damage, reaching up to a 70% boost. - Ballidorse Wrathweavers will enhance shatter damage visibility, making them a more formidable asset in combat.
The changes to the Knucklehead Radar will also shake things up, requiring players to engage in combat to mark targets, which adds an element of strategy to its usage.
Weapon Adjustments Making Waves!
The weapon changes are just as exciting. Destiny 2’s notorious Telesto will enjoy a 20% buff to its detonation damage in PvE scenarios, sure to be a crowd-pleaser among fans. Similar adjustments apply to Breech Grenade Launchers and numerous other weapons for a balanced yet thrilling combat experience.
Highlights include: - Increased damage for Aggressive Hand Cannons to ensure they remain competitive. - Precision Bows will see a 10% increase in body shot damage, enhancing their versatility. - Stability adjustments for various weapons, including the Igneous Hammer and Better Devils, will refine gameplay feel.
As the community awaits the arrival of Revenant Act 2, debates and discussions flourished on social media about the potential impacts of these changes. How will these changes alter the balance of power within the game? How will players adapt to the new meta?
With new content, enhanced abilities, and prolonged excitement, Bungie’s November release is shaping up to be one for the ages. Prepare yourselves, Guardians—an exhilarating shift is on the horizon! What do you think about these changes? Share your thoughts and strategies as we countdown to the new episode!