Destiny 2 YouTuber xHOUNDISHx has released a new video discussing the weapon changes coming in Season 23. Bungie is introducing a variety of adjustments to legendary weapons, exotic buffs, and reworks. The video also mentions a midseason patch with tweaks to bows and weapon diversity. Overall, the changes seem promising, but players will have to experience them in-game to fully assess their impact.
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Key Takeaways
- Auto rifles receive a 10% damage increase against minor combatants, narrowing the gap with SMGs.
- Pulse rifles get a 12.5% damage boost against minor and major combatants, improving their effectiveness in PvE.
- Glaives receive a 30% increase in projectile speed and 25% more damage in PvE, making them more viable options.
- Exotic changes include buffs for Vex Mythoclast, Revision Zero, and Thorn, with various improvements to their damage and perks.
Auto Rifles and Pulse Rifles
Bungie is addressing the balance between auto rifles and SMGs by giving auto rifles a 10% damage increase against minor combatants. This change aims to make auto rifles more effective in PvE without overshadowing other weapon classes. Pulse rifles, on the other hand, will receive a 12.5% damage increase against both minor and major combatants, making them more powerful in PvE encounters. These adjustments should positively impact the gameplay experience for players who favor these weapon types.
Glaive Rework and Exotic Buffs
Glaives, a relatively new weapon type in Destiny 2, are receiving significant changes. Bungie acknowledges that glaive projectiles feel unreliable and underpowered compared to other special ammo options like fusions and shotguns. To address this, they are increasing glaive projectile speed by 30% and boosting their damage by 25% in PvE. However, in PvP, aggressive glaives will deal 125 damage resistance, tiering the playing field. Additionally, various exotic weapons, including Vex Mythoclast, Revision Zero, and Thorn, are receiving buffs to their damage and perks, making them more viable and enjoyable to use.
Midseason Patch and Future Buffs
Bungie has plans for a midseason patch in Season 23, focusing on bow tuning in PvP and additional weapon adjustments aimed at promoting a better diversity of weapons. In the future, Necrochasm will receive a buff to extend the duration of its poison damage over time effect, and it will also have a new Catalyst called “One Forth,” which grants increased damage, range, and aim assist after damaging three enemies in quick succession. Other exotic weapons and heavy grenade launchers will also receive buffs in future updates, ensuring a more balanced and enjoyable gameplay experience.
