Destiny 2: Weapon and Perk Changes Explained

Season 22 of Destiny 2: The Archetypes and Perks That Will Shake Up the Game

Welcome, Guardians! Season 22 of Destiny 2 is upon us, and boy, do we have some exciting changes heading our way. Bungie is tweaking weapon archetypes and perks, injecting a fresh dose of excitement into the game. So, buckle up, grab your favorite snacks, and let’s dive into the crazy world of Destiny 2!

Weapon Archetypes – Unleashing the Power!

Let’s start with the backbone of every Guardian’s arsenal: weapon archetypes. These archetypes define a weapon’s behavior and playstyle, and in Season 22, they’re getting some spicy changes. Bungie is determined to keep us on our toes and ensure a balanced playing field. Here’s what’s happening:

Hand Cannons – The Big Boom!

Hand cannons have been given a boost to their reload speed, making them more efficient in the heat of battle. But that’s not all! You’ll also experience increased PvE damage against Minors and Majors. And behold, a new sub-family of hand cannons has emerged, introducing the “Heavy Burst” trait. It’s time to unleash those double bullets and aim for precision!

Bows – Faster and Deadlier!

No more frustration with hit registration issues! Bungie has addressed those pesky velocity problems, making fully-drawn precision bows even deadlier. And to keep the action fast-paced, the reloading animation for bows has been significantly reduced. And hey, Lightweight bows now match the precision bows in terms of velocity. It’s a good time to be an archer in Destiny 2!

SMGs – A Bug Squashed!

Aggressive SMGs had a little identity crisis with their displayed RPM stat, but fear not! Bungie fixed the visual bug, and now you can witness their true power at 720 RPM. Spray and pray, my friends!

Sidearms – Dialing Back the Danger!

Aggressive sidearms were getting a bit too spicy, so Bungie decided to bring them back in line with other weapons. The body shot damage has been slightly reduced, ensuring a more balanced experience. Don’t worry, they’re still mighty in capable hands!

Pulse Rifles – Zooming Back to Basics!

The BxR Battler’s zoom has been reverted to its original value of 20. Sometimes, it’s best to stick with what we know, right?

Shotguns, Fusion Rifles, Heavy Grenade Launchers, and Swords – Keeping It Cool!

Bungie has been hard at work fixing minor issues across shotguns, fusion rifles, heavy grenade launchers, and swords. These changes may not be headline-grabbing, but they ensure a smoother gameplay experience. Let’s keep things cool and slay those enemies!

Now that we’ve covered the archetypes, let’s move on to the exciting world of perks!

Weapon Perks – Unleashing Your Guardian’s Potential!

Perks are what make each weapon unique and bring out your inner Guardian. Bungie understands that some perks have fallen behind, and it’s time for a tune-up. Get ready for some perk transformations:

Bipod – Rockets with a Twist!

Bipod now offers more firepower by adding an extra rocket to your clip and increasing reserves. The damage penalty has been reduced, striking a perfect balance between power and efficiency. Rockets away!

Envious Assassin – Overflowing with Power!

Who doesn’t love overflowing weapons with pure mayhem? Envious Assassin now removes the time limit restriction and works even if your weapon is already partially overflowed. Prepare for a glorious surplus of destruction!

Under-Over – Crushing Shields!

Shields are no match for the might of Under-Over! This perk now deals bonus damage on shielded enemies, especially those pesky Dark Cabal and Lucent Moths. Show them that resistance is futile!

Under Pressure – Squeeze Out the Power!

When things get tough, Under Pressure comes to the rescue. While its maximum accuracy bonus has been slightly reduced, it still boosts stability and accuracy when your weapon’s clip is running low. Keep calm and shoot!

Shoot to Loot – Grab It All!

Who doesn’t love free ammo? With Shoot to Loot, you can claim Orbs of Power by shooting them and even reload your weapons by shooting ammo bricks. Ammo troubles, be gone!

Valiant Charge – Swordplay Mastery!

Guarding and taking damage will now reward you with an extended sword lunge reach. Embrace the power of the sword and become a true master of close-quarter combat!

Ambush – Unleashing the Beast!

Ambush no longer deactivates under minor inconveniences like restoring health or taking fall damage. It’s time to start the fight with a bang, as Ambush increases handling, range, and damage right from the get-go!

Explosive Light – Harnessing the Power!

Explosive Light no longer grants two stacks of the buff for one Orb of Power pickup. But fear not, it still offers additional damage and blast radius when you grab an Orb. Embrace the power and unleash devastation upon your enemies!

Chill Clip – Freezing Your Foes!

Chill Clip’s slow stacks have been reduced, and it no longer benefits from the Wolfpack Rounds of the Gjallarhorn rocket launcher. However, it can still freeze or slow enemies with the top half of its magazine. Let it go, let it go!

That’s the scoop on the perk changes, Guardians! Get ready for a fresh bag of tricks to unleash upon your enemies!

So, whether you’re a hand cannon aficionado, a master of the bow, or a sword-wielding samurai, Season 22 is set to shake up Destiny 2 in all the right ways. Embrace the new archetypes, master the revamped perks, and show the universe why you’re the ultimate Guardian!

Destiny 2 is available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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