Destiny 2’sSeason 22 is ushering in a new waveof exotic armor adjustments for players to experiment with. As always, the primary goal of these changes is to offer enhancements and spruce-ups to the exotics players don’t typically choose. While some of these alterations just tweak a single effect or bonus, other Exotic armor pieces have been rebuilt from the ground up.
Exotic armor is some of the rarest and most distinctive gear available inDestiny 2. Discerned by its telltale yellow background and engram, each Exotic armor piece is unique, offering a specific feature or bonus. These can sometimes be as unassuming as passively adding another melee charge or as intricate as requiring players to pull off particular maneuvers to trigger effects. These Exotic armor pieces and their perks often form the backbone of a Guardian’s build, and any changes to the Exotic can lead to a ripple effect that affects how players should play to make the best use of the item.
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What Exotics Are Changing in Season 22?
Bungie hasreworked Exotic armor and weaponsmany times throughoutDestiny 2history. However, the developer has been doing it more steadily over the last few expansions. As the live service game continues on, and new weapons or abilities are added, effects that were once powerfuldwindle in comparison to more recent additions. This phenomenon is known as power-creep and is no stranger to any live service title or MMO.
Thankfully, Bungie recognizes this issue and periodically retools Exotic gear to align with the game’s current arsenal. In addition, this investigation and retooling of underperforming Exotics can sometimesreveal opportunities to fix bugstoo. Here’s how the Exotic armor landscape will shake up in Season 22:
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