Destiny 2 Unveils Major Overhaul with Update 8.0.0.5

Destiny 2 Update 8.0.0.5 addresses numerous community-reported issues and improves gameplay. Recent updates like "Into the Light" and the "The Final Shape" expansion have boosted the game's popularity, but some problems persisted. This patch tackles several key areas.

One significant change affects the Pathfinder system, replacing daily and weekly bounties. Community feedback highlighted issues with mixed nodes and the need to switch activities, negating streak bonuses. Update 8.0.0.5 refines the Pathfinder system, replacing Gambit-specific nodes with more general ones, allowing progression through either PvE or PvP activities.

Another major improvement removes elemental surges from Dungeons and Raids. Post-"The Final Shape," these surges negatively impacted the difficulty and enjoyment of these activities. Data analysis confirmed the issue, leading to their removal and the addition of a universal damage buff for all subclasses.

A popular exploit in the Dual Destiny exotic mission, allowing players to obtain double class items, has been patched. Players can now only earn one item per completion.

The patch notes detail numerous other fixes, including:

Destiny 2 Update 8.0.0.5 Patch Notes Summary:

Crucible:

• Resolved an incorrect expansion requirement for Trials of Osiris.
• Corrected Trace Rifle ammo counts at match start.

Campaign:

• Added an Epilogue option to rewatch Excision cinematics.
• Prevented matchmaking into Liminality's campaign version after the final boss.

Dual Destiny Exotic Mission:

• Fixed the double Exotic class item exploit.

Cooperative Focus Missions:

• Resolved an issue preventing correct mission unlocks.

Raids & Dungeons:

• Removed elemental surges and added a universal damage buff.

Seasonal Activities:

• Fixed the daily reset of Piston Hammer charges (previously addressed in a mid-week update).

Gameplay and Investment:

• Addressed an issue where Storm Grenade received excessive energy from certain perks.
• Corrected a problem with Precious Scars triggering from Kinetic weapon final blows.
• Fixed Riposte weapon roll issues, replacing Golden Tricorn with Desperate Measures.
• Resolved several quest-related issues, including Khvostov 7G-0X unlock problems.
• Addressed various Pathfinder issues, including objective tracking and Ergo Sum drops.
• Fixed emote-related issues (The Final Slice and Natural 20).

Platforms and Systems:

• Resolved an overheating issue on Xbox caused by Prismatic class screen VFX.

General:

• Corrected an incorrect shader reward for Rank 16 Ghost reputation.
• Fixed a scaling issue with a Bungie Reward Director Dialog image.

This update aims to provide a smoother and more enjoyable Destiny 2 experience, addressing many long-standing concerns.