What Content is Being Removed in Lightfall Destiny 2?
The highly anticipated Lightfall expansion is about to bring significant changes to the Destiny 2 universe. Along with new activities and game modes, the update also marks the removal of various content from the game. In this article, we’ll dive into the specifics of what’s being retired and what you can expect from the upcoming changes.
What Content is Being Vaulted?
A significant portion of the seasonal activities introduced during the Witch Queen’s year are being removed from the game. These include:
• Season of the Risen
• Season of the Haunted
• Season of Plunder
• Season of the Seraph
These seasons brought various activities, including new patrols, quests, and vendor items. However, all of these will be moving to the "vault," making them inaccessible to players.
Will I Still Be Able to Obtain Exotics?
While some content is being removed, you’ll still be able to acquire exotics in the game. However, the way you obtain them is changing. The Exotic Mission Rotator is introducing a new way to obtain exotics, replacing the old grind-based system.
Weapon Crafting: A Major Disruption
Crafting will no longer be a means of obtaining Deepsight weapons and extracting their patterns. This change aims to address the issue of too much power in the system. The Warmind Cell mechanic has also been removed due to being too powerful for the game’s current build.
What Happens to Season-Related Titles?
If you’re working towards earning titles specific to these seasons, be aware that you’ll no longer be able to earn them once Lightfall drops. This means you’ll need to obtain the Risen, Reaper, Scallywag, and Seraph titles before the update arrives.
Will I Still Be Able to Play Destiny 1?
No, Destiny 1 is no longer receiving planned updates or content. The game will still be available to play, but you won’t see new activities or expansions. Some Destiny 1 activities will still be accessible, but the majority of the content will remain frozen in time.
Reaper: Disabled
For those who enjoy playing as the Reaper, you won’t be able to access this activity once Lightfall drops. Bungie has officially disabled the mechanic, citing its excessive power in the current game build.
Dead Messenger: A Limited Opportunity
Fans of the Dead Messenger Exotic will remember the original way to obtain it – by completing the Vox Obscura Exotic Quest in Season of the Risen. Unfortunately, this method is no longer available. However, with the new Exotic Mission Rotator, you may have a chance to acquire it once more.
In Summary
Lightfall Destiny 2 brings significant changes to the game, including the removal of various seasonal activities, exotics, and mechanics. While some of these changes might be difficult to adapt to, the update promises new opportunities for players to explore and progress. Remember to obtain any season-related titles before they’re gone, and don’t miss the chance to earn exotics through the new Exotic Mission Rotator.
Key Takeaways:
• The Witch Queen’s seasons, including Season of the Risen, Haunted, Plunder, and Seraph, are being removed from the game.
• Exotics will still be available to obtain, but the method has changed.
• The Warmind Cell mechanic has been removed.
• Reaper is disabled and will no longer be accessible.
• Dead Messenger’s original method of acquisition is no longer available.
• Destiny 1 is no longer receiving updates or new content.