Patch notes for Destiny 2’s July 2 update – Patch 8.0.0.6 – come with a variety of changes including Khvostov nerfs, The Pale Heart bug fixes, and more.
Late in June, Bungie informed players of upcomingbalance adjustments that would nerf the Khvostov, Red Death, and Speaker’s Sight exotics.
Destiny 2 developers have implemented the promised changes in Update 8.0.0.6, which launched across all platforms on Tuesday, July 2.
The Khvostov Auto Rifle received the most sweeping changes, with Bungie addressing an issue wherein the gun benefited from massive recoil reduction. The rifle’s Ricochet Shots have also undergone reduce damage against players in PvP.
In addition to Khvostov nerfs, the Destiny 2 patch tackles variousPale Heartissues, one of which previously allowed players to level up weapons faster in Overthrow than developers intended.
Other adjustments include Crucible-related tweaks, as well as bug fixes for Dungeons and Raids.
Patch notes for Destiny 2’s July 2 update
The release notes for Destiny 2’s 8.0.0.6 update read as follows (viaBungie.net):
The Pale Heart
General
Cysts
Vanguard Playlist
Crucible
Pathfinder
Dungeons and Raids
Salvation’s Edge
The Shattered Throne
Seasonal
Enigma Protocol
Breach Executable
Abilities
Armor
Weapons
Exotics
Legendary
Perks
Bungie deployed Destiny 2 Update 8.0.0.6 on July 2.
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