Summary

  • Bungie is making it easier to obtain coveted Adept weapons in Destiny 2's Trials of Osiris, enhancing the player experience.
  • Changes to Passages in Trials now allow players to keep wins after losses, reducing the difficulty in earning rewards.
  • Trials in the future will focus on making the experience more inclusive and balanced, accommodating different play styles and skill levels.

Bungie has announced changes to Destiny 2's pinnacle PvP activity, Trials of Osiris, that will make obtaining Adept weapons easier. These Destiny 2 adjustments aim to improve the experience for players by reducing the effort required and enhancing the rewards for participating.

Adept weapons are among the most coveted rewards in Destiny 2's Trials of Osiris, offering unique stat bonuses for both PvE and PvP, making them highly desirable. These weapons serve as status symbols and come with Adept Mods that enhance specific stats, providing an advantage over standard variants. Trials Adept weapons rotate on a weekly basis, meaning there's only one particular weapon available each week. To obtain these weapons, players must achieve seven consecutive victories in Trials of Osiris matches without any losses, a challenging feat that requires exceptional skill and strategy. Successfully completing this challenge grants access to the Lighthouse, where players can claim their weekly Adept weapon along with a random Adept mod.

In a recent blog post, Bungie noted the positive impact of the modifications introduced since Season 21 to Trials, which include revisions to Passages and substantial increases in post-game rewards. Then it addresses a new noteworthy change involving the Passage of Persistence: now, when playing as a trio, losses will no longer erase wins, allowing players to keep their wins even after a loss, provided they complete the match. This means players only need to achieve seven wins to earn the weekly Adept weapon drop, regardless of their number of losses. However, quitting a match will still result in a win being subtracted, meaning that players must finish matches to benefit from this change.

What to Expect from Trials in the Future

The post claimed that Bungie's goal is to make Trials more rewarding and accessible, with plans to introduce a new 3v3 mode similar to how it tweaked Destiny 2's Iron Banner, where loot isn't primarily dependent on wins. They also intend to refine the Challenger pool by enhancing Flawed Card rewards and providing incentives for win streaks. Given these claims, players can likely expect to get a more inclusive and balanced Trials experience that accommodates different play styles and skill levels.

The change appears particularly advantageous for new players, as it reduces the difficulty in earning rewards and makes the overall experience less punishing for those still developing their skills. However, it’s important to note that any loss with a Passage of Persistence will still prevent access to Destiny 2's Lighthouse. Players will still need to win seven consecutive matches to earn that privilege.

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Released
August 28, 2017
ESRB
T For TEEN for Blood, Language, and Violence
Developer(s)
Bungie
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Bungie
Engine
Tiger Engine
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer, Online Co-Op
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PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S
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Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian's look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.

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You are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.

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Expansions
Destiny 2: Forsaken, Destiny 2: Shadowkeep, Destiny 2: Beyond Light, Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, Destiny 2: Lightfall
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FPS
How Long To Beat
100+
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Essential, Extra, & Premium (The Witch Queen)