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Destiny 2 Buffs Hunters Ahead of December Launch

11/25/2025

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Summary

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Bungie announced buffs for Hunters in Destiny 2: Renegades, scheduled to launch on December 2, 2025.
The Gunslinger Golden Gun and Blade Barrage will deal increased damage to both non-boss and boss enemies.
The Acrobat's Dodge ability will gain a 112% increase in passive energy regeneration in PvE.
Titans and Warlocks will also receive adjustments to promote balance.
Players, especially Hunter mains, are excited about improvements to PvE.

History

Historical Context

The Forsaken expansion for Destiny 2, released on September 4, 2018, transformed gameplay by introducing the Gambit mode, which attracted over 1 million players within 24 hours. This expansion marked a significant shift in Bungie's approach, emphasizing player engagement and balance, and set the stage for future updates, including enhancements for the Hunter class planned for 2025.

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Story summary

Bungie announced buffs for Hunters in Destiny 2: Renegades, scheduled to launch on December 2, 2025.
The Gunslinger Golden Gun and Blade Barrage will deal increased damage to both non-boss and boss enemies.
The Acrobat's Dodge ability will gain a 112% increase in passive energy regeneration in PvE.
Titans and Warlocks will also receive adjustments to promote balance.
Players, especially Hunter mains, are excited about improvements to PvE.

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