Highlights
- Bungie announced that Xur will start selling exotic class items in Destiny 2 following the August 20 update.
- Following his first arrival on August 23, exotic class items will be subject to Xur RNG each weekend, so they won't always be available.
- Alongside this change, Bungie confirms it is working on additional improvements to how these exotics can be earned.
Bungie announces that following an update on August 20, Xur will be able to sell the exotic class items for Destiny 2 players. The Final Shape continues to be a hugely popular expansion for Destiny 2, managing to put an end to the 10-year story line focused on the Light and Darkness. In addition to the campaign, the expansion introduced a wealth of content and things to chase, including new and returning exotics, the franchise's first 12 player activity, and much more.
As teased in promotional materials, Destiny 2: The Final Shape also added class specific exotic items which could roll with 2 exotic perks from a larger pool of options. This customization element made these items highly sought after as players gained access to some exotic perks that were only available on other classes. However, the way to earn these Destiny 2 class exotics would be a point of contention, forcing players into a 2 player cooperative activity which divided the player base. Ultimately, Bungie would add more ways to farm the armor, though thanks to player feedback, the studio continues to look for more ways to make the gear available.
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In its weekly blog post, Bungie confirmed that players would be able to purchase a randomly rolled Exotic Class Item from the weekend merchant Xur in exchange for 41 Strange Coins. The change is being made as part of Update 8.5.0.2 which is scheduled for August 20, and when Xur arrives on Friday, August 23, the items will be available for purchase. However, following that initial sale, each week afterward will still be subject to RNG, so these items won't always be available every single weekend. One major caveat here is that in order to acquire these items from Xur, the Dual Destiny exotic mission in Destiny 2 needs to be completed. For those who have not made it through the mission at least 1 time, Xur will instead offer an exotic engram.
When Exotic Class Items Will Arrive with Xur in Destiny 2
- August 23
Bungie teases that this is just the beginning for how these Exotic Class Items can be acquired. The studio has continued to listen to player feedback, with many still unhappy after the recent Destiny 2 exotic class item farming changes not being viable enough. Bungie hinted that it has ideas for future updates, but they're all still early in development and will take time to ultimately implement. Alternatively, players can continue running the mission, finishing the weekly challenge, and opening chests around the Pale Heart for ways to earn different rolls for now.
Player feedback has seemingly become increasingly important for Bungie as the developer has also recently attempted to assuage community fears over the future of the franchise following the recent layoffs. Bungie intends to reveal the future of Destiny soon, not only committing to the franchise with updates and transparent communication, but indicating the studio is working on plans for the next multi-year journey as well. Details on what that means outside of the planned episodes are scarce, but Bungie will keep players updated once a date has been established.
Destiny 2
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.
An Immersive Story
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.
Guardian Classes
Choose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.
- Top Critic Rating:84/100 Critics Recommend:88%
- Franchise
- Destiny
- Platform(s)
- PS5 , PS4 , Xbox Series X , Xbox Series S , Xbox One , PC , Stadia
- Released
- August 28, 2017
- Developer(s)
- Bungie
- Publisher(s)
- Bungie
- Multiplayer
- Online Multiplayer , Online Co-Op
- Engine
- Tiger Engine
- ESRB
- T For TEEN for Blood, Language, and Violence
- How Long To Beat
- 100+
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- no
- X|S Enhanced
- YES
- PS Plus Availability
- Essential, Extra, & Premium (The Witch Queen)
- Expansions
- Destiny 2: Forsaken , Destiny 2: Shadowkeep , Destiny 2: Beyond Light , Destiny 2: The Witch Queen , Destiny 2: Lightfall
- Number of Players
- 1-6 (Co-Op)
- Cross Save
- yes
- Cross-Platform Play
- PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X|S
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