Destiny 2’s New Exotic Mission: A Double-Edged Sword in Heresy’s Early Release

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Summary

  • The addition of The Taken Path Exotic mission in Heresy marks a departure from the usual pattern of Exotic mission releases in Destiny 2.
  • Releasing The Taken Path early can be beneficial for players but also raises questions about the content in Act 3 and Heresy’s future.
  • Bungie may have strategic plans for releasing content in Destiny 2 amidst the changing structure with the upcoming release of Frontiers.

In the game Destiny 2, certain customs or routines have been gradually incorporated over time. For instance, the arrival of a new season or episode often comes with a related Raid or Dungeon, an Exotic weapon associated with the season pass, and more. These traditions have become quite established, even as the game evolves with each update. However, it’s worth noting that both Episode 1 and Episode 2 introduced a new Exotic mission for players to complete alongside their weapons acquisition. But Heresy is significantly deviating from this pattern.

As a dedicated Destiny 2 enthusiast, I’m thrilled about the recent updates that unveiled some hidden mysteries on the Dreadnaught, now transformed into a patrol zone known as Heresy. The primary activity within this location is the Nether, where players are tasked with completing objectives and potentially discovering more secrets in the process. In today’s update, Taken Blights have emerged across the Dreadnaught. Interacting with these blights leads to a different area where an Exotic mission, titled The Taken Path, can be initiated – or rather, acquired through a series of steps. This intriguing mission, mysteriously dropped into our shadows, raises significant questions about the future of Heresy.

Destiny 2’s New Barrow-Dyad Exotic Quest is Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place

As a gamer diving into the world of Destiny 2, I found myself shoulder-to-shoulder with Heresy right from the start, knowing it had a tough task ahead: sorting out the lingering problems from Episode 2 while simultaneously offering an unforgettable gaming experience. So far, despite a few minor hiccups, it seems to be doing just that.

However, what makes this third and final episode even more intriguing is the impending change in Destiny 2’s Frontiers and release schedule. This shift leaves me wondering about the content Heresy will bring our way in the coming months. To add fuel to the fire, the Taken Path Exotic mission is a fantastic addition to the looter-shooter genre. But with the exotic missions from Episode 1 and 2 having debuted in Act 3, I can’t help but question what other surprises await us in Heresy’s remaining journey.

The division of the storyline into three acts sparked debate since it led to more fear of missing out, even though each episode offered more time to finish everything. This is why exotic missions have been released in Act 3 so far, suggesting that Bungie might have moved The Taken Path’s release to week two of Act 1 to make it more convenient before the major transition to Frontiers. As Heresy will serve as a transitional episode, the lack of an exotic mission in Act 3 (which is not yet confirmed but seems likely) indicates that Bungie may have other plans up its sleeve.

Destiny 2: The Pros and Cons of The Taken Path’s Act 1 Release

Introducing the Exotic mission “Heresy” for the Exotic Strand SMG “Barrow-Dyad” early might be a smart decision, providing players ample time to obtain it. However, if this mission was initially intended for Act 3 of Episode Heresy, there could be a significant gap to fill before Frontiers, leaving a noticeable void. If this was the plan from the start, it suggests that Bungie may have some exciting additional content up their sleeve to keep Destiny 2 active during what might otherwise be a quiet period.

From one perspective, releasing The Taken Path early might be beneficial for Destiny 2, addressing its longstanding problem of Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO), but it could also present challenges for Bungie regarding Act 3. Given the success of the Into The Light update, which served as a transition between seasons, it seems strategic to allocate Act 3’s time slot to similar content. This could include reintroducing eye-catching weapons, stimulating player interest before Frontiers is launched. However, if no such content update is in the pipeline, Act 3 might become a rather dull period for Destiny 2 when it requires fresh content the most.

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2025-02-12 01:44