How Sidearms Made a Whole Archetype Useless | Destiny 2 The Final Shape

Summary

The introduction of rocket sidearms in Destiny 2 has significantly impacted the PVE meta, overshadowing legendary Trace rifles. Previously, Trace rifles were favored in double special loadouts for their range and ammo efficiency. However, rocket sidearms, classified as primary weapons, offer better damage and ammo economy, making them more popular. The community is now divided on whether Trace rifles should receive a buff or rocket sidearms a nerf. The video explores these changes and invites viewers to share their experiences and opinions on the current state of these weapons.

Takeaways

• 🚀 Rocket Sidearms have significantly impacted the PVE meta in Destiny 2, altering gameplay dynamics in unexpected ways.
• 🔥 The introduction of Rocket Sidearms has overshadowed an entire category of legendary weapons, specifically Trace rifles.
• 🎯 Trace rifles, once a unique and powerful choice for PVE, have seen a decline in usage due to the new meta.
• 💥 The speaker humorously expresses a personal preference for Trace rifles, likening them to iconic game covers and their appeal.
• 🌟 Legendary Trace rifles were initially popular for their high damage output, range, and ammo economy in double special loadouts.
• 🛡️ Changes in the Witch Queen expansion affected ammo management, making Trace rifles less viable compared to other weapon options.
• 🔧 Rocket Sidearms offer better damage output and ammo efficiency, with perks like Lead from Gold, Volt Shot, and Incandescent Can Des.
• 🔄 The shift to Rocket Sidearms is partly due to their classification as a primary weapon for ammo drops, enhancing their utility in PVE.
• 🔄 The speaker hopes for a buff to legendary Trace rifles rather than a nerf to Rocket Sidearms, indicating a desire for balance in weapon usage.
• 🗣️ The community's opinion on the use and preference of legendary Trace rifles and double special loadouts is sought through comments.
• 👋 The speaker signs off, indicating a future discussion or follow-up on the topic of weapon choices in Destiny 2.

Q & A

What significant change in the PVE meta has been mentioned in the script?

The introduction of rocket sidearms has changed the PVE meta in ways that were not anticipated, affecting the use of certain weapons.

What archetype of legendary weapons is claimed to have been 'killed' by rocket sidearms?

Rocket sidearms have overshadowed the use of legendary Trace rifles in the game.

What is the player's humorous take on their in-game death and representation?

The player humorously expresses a desire to be photoshopped like the Black Ops 1 cover guy, with specific weapons in hand, instead of being depicted with wings or attractive women.

What was the initial state of Trace rifles in Destiny 2?

Initially, there was only the Arc exotic Trace rifle, Cold Heart, in the heavy slot, until other Trace rifles were introduced.

How did rocket sidearms impact the use of Trace rifles in double special loadouts?

Rocket sidearms have become more popular in double special loadouts due to their superior damage output and ammo efficiency compared to Trace rifles.

What changes in the Witch Queen expansion affected the use of double special loadouts?

The Witch Queen expansion made players more conscious of their ammo expenditure, which affected the viability of double special loadouts.

Why do rocket sidearms receive better ammo drop rates compared to primary weapons?

Rocket sidearms are classified as a primary weapon instead of a special, allowing them to receive normal drop rates for ammo, which is more beneficial than the nerfed drop rates for primary-special heavy loadouts.

What are some of the perks that make rocket sidearms more effective in clearing rooms?

Rocket sidearms can roll with perks like Lead from Gold, which increases ammo reserves, and have a blast radius that helps in clearing rooms efficiently.

What is the player's hope for the future of legendary Trace rifles?

The player hopes that legendary Trace rifles will receive a buff in the future to make them more competitive, rather than nerfing rocket sidearms.

What is the player inviting the audience to do after sharing their thoughts on rocket sidearms and Trace rifles?

The player is inviting the audience to share their experiences with legendary Trace rifles, whether they used them with double special, if they still use them, or if they are glad they are less common now, by leaving comments.