With the launch of Forsaken, the ranking system in the Crucible of Destiny 2 also undergoes some changes. Bungie has now provided first concrete details.
Bungie recently hinted that they are considering reducing the grind for rank ascensions in the PvP leaderboards with Forsaken. The studio has now clarified its plans and provided numerous details about the upcoming changes to the ranking system and the rewards in the Crucible for Season 4.
Changes to the PvP Ranking System in Season 4
Progression not optimal: Although the competitive Glory leaderboard is mainly intended for passionate Crucible players, many PvP fans felt the path upward was too steep.
New point distribution: Therefore, Bungie has adjusted the distribution of Glory rank points for Season 4 – both for victories and defeats, to ease the difficult climb. Additionally, the weekly reward has been fixed, and the earnings have been doubled.
The way to higher Glory ranks is designed to be more attractive for Guardians
Bungie responds to fan demands: To achieve this goal, Bungie has made some adjustments that many players will likely appreciate. For instance, the radar returns in competitive activities – a change that numerous PvP fans had requested.
Additionally, losses in the competitive playlist will no longer reset the Valor win streak starting in Season 4. Losing streaks will even be completely removed.
Furthermore, from September 4, 2018, the modes Control and Clash will expand the competitive playlist.
Valuable rewards through quests
Quests for the Crucible: The best Crucible rewards will be obtained through quests starting from Forsaken. Some of these quests require specific achievements in Glory or Valor ranks. These quests will remain available beyond Season 4.
The Redrix’s Claymore is no longer available in Season 4: Fans have already suspected this. Therefore, some players are currently trying to acquire the coveted pulse rifle for real money. Guardians who already own the Claymore can continue to use the weapon.
In return, Redrix’ Broadsword is coming: In Season 4, there will be a new quest from Lord Shaxx, after which the Redrix’ Broadsword will be available – a sister weapon (not a sword) to Redrix’ Claymore. It will be of the same archetype, held in the same slot, and will have a similar repertoire of talents, but will share neither lore nor triumphs with the Claymore.
The catch: Once you have earned the Broadsword weapon, there will be various versions of Broadsword with random rolls as random drops from Crucible Engrams. Each drop will have the fixed combo of Outlaw and Desperado. Additionally, random barrels, magazines, and masterwork perks will be included.
Boni for Claymore owners: Owners of the Redrix’ Claymore will receive additional bonuses in Season 4:
- An exclusive emblem upon completing the associated triumph
- Random drops of the Redrix’s Broadsword from Crucible Engrams will already be active for Claymore owners, even if they have not completed the associated quest.
New toys for Guardians: Moreover, a new unspecified Crucible reward will be added with the start of Season 4.
By the way: In the Rumble mode, it will now count as a victory if you finish in the top 3 by the end of the match.
What do you think about these adjustments? Do they make the Crucible more attractive for you?
