Guardians rejoice! Bungie has deployed Hotfix 8.2.6.1 for Destiny 2, addressing several frustrating bugs affecting quest progression, rewards, and ability functionality. The update specifically targets issues in the Spire of the Watcher dungeon, Grandmaster Nightfalls, and Timeline Reflections.
Spire of the Watcher Fixes Take Center Stage
The most significant fixes in this update address two persistent issues plaguing the Spire of the Watcher dungeon. Players who defeated Persys were not receiving proper credit for the First Watch and Elegant Arsenal quests, effectively blocking progression. Additionally, the final chests in this activity weren't dropping their intended rewards, leaving many Guardians empty-handed after completing challenging encounters.
Grandmaster Nightfall Rewards Restored
Endgame PvE enthusiasts will be pleased to know that Grandmaster Sunless Cell Nightfalls now correctly offer Pinnacle Gear rewards. This fix ensures players tackling Destiny 2's most challenging content receive appropriate power-level increases, which is particularly important for those pushing toward the seasonal power cap.
What else has been fixed in Update 8.2.6.1?
The update addresses two additional issues that were impacting player experience:
- Timeline Reflection progress now properly advances when completing Cayde's Fate, fixing a frustrating progression blocker for players exploring this nostalgic content
- Warlock Arc mains can celebrate as the Ionic Sentry ability now correctly chains lightning as intended, restoring full functionality to this Arc 3.0 feature
This hotfix continues Bungie's commitment to addressing quality-of-life issues in Destiny 2 while players await more substantial content updates. The fixes specifically target progression blockers and reward issues, ensuring players can properly advance through quests and receive appropriate rewards for their efforts.
When is Update 8.2.6.1 available?
The update was released on November 14, 2023. Players should ensure their game is fully updated before jumping into affected activities to benefit from these fixes. As always, for the most current service information, Guardians can follow the official Bungie Help Twitter account.