The most significant change for veteran Runners is the overhaul of the Misriah 2442. Bungie is increasing its spread and adjusting the base fire rate to compensate for the removal of the Slick Mag's rate-of-fire bonus. This shift, combined with a rework of the Overrun and CE Tactical Sidearm, suggests a move toward more deliberate engagement ranges and a slightly slower Time-to-Kill (TTK) in close-quarters scraps.
Buildcrafting is getting a major injection of depth with new mod families. Folding Stocks will allow players to toggle between collapsed and unfolded modes, while Darksight Scopes introduce night vision optics—essential gear for the upcoming Night Marsh map. The implant system is also being streamlined into a perk-based model, featuring clear identifiers like Tox Injectors to help players understand their build's impact at a glance.
The Marathon roster expands with the Sentinel, a shell designed for those who prefer to hold their ground. Its kit is built for area denial:
- Defender System: A deployable platform for fortified positioning.
- Snare Mine: A tactical tool to punish aggressive flankers.
- Prey Tracker: A passive trait that keeps targets visible once engaged.
New hardware arrives in the form of the KKV-9SD SMG and the D54 Battle Pistol, providing more options for high-stakes extractions. With an Open Play Week running from June 2nd to June 9th, players will have a full seven days to test these balance changes and the new Frost Mines before the meta fully solidifies.
Soren