Unlocking the Ultimate Arsenal: How Destiny 2 Players are Taking Catalyst Progression to the Next Level!

Looter-shooter games like Destiny 2 often require players to defeat a large number of enemies to advance. However, some members of the community are expressing frustration with the amount of kills needed to activate Exotic weapon Catalysts. Exotic weapons are powerful variations of the Legendary weapons found in Destiny 2, with special abilities that allow players to deal more damage or apply unique effects to enemies. These weapons have greatly influenced the diversity of builds in Destiny 2 and will continue to do so in the future.

Exotic weapons are unique gear pieces that excel in both lethality and utility, especially in the hands of experienced players. They come with Exotic perks that complement class-based skills and subclass-specific abilities, such as the well-known Fallen Sunstar build in Destiny 2. While all Exotic weapons have their own perks, only a select few in Destiny 2's extensive collection possess a Catalyst. Catalysts serve as Masterwork upgrades, enhancing the weapon's stats or improving its Exotic perks.

To obtain an Exotic Catalyst, players can easily earn them through playlist activities or specific quests. However, activating the Catalyst requires defeating a predetermined number of enemies, often requiring several hundred kills. Players, like Blackfang08 on Reddit, have expressed frustration with this repetitive system, finding it tedious and wanting a more enjoyable way to use the Catalysts they acquire.

In the comment section, many players share similar opinions, stating that the requirement to mindlessly grind kills takes away from the excitement of using Catalyst-empowered weapons. Some players argue that the kill-based objective is meant to ensure that players become familiar with the weapon's unique mechanics. However, others counter that newer Catalysts now require extensive weapon usage during the acquisition process, making the kill-based objective redundant. One player highlights that the kill-based objective is a holdover from Destiny 2's Year 1 and has not been updated since.

MMOs often include radiant quests in which players must complete random tasks to compensate for the lack of vertical progression or to provide additional content. Destiny 2 follows this pattern, but Bungie has shown a willingness to modify mechanics based on player feedback. As the mid-Season 21 patch approaches, which aims to enhance various Exotic weapons, players shouldn't be caught off guard if the developers choose to revamp the Catalyst system in a future update. Destiny 2 can be played on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.