The Mysterious Disappearance of Finality’s Auger
You and your fellow Guardians have been running the Sundered Doctrine dungeon in Destiny 2 multiple times this week, hoping to snag the coveted new Exotic, Finality’s Auger. Despite your relentless efforts, the item has stubbornly refused to drop, leading many to wonder if it’s a case of bad luck or something more systemic. Bungie, the game’s developer, has finally stepped in to address the issue. In a statement released today, they confirmed that Finality’s Auger is not dropping as expected due to a bug. The developers are currently investigating the root cause and are actively discussing options to resolve this problem as quickly as possible. For now, the weapon remains elusive, and players who didn’t clear the contest mode can hope to see it in their collections once the bug is fixed.
The Data Speaks
Before Bungie’s official statement, the community was already voicing concerns about the drop rate of Finality’s Auger. Warmind.io, a popular stat-gathering website for Destiny 2, provided some alarming data. According to their records, there have been 37,851 drops of Finality’s Auger and 37,850 drops of the Last Erasure emblem, which is awarded for completing the Sundered Doctrine during its 48-hour contest mode. This near-identical number of drops for both items suggested a significant issue, as the emblem is a one-time reward, while the Exotic should have a more varied drop rate. The data seemed to confirm what many players suspected: there was a bug affecting the drop rate of Finality’s Auger.
A Pattern of Issues
The bugged drop rate for Finality’s Auger is just one of several technical glitches that were introduced with Destiny 2’s Episode Heresy, which launched last week. The Sundered Doctrine dungeon, in particular, has been plagued by other significant bugs. One notable issue is the Zoetic Lockset encounter, where the bosses are not taking critical damage, even though they are supposed to be one giant crit spot. The eyes of the bosses, which are the intended critical spots, are simply not functioning as they should. This bug not only affects the drop rate but also the overall player experience, making the dungeon more frustrating and less rewarding than it was intended to be.
A Return to Form, With Hiccups
Episode Heresy marked a promising return for Destiny 2 after a period of content scarcity and declining player base. The last eight months have been particularly challenging, with SteamCharts data showing an all-time low in the game’s player count. The community’s morale was already low due to two lackluster seasons that were also marred by high-impact glitches. Despite these setbacks, Bungie seemed to be on the right track with Heresy, aiming to deliver quality content in the final episode before the next expansion. However, the recurrence of significant bugs has fueled the perception that the studio is losing control of the game. This perception has been further exacerbated by the recent layoffs, which have added to the uncertainty and concern among the player base.
What’s Next for Finality’s Auger?
Bungie has not yet announced a specific timeline for fixing the Finality’s Auger drop rate issue. However, they have indicated that players who are eager to obtain the Exotic might need to wait before attempting to run the Sundered Doctrine again. The good news is that other gear and rewards from the dungeon seem to be dropping normally, and the Drowning Labyrinth quest still functions as intended, albeit with an intentional time gate. This suggests that the bug is specific to Finality’s Auger and not a broader issue affecting the entire dungeon. Players are advised to stay tuned to Bungie’s official page for updates and potential compensation once the bug is resolved.
An Update from Bungie
As of 7:24 PM CT, Bungie has provided an update on the Finality’s Auger bug. They have found a fix for the issue and are looking to implement it as soon as tomorrow. However, they need to validate the fix and ensure a clean deployment to avoid any further complications. In an effort to make it up to the players, the studio also plans to boost the drop chance of Finality’s Auger after the fix. While it’s unclear if this boost will be temporary, it’s a reassuring step that shows Bungie is committed to addressing the community’s concerns and ensuring a better player experience. The hope is that the fix and the increased drop rate will help alleviate the frustration and bring some much-needed excitement back to the game as it moves toward its next expansion.
