One of the most celebrated activities in Destiny 2 is Exotic missions, which are special levels that reward players with Exotic weapons and are usually tied to quests. These Exotic missions are typically designed to be unique and memorable, with engaging stories, puzzles, and enemies. In the past, Exotic missions have always been fleeting due to the content vault, but now, in the future of Destiny 2, an Exotic Mission Rotator playlist may allow players to experience what they could have missed out on.

One of the main problems with Exotic missions is that they are often tied to specific Seasons or events, which means they are only available for a limited time before they are removed from the game. This creates a sense of fear of missing out called FOMO among Destiny 2 players, who feel pressured to complete the missions before they are gone. It also reduces the replay value and variety in Destiny 2, as players cannot revisit their favorite missions or try new ones. For example, Presage, an Exotic mission introduced in Season of the Chosen, was a fan-favorite due to its creepy atmosphere, clever puzzles, and rewarding loot.

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Destiny 2's Exotic Missions Offer Great Puzzles and Bits of Lore

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Destiny 2's Exotic Mission Rotator also challenges the players’ problem-solving skills, as each mission has puzzles requiring logic, observation, and coordination. For example, in Presage, players have to use spores to open doors and vents, as well as find hidden switches and levers to access secret areas. Comparatively, Operation: Seraph’s Shield makes players use drones and terminals to activate satellites and lasers and find hidden chests and keys to access Rasputin’s vaults.

The Exotic Mission Rotator also preserves some of the best storytelling and lore moments in Destiny 2’s history, as each mission reveals more about the characters and events that shaped the in-game universe. For instance, in Presage, players learn more about Calus’ interaction with the Darkness, which intertwine with the fate of Katabasis, a Guardian who was part of Calus’ Shadow Loyalists. Compelling story moments like this only add to Exotic missions' replayability and make players more involved with Destiny 2's overarching stories, often enriching the gameplay loop.

Destiny 2's Exotic Mission Rotator Will Increase Endgame Variety in PVE

A Destiny 2 player has some ideas on how to refresh the core PvE playlists, including new modifiers and playlists.

Additionally, the Exotic Mission Rotator will likely reward players with various Exotic loot in Destiny 2 from past Seasons or missions. These rewards would certainly be random and rare, so players will have to replay the missions often. Some possible rewards players could expect may include random rolls for Dead Man’s Tale or Hawkmoon, as well as an easier time obtaining their ornaments and Catalysts. The Exotic Mission Rotator could also offer new gear and weapons that match the themes and stories of the missions, such as a Cabal-themed rocket launcher or a Scorn-themed sword.

Bungie's upcoming Exotic Mission Rotator will enhance the game’s longevity and variety and will give players a chance to experience some of the best content that Destiny 2 has to offer. The Rotator also shows that Bungie cares about the game's fan-favorite content and its community, and also that it is willing to listen to feedback - such as the fact that players wanted Exotic missions available for more than a couple of Seasons. Players are excited to see what the Exotic Mission Rotator will bring, and most hope that Bungie will continue to surprise and delight fans with more replayable and memorable Exotic missions moving forward through 2023.

Destiny 2 is now available on PC, PS4, PS5, Stadia, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

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