Destiny 2 Hotfix 6.3.0.4 Now Live

Quicksilver Storm and Touch of Malice Damage Nerfs

Bungie has released Hotfix 6.3.0.4 for Destiny 2, which includes several changes and fixes. The most notable changes are the nerfs to the Quicksilver Storm and Touch of Malice Exotic weapons.

Quicksilver Storm

The Quicksilver Storm Exotic auto rifle has lost its 40 damage increase. This nerf was likely implemented to bring the weapon more in line with other auto rifles in the game.

Touch of Malice

The Touch of Malice Exotic scout rifle has also lost its 40 damage increase. This nerf was likely implemented to make the weapon less overpowered in PvE content.

Other Changes and Fixes

In addition to the weapon nerfs, Hotfix 6.3.0.4 also includes a number of other changes and fixes, such as:

• Fixed an issue where players could get stuck in the Tower if they were in a fireteam.
• Fixed an issue where players could not progress the "Decrypted" quest step in the "Season of the Seraph" quest.
• Fixed an issue where the "Banshee's Choice" weekly bounty was not rewarding players with the correct amount of experience.

Conclusion

Hotfix 6.3.0.4 is a welcome update that addresses some of the most pressing issues in Destiny 2. The nerfs to the Quicksilver Storm and Touch of Malice Exotic weapons will likely have a significant impact on the game's meta, so players will need to adjust their loadouts accordingly.