Popular 'Destiny 2' Exotic Disabled Due to Game Exploit

Bungie disables Destiny 2's Hawkmoon hand cannon in PvP due to an exploit. The popular exotic weapon, known for its unique perks, was causing significant issues in Crucible matches. This isn't the first time Destiny 2 has faced game-breaking exploits; the game's history includes similar incidents, such as the Prometheus Lens incident.

While the recent expansion, The Final Shape, has been largely well-received, it hasn't been without its problems. Players have encountered various bugs, including one affecting the new No Hesitation auto rifle, rendering it ineffective against barrier champions.

The Hawkmoon exploit involved using the Kinetic Holster leg mod to reload the weapon without losing its Paracausal Shot perk. This allowed for sustained, overpowered damage, leading to numerous one-shot kills in Crucible. Bungie swiftly responded by disabling Hawkmoon in PvP while a fix is developed.

This action follows another recent exploit allowing players to farm rewards in private matches while AFK. Although this exploit primarily yielded common resources, the quick removal disappointed some players. The contrast in Bungie's response highlights the different priorities given to various exploits.