Summary
Shaders inDestiny 2have always provided one of the main methods for armor and weapon customization, and Bungie have recently confirmed that some useful changes will be coming with the game’s upcoming Final Shape expansion in the interest of improving shaders' color accuracy in the UI. Though quite a few fans ofDestiny 2have been hoping for a change like this for years due to some shaders poorly communicating the colors and textures that they apply, previews of the upcoming UI changes have made experienced fans realize that they may need to refamiliarize themselves with their favorite shaders following the DLC’s release.
This won’t be the first timeDestiny 2’s vast array of shadershas seen a bit of a revamp, as shader UI icons were even simpler in the originalDestiny. Regardless, the ability to apply colored shaders to gear has remained a vital aspect of customization throughout the entireDestinyseries, as it allows Guardians to fine-tune the appearance of their own armor and weapons.Destiny 2offers an incredibly long list of unique shaders, and though some of them can be tricky to acquire due to certain vendors selling random selections of shaders each week, others are impossible to obtain in the present day.
In the most recent This Week In Destiny blog post,Destiny 2developer Bungierevealed that shader icons will be seeing something of an overhaul with The Final Shape expansion’s release in June. These tweaks involve a complete rework of shader icons, upgrading them to accommodate the total six different colors that contribute to each shader while also making it more apparent which colors dominate any given shader. Though the overall appearances and colors of every existing shader will remain totally unchanged, the new and improved icons have inspiredmixed feelings amongDestiny 2fashion enthusiasts, as the icons for existing shaders will have to be entirely re-learned.
Destiny 2 Fans Should Be Quick to Favorite Their Shaders
ManyDestiny 2fans with a passion for designing outfitstypically find themselves scrolling through pages upon pages of shaders to locate the specific one they’re after, and will likely spend even more time in shader limbo after this change. That said, a tip that many Guardians might find useful is to favorite their preferred shaders for easy identification. This can be done by hovering over any shader and hitting the shift key, RS, or R3, depending on platform.
Players should be sure to favorite their preferred shaders before the change goes live, though that’s assuming players' selections of favorited shaders remain intact after the update.Destiny 2’s climactic Final Shape expansionis set to release on June 4, and will see the decade-long Light and Dark saga brought to a close.
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Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian’s look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.An Immersive StoryYou are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.Guardian ClassesChoose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.
