You might remember that whole issue with Bungie accidentally leaking the prices of Destiny 2's 'Silver' microtransaction currency a month or two ago. Turns out, we were right to be worried by the idea. Though the result doesn't seem as bad as it could have been, it gets pretty close.
Being smart enough to not physically flick the switch of a server at midnight for the release of Destiny 2, it turns out Bungie have had them up and running for most of the day. And while digital copies are still time-locked, those lucky enough to get their physical discs in the mail are already shooting up every mob in sight.
With anyone able to do so now streaming the game to drag in those pre-launch viewers, one such streamer decided to check out Destiny 2's equivalent in-game item shop. So what can you spend 'silver' on, anyway? Loot boxes, of course.
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If you cast your mind back to the original Destiny, you'll remember most of the loot system was based on luck. With each crucible, strike or otherwise having the chance to throw an 'Engram' your way, you had to crack the thing open to grab the random loot housed inside. Silver is used to essentially purchase those wannabe chests at will, meaning those with little patience and far too much expendable income can gear up far more quickly that those who refuse to shell out. But with bonuses being tied to armour/weapon mods alone, they won't be increasing their Light level this way.
Much like how the Eververse worked in the original game, there isn't too much to be scared of here. Each item is locked to a max level character, meaning while there's no way to buy your way to the end of the game, there's every chance your cash could speed up the gearing process of a new character once it reaches the level cap. Other than that, you're looking at a bunch of cosmetic items. That's much more understandable. See for yourself down below.
