Over the last couple of weeks I have noticed many a destiny player giving feedback on how hard the game has become for them (specifically end game and exotic quests).
A lot of replies to them were, "Git Gud", "Skill Issue", "You Problem" etc.
It made me wonder, it D2 End Game becoming too hard for the average player?
I ran 17 GM's last week before I finally had the tactics down and able to finish the GM @ lvl 1583 (so yes, skill level not up to par).
However, I went to look at some stats and PLEASE bare in mind .. these ARE ASSUMPTIONS as it's not from the official Bungie site.
With avg of 100K players per day (https://activeplayer.io/destiny-2/)
Raids: https://warmind.io/analytics/raid
VOTD Succesfull Clears : 29%
VOTD Master Succesfull clears : 15%
If you look at the Triumph seals it ranges extremely low (https://warmind.io/analytics/seal) indicating that it's really just the above average players who obtain these.
GM Nightfalls (https://warmind.io/nightfall)
If we look at the success rate it's on 53% (highly likely thanks to the cheese).
Crucible I'm looking at 1 player that mentioned his KD was 1.16 placing him in the top 16% (as per his word on his stats on https://destinytracker.com/)
As I cannot forsure say that 80% of the players are less than 1KD I will just say assume so
Based on these assumptions I just thought ... Maybe it might be too hard for the average player. In which case if we look at raids 70% of the player base miss out on it (disregarding time available or friends available).
So I'm wondering, is the game really too hard for the majority of players with only the top 20% being able to enjoy the full game and end game content.
That means 80 000 people a day miss out on the end content or have tried it and just given up due to the difficulty level.
Maybe Bungie, just maybe a quick survey to your player base will give you some insights?
My opinion on the matter is not really relevant as I try all activities no matter the difficulty. Some I struggle with a lot, some I find "easier", but I was curious as an "average player" which I consider myself to be (PVP - Below average), do you feel the end game is too tough?
Skill definitely plays a role, but so does light level etc. Telling people to put in the time also is an invalid argument as a LOT of people have full time jobs, families and other commitments. I'm sure Bungie did not design the game for the X number of people who can play all day, but to have as many involved as possible.
If the average player cannot enjoy ALL the game has to offer or feel satisfied with their progress, the whole community loses out when that player leaves.
Anyhoo .. this is NOT facts, but my view (with big holes in them). Your view are very much appreciated and thank you if you read all the way to here.
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No. The new legend campaign was challenging solo, but epic. TWQ for me was THE best dlc d2 ever had. And I usually NEVER give bungie props.