Bungie is nerfing the WSTR shotgun in Marathon for the second time, aiming to curb its dominance in close-range combat. The update will make it impossible to down players with blue shields in two shots, encouraging more tactical play. This move addresses community concerns about weapon balance and keeps gameplay fresh. Players will need to adapt as Bungie continues to fine-tune the meta.
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