Destiny 2 update 1.2.3 is scheduled to hit on July 17, about a month and half before Forsaken comes in and completely changes the landscape. While September’s expansion will offer players a chance to climb to a 600 Power level, update 1.2.3 will introduce a brand new Destiny 2 Power level cap to entice players to climb the ranks a little bit before then. As of July 17, the Power level cap will be increased to 400 (likely 405 with mods) from the current 380 (385 with mods). It’s unknown if the mod changes coming in September will keep the same +5 modifier that legendary mods offer players.
In order to hit 400, players will have to participate in two activities this summer. 400 Power weapons will drop from the new Prestige Raid Lairs. Completing Prestige Spire of Stars and Eater of Worlds will reward players with Raid weapons up to the new 400 cap, being the only way to pass the current cap before Forsaken’s release. 400 armor will drop from the Summer Solstice event. Details are currently scarce on the Summer Solstice event, but Bungie thoroughly outlined the new and long-awaited Prestige Raid Lair challenges. Every week will feature a new curated weapon suite and global modifier for both Raid Lairs. Weapon loadouts will be restricted to weapon types, so players will be free to choose their favorite weapons within the set restrictions. For example, one week may feature Auto Rifle/Submachine Gun/Sniper Rifle and players would be free to swap between an...