Destiny 2 patch 9.5.6.1 is available to download on PS4, PS5, PC and Xbox consoles. According to the Destiny 2 update 9.5.6.1 patch notes, the latest update fixes an issue where Crucible and Solo Ops contender cards were progressing slower than intended. Today’s Destiny 2 version 9.5.6.1 also includes general stability and performance fixes.
Destiny 2 Patch 9.5.6.1 Notes – March 31, 2026

Activities
Guardian Games
- Fixed an issue where Crucible and Solo Ops contender cards were progressing slower than intended.
- We have adjusted these cards to progress faster than originally intended to make up for the week of slower progress.
- Fixed a visual issue in the Guardian Games Event Home where Ascendant Alloy purchases would incorrectly display there was always zero available stock.
Quests and Pursuits
- Fixed an issue where the Arms Week quest Initial Calibration was present in some player’s inventories at the start of Guardian Games.
General
- Fixed an issue where the Lawless Satin Shader Pack was displaying as owned in the Seasonal tab for players who owned the Valkyrie Descent armor set.
Known Issues List
- Identified some issues with progression in Guardian Games that will make things feel a little slower than expected in Solo Ops and Crucible. We are planning to increase progression from these areas on March 31.
- Ascendant Alloy purchases in the Event Home incorrectly display that there is 0 available stock.
- The First Pioneer contender card does not count Lawless Frontier invasion kills.
- Tempest Strike cannot be used while a Renegade Ability Jammer is active.
Previously, Destiny 2 update 7.1 changes for the economy, weapon sandbox, abilities, exotic armor, quality of life, crucible, and enemy elemental shields. Today’s Destiny 2 update 3.94 will fix a few of these issues.
Related: Destiny 2 servers are down for maintenance. Check the Destiny 2 server status here.
Download free Destiny 2 update 9.5.6.1 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
