Gear 2.0 - what do we know, or busting some myths
There are a lot of threads about the gear revamp (or Gear 2.0), and I notice a lot of the same incorrect claims being repeated in each. This thread is being created to list the most common ones, and provide evidence on the same.
Note: if you don't like the revamp, feel free to add your opinion to the dozens of other threads on the subject. The purpose of this thread is to list the statements on what is planned.
Primary sources:
State of the Game #143 - Gear 2.0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2RYyJDcHCg&t=381s
https://mixer.com/TheDivision?vod=jQ...HE26cjX6zYMnPA
State of the Game #144 - recalibration and skills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EAYLG-AltP4
https://mixer.com/TheDivision?vod=PV...2EWvR2s1IgGbfg
In addition, screenshots of tweets from Frederik Thylander will be used. If you want to find the original, dig it up yourself. He's already being inundated with questions, and I don't plan on adding to his load.
For completeness, official recaps:
SOTG #143, SOTG #144.
Note that the recaps only summarize key points, and often skip over or ignore details. They should not be relied on as the videos provide much greater detail and context.
[edit] added Warlords of New York expansion links:
Announcement livestream
Overview
Seasons
What you need to know before heading to NY