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Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance modeBungie has released a final update and a free emblem for Destiny 2 as the game enters maintenance mode. While regular server downtimes will occur, major content updates and patches are no longer expected, though critical bug fixes might still be addressed. This marks the end of an era for the online loot shooter, which saw a significant player resurgence following its last major update.
Destiny 2 free game shows just how much fans hate ex-CEO and his car collectionA fan-made game called Destiny: The Final Car has been created to satirize and express frustration with former Bungie CEO Pete Parsons and his car collection. This comes amid fan discontent over Bungie's management, including layoffs and the shift away from new Destiny 2 content following Sony's acquisition of the studio.
Sony, Bungie settle with ex-Marathon director they accused of "predatory behaviour", bringing $200m wrongful dismissal lawsuit to a closeSony and Bungie have settled a $200 million wrongful dismissal lawsuit filed by former Marathon game director Christopher Barrett. Barrett alleged the companies falsely insinuated he engaged in sexual misconduct to destroy his reputation and avoid paying him nearly $50 million. The settlement brings an end to the legal proceedings, with Barrett's name being added to Marathon's credits. This news follows recent significant layoffs at Bungie.
Former Marathon and Destiny 2 lead "pleased to share" outcome of his $200 million lawsuit against Bungie and Sony is "one I am very satisfied with"Former Bungie director Christopher Barrett has reached a settlement with Bungie and Sony Interactive Entertainment regarding his $200 million lawsuit. Barrett, who led projects like Marathon and Destiny 2, alleged wrongful termination to avoid paying him $45 million. The terms of the settlement are confidential, but Barrett expressed satisfaction with the outcome and his name has been added to the Marathon credits.
Former Marathon director settles lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, following his firing over alleged inappropriate messages to female staffFormer Marathon director Christopher Barrett has settled his lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, which was filed after his termination for alleged inappropriate messages to female staff. Barrett claimed wrongful termination and defamation, while the companies revealed some of the alleged messages. The settlement was announced via posts on X and LinkedIn, with both parties expressing satisfaction and acknowledging Barrett's contributions to Bungie's games.- Sony Settles With Fired Marathon Game Director Who Sued PlayStation and Bungie for More Than $200 Million, Adds Name to CreditsSony has settled with former developer Christopher Barrett, who was accused of sexual misconduct and sued PlayStation and Bungie for over $200 million. As part of the settlement, Barrett will be credited in the recently released extraction shooter Marathon.
- Evening Legal BriefsA former director for Destiny 2 and Marathon has settled a $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, expressing satisfaction with the outcome. The article also briefly mentions a judge rejecting a Kalshi attempt to override new regulations.
Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director settles $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie: 'The outcome is one I…Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director Christopher Barrett has settled his $200 million lawsuit against Sony Interactive Entertainment and Bungie. Barrett alleged he was wrongfully terminated to avoid paying him over $45 million in owed compensation and to scapegoat him for business failures. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, but Barrett expressed satisfaction with the outcome.
Players prove Destiny 2 can still produce wonders with discovery of poopy pants transmogPlayers have discovered a humorous transmog combination in Destiny 2 that makes hunter characters appear to have 'poopy pants' when using the Scavenger Suit leg armor with the Cobwebbed shader. This discovery highlights the game's enduring capacity for player-driven entertainment, even as Bungie faces staffing changes and the game enters its twilight years.- Destiny 2 Players Get One Last Surprise from Bungie, Developer Reveals Limited Support PlansBungie has announced limited support plans for Destiny 2, providing players with one final surprise. The developer revealed the extent of ongoing support for the game.
Destiny 2 isn't fully dead yet: community manager says the devs who weren't laid off are still working on "maintenance/upkeep" and "a small fix could sneak in here or there"Despite significant layoffs at Bungie and the end of new content for Destiny 2, the game will continue to receive server maintenance and occasional hotfixes for critical issues. A community manager confirmed that while major updates are finished, the team will still address game crashes and perform upkeep, with the possibility of small fixes being implemented.
Id Software veteran of over 20 years absolutely rips and tears into Microsoft after devastating layoffs: "XBOX decided half the team was no longer needed"Long-time id Software developer Michael Maynard expressed his anger and sadness following significant layoffs at the studio, which he states impacted roughly half the team. Maynard, who had been with id Software for over 20 years, criticized Microsoft and Xbox for the decision, highlighting the loss of institutional knowledge and the impact on the studio's legacy. The article also briefly mentions Sony and Bungie's recent workforce reductions and John Romero's support for the affected developers.
Former Xbox boss Don Mattrick once reportedly suggested Halo 4 should have a real-money auction house like Diablo 3 infamously didFormer Xbox boss Don Mattrick reportedly suggested that Halo 4 should feature a real-money auction house for in-game items, similar to Diablo 3's controversial experiment. This idea was met with internal disbelief by the development team, who recognized the potential negative impact on the game's reputation and completion status. Halo 4 ultimately launched without such a feature, and Mattrick departed Microsoft in 2013.
Get Games For Less Than $10 During Green Man Gaming’s Summer SaleGreen Man Gaming is currently hosting its Summer Sale, offering significant discounts on thousands of PC games, with many titles available for under $10. The sale features a wide range of games, from indie hits like Balatro to major releases such as The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and includes deals on games like Sleeping Dogs Definitive Edition, Batman: Arkham Collection, and Destiny 2: The Collection. The sale is set to end on July 13.
Destiny 2 Glitch That Farms T5 Meta Armor DiscoveredA glitch in Destiny 2 allows players to farm T5 meta armor sets by exploiting the postmaster system when running Lost Sectors with a full engram inventory. This method bypasses the usual slow grind for specific armor pieces. Bungie has acknowledged the glitch and stated it will not be immediately fixed, though a fix for the underlying system is in development.- MMO Week in Review: EverQuest risingThis week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls on PC Blocked in 132 Countries Due to PlayStation Account RequirementThe PC version of Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls will not be available in 132 countries due to a mandatory PlayStation Network account requirement for multiplayer features. This situation mirrors the controversy faced by Helldivers 2, which was later reversed by Sony. Arc System Works is developing the fighting game, featuring Marvel characters with a 3D anime aesthetic.
Shack Chat: What's your Game of the Mid-Year?Shacknews staff members share their personal favorite games released in the first half of 2026. Titles like Pragmata, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Star Fox, and Marathon are highlighted for their engaging gameplay, compelling stories, and unique experiences.
Rare added to the list of Xbox studios under threatRumors suggest that Microsoft is planning significant layoffs across several Xbox studios, including Rare, Bethesda, and Arkane, with some studios potentially facing closure or sale. This follows recent layoffs at Bungie and Microsoft pulling out of a partnership with IO Interactive. The reported motivation behind these potential cuts is a focus on profitability by new Microsoft management.
Xbox is closing down studios to help fund more Halo claim insidersXbox is reportedly planning significant layoffs and studio closures as part of a strategy to reallocate resources towards key franchises like Halo, The Elder Scrolls, and Fallout. Insiders suggest this move aims to revitalize struggling IPs and address issues with post-launch support, particularly for Halo Infinite. Several studios, including Ninja Theory and Double Fine, are rumored to be at risk.