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As Destiny 2 waves goodbye in its final update, Warframe commemorates the beloved Bungie MMO with an in-game reward
Warframe is releasing an in-game alert on June 17th to commemorate Destiny 2 as Bungie rolls out its final update for the MMO. The alert, titled 'Make Their Own Fate,' will take place on Telesto, a location significant to both games. This gesture from Warframe developers, including director Rebb Ford, is a tribute to Bungie's impact on their own game's development.
Analyst: Q1 2026 revenue figures show there is still demand for compelling single-player video games
Global game content revenue saw a 3.6% year-over-year increase in Q1 2026, reaching $54.14 billion, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence. Companies like Capcom and Pearl Abyss reported significant growth, driven by titles such as Resident Evil Requiem and Crimson Desert, indicating continued consumer demand for compelling single-player experiences alongside live-service games. PC emerged as the fastest-growing platform.
Warframe adds a touching tribute to Destiny 2
Digital Extremes is adding a tribute to Destiny 2 in Warframe, inspired by a fan request and acknowledging the influence of Bungie's games. Warframe Creative Director Rebb Ford announced that players will be able to earn a 'Make Your Own Fate' Honoria by completing a special Alert mission on Telesto, referencing a notorious weapon from Destiny 2 and its final expansion, The Final Shape.
Destiny 2’s Monument of Triumph launch sees huge player surge, shaky servers, and fond farewells
Destiny 2's Monument of Triumph update has caused a massive surge in player numbers, leading to server issues. The update marks the game's transition into maintenance mode, with players expressing effusive praise and a recent Steam review score of 'mostly positive'. Bungie also released the complete Monument of Triumph soundtrack and a bundle of all previous expansions.
Destiny 2 finally has the all-in-one collection Bungie should've released years ago, and it's just $25 right…
Bungie has released Destiny 2: The Collection, an all-in-one bundle featuring all premium content for the MMO at a discounted price of $25. While the collection offers significant savings and a vast amount of content, the article notes that the game's original campaigns are no longer included, and the Destiny Content Vault has led to a confusing and potentially poor new-player experience. Despite these issues, the game's core gunplay and the Light and Darkness saga's key elements remain strong.
I had a blast playing Halo: Campaign Evolved, but it's not the remake Halo deserves
Halo: Campaign Evolved offers a visually updated take on the original Halo: Combat Evolved campaign, utilizing Unreal Engine 5. While the graphical enhancements are impressive, the remake largely retains the original's mechanics and level design, leading to questions about whether it goes far enough to justify its existence, especially given the omission of multiplayer.
How to complete the Destiny 2 For The Bird Triumph
This guide explains how to complete the 'For The Bird' Triumph in Destiny 2, which is part of the Monument of Triumph update. Players need to obtain the 'Fated Deepsight' quest from Hawthorne in the Tower Bazaar and then complete all encounters in the Vault of Glass Raid. Completing this Triumph rewards players with Legendary Marks and unlocks the Chatterwhite shader.
How to find Archie in Destiny 2
This guide explains how to find Archie, a robot dog, in Destiny 2 for the Monument of Triumph update. Archie is located in the Tower Bazaar, on the west side, near a balcony area with red rugs. Players can activate 'Good Boy Protocol' to pet him and complete the 'Can You Pet the Dog?' Triumph, earning 10 Legendary Marks.
I went into Halo: Campaign Evolved thinking it didn't need to exist, but after playing two levels I want full remakes of the original trilogy and Reach
Despite initial skepticism, the "Halo: Campaign Evolved" remake, built in Unreal Engine 5 by Halo Studios, offers a surprisingly faithful yet modern take on Halo: Combat Evolved. The game features stunning visuals on Xbox Series X and retains the core gameplay loop while incorporating modern features like sprinting and shield/health regeneration, making it an engaging experience for both new and returning players.
Destiny 3 Isn't in Development, But It May Have Been the Most Talked About Game of the Last Week
Despite Destiny 3 not being in development, it was the most talked-about game due to Destiny 2 reaching content completeness and fans petitioning Sony for a sequel. Bungie is now focusing on the poorly performing Marathon, while Sony faces financial write-offs and community frustration over its live service strategy.
How to complete the Distortions quest in Destiny 2
This guide details how to complete the new Distortions quest in Destiny 2, an event introduced by Bungie to revitalize destination-based play. Players will need to complete a public event, then a Distortion event, gather Strange Matter, and finally follow a Strange Signal to defeat a Distorted enemy and unlock a high-tier weapon.
How to score a goal in the hidden net in Destiny 2
This guide explains how to complete the GOOOAAAALLL!!! challenge in Destiny 2's Monuments of Triumph update. Players need to find a soccer ball in the Tower Hangar and kick it into a hidden net located within the old Future War Cult faction room to score a goal. Completing this challenge rewards players with Legendary Marks.
Destiny 2 shoots to the top of Steam's top sellers as fans of the MMO jump in for the final update, hoping Sony and…
Destiny 2 has surged to the top of Steam's best-sellers list with its final update, Monument of Triumph, drawing in a large player count. This surge in popularity for the nearly nine-year-old first-person shooter has also seen its expansions rank highly on the charts. Players are reportedly hoping this success will encourage Sony to invest more in Bungie and the Destiny franchise.
Destiny 2's final update sees the MMO hit its highest Steam playercount in two years
Destiny 2's final update, Monument of Triumph, has led to a significant surge in player numbers, reaching its highest concurrent player count on Steam in two years. The update, released on June 9, saw the MMO peak at over 167,000 players, a substantial increase from its pre-update average. This surge marks a notable resurgence for the game as Bungie concludes its support.
Destiny 2’s final update brings a huge number of Guardians back with the aptly-named Monument of Triumph
Destiny 2 experienced a significant player surge on Steam following the release of its final live-service content update, Monument of Triumph. The update brought back a large number of players, achieving the game's highest player count since The Final Shape expansion, and includes features like the return of Sparrow Racing League and a refreshed Pantheon.
Destiny 2’s Story Doesn’t Have To Be Over For TTRPG Players
This article explores how the narrative structure and communal storytelling of Destiny 2 can be translated into tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs). It highlights several TTRPGs like LIGHT: Beacon Edition, Songs for the Dusk, The Brightest Things We Know, and Dungeons & Destiny as potential avenues for players to continue their Guardian's stories in a new medium.
Destiny 2's final update crushes the Steam concurrents peak hit by last year's Edge of Fate expansion
Destiny 2's final live service update, Monument of Triumph, has seen a surge in player activity on Steam, reaching over 164,000 concurrent players. This peak surpasses the numbers seen during the launch of the Edge of Fate expansion last year and the recent Episode: Echoes. The game is also currently the top seller on Steam due to a significant sale.
Destiny 2 Players Return In Huge Numbers For The Game’s Final Live-Service Update
Destiny 2 has seen a significant surge in player numbers for its final live-service update, Monument of Triumph, which celebrates the game's history. As developer Bungie shifts its focus to the upcoming title Marathon, players are showing renewed engagement with the Destiny franchise.
Destiny 2 hasn't had this many players in years: fans flood the servers as final update sends Bungie's MMO off…
Destiny 2 has seen a massive surge in player numbers following the release of the Monument of Triumph update, marking the end of active development for Bungie's MMO. Player counts on Steam have reached levels not seen since the Final Shape expansion, despite the game's previously low average player base. While the servers will remain online, no further updates are planned, leading to speculation and a fan petition for a Destiny 3.
Destiny 2’s final content update, Monument of Triumph, is officially going live today
Bungie is releasing the final content update for Destiny 2, titled Monument of Triumph, on June 9th. This update includes gear improvements, the return of the Director, a new modifier, artifact revamps, new abilities, and activity schedules. Bungie will also share codes for unique cosmetic items on social media to commemorate the end of new content.