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Bungie Might Be Facing 50% Staff Reduction, Claims Journalist
Journalist Sylvain Trinel reports that Bungie may be planning significant layoffs, potentially impacting over half of its workforce this summer. These potential cuts follow the conclusion of Destiny 2's development cycle and ongoing challenges with other projects.
Destiny 2 developer Bungie will be halved in size this summer claims source
Bungie is reportedly planning massive layoffs this summer, potentially affecting at least 50% of its workforce, according to journalist Sylvain Trinel. This follows previous rounds of layoffs and comes amid struggles with the game Marathon and a recent surge in popularity for Destiny 2. Sony Interactive Entertainment, which acquired Bungie in 2022, reported a significant impairment loss related to the studio earlier this year.
Oxygen SR3 PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2
This guide details the optimal PvE and PvP "god rolls" for the Oxygen SR3 Scout Rifle in Destiny 2. It provides specific perk recommendations for both modes, highlighting its strengths in PvE with healing and damage capabilities, while acknowledging its limitations in PvP compared to other weapons. The article also explains how to acquire the Oxygen SR3 through Vanguard activities and Zavala's focused decoding.
Bungie will let Destiny 2 infinite damage bug ride for a week: 'Do your thing'
Bungie has acknowledged a significant "near infinite damage" bug in Destiny 2, introduced by the Monument of Triumph update, but has opted to leave it in place for approximately one week. While the developers plan a fix for next week, they are encouraging players to exploit the bug for fun, referring to it as "The Artifactening." The bug allows for unreasonable damage output by stacking seasonal Artifact perks, though it has been disabled in PvP modes to prevent unfair advantages.
Destiny 2 players end the game exactly as they started it: driving Bungie mad by pushing bosses off a cliff
Destiny 2 players have discovered a new exploit in the Pantheon raid challenge, allowing them to defeat bosses by pushing them off ledges, a long-standing tradition in the game. This method, utilizing the Ward of Dawn Titan Super and heavy crossbows, can be used to farm loot and spoils, though it may be patched by Bungie due to its impact on the raid economy.
How Destiny 2 Ends For Every Major Character
This article delves into the resolutions for various major characters in Destiny 2 following the conclusion of its narrative arcs. It details the final paths for characters like Zavala, Ikora, Eris Morn, and others, exploring their retirements, promotions, ongoing quests, and personal journeys as presented in the game's lore and epilogue.
An obscure new game-breaking Destiny bug lets you one-hit bosses, and I don't think Bungie's gonna let this…
A new game-breaking bug has been discovered in Destiny 2 that allows players to stack multiple seasonal artifact mods simultaneously. This exploit enables players to achieve incredibly powerful builds, such as turning Titan's Thundercrash into a nuclear bomb or creating a massive Threadling army, allowing for bosses to be defeated in seconds. While the bug is obscure, it is expected to be patched quickly by Bungie due to its game-breaking nature.
What the heck are you playing at, games industry?
The article criticizes the recent surge in video game studio closures and layoffs, highlighting numerous studios shut down by major publishers like Ubisoft, EA, Embracer, Sony, and Microsoft. It questions the business strategies of these publishers, particularly Microsoft's handling of Ninja Theory and the high development cost of Xbox exclusives like Gears of War E-Day, while also pointing to the industry's pursuit of live services and infinite growth over sustainable development.
Rumour: Gaming Industry 'Bloodbath' Imminent, as Sony, Microsoft, and More Brace for Mass Layoffs
A report suggests that the gaming industry is facing imminent mass layoffs, with major publishers like Sony and Microsoft potentially cutting entire studios. French journalist Sylvain Trinel indicated that the current situation at Xbox is just the beginning of a larger 'bloodbath' for studios, also highlighting concerns for companies like Don't Nod, Quantic Dream, id Software, Bethesda, and BioWare. Speculation also points to potential issues for PlayStation studios such as Media Molecule and Bend Studio.
Destiny 2 comes full circle as players honour the tradition of pushing bosses to their deaths—this time by becoming a porcupine and smacking them with a void football
Players are honoring an old Destiny tradition in Destiny 2 by using a specific game mechanic to push bosses to their deaths, effectively farming them. This method involves combining a Sentinel Titan's Ward of Dawn ability with a crossbow to create a 'porcupine' effect that sends enemies flying. This tactic is being used to farm the Pantheon raid gauntlet, which returned in the game's final update.
How to get Exotic Orders in Destiny 2
This guide explains how to obtain Exotic Orders in Destiny 2, which are crucial for acquiring Exotic Catalysts and other endgame items. While obtaining Exotic Orders is largely random, players can increase their chances by completing Common and Legendary Orders, with a chance to roll an Exotic Order upon completing a Legendary one. Prioritizing activities like Arena Ops and Solo Ops, and potentially utilizing the Rewards Pass for Order Rarity Boosts, can further improve acquisition rates.
Strange Leftovers locations for Pieces of the Whole Triumph - Destiny 2
This guide details the locations of Strange Leftovers in Destiny 2, required for the Pieces of the Whole Triumph. Players need to find three specific items in The EDZ, The Tower, and Nessus to complete the Treasure Hunting objective and earn Legendary Marks.
High Albedo PvE and PvP god rolls and how to get - Destiny 2
This guide details the best PvE and PvP god rolls for the High Albedo sidearm in Destiny 2. The High Albedo is a reprised weapon from Europa, obtainable through a quest from Variks or as a random drop from planetary activities. While the weapon is more suited for PvE, specific perk combinations can make it viable for PvP.
Evening Reading - June 15, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming topics, including discussions on Destiny 2 and the potential for Destiny 3, new indie game previews like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Grave Seasons, and a look back at cut content from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The article also highlights Shacknews's commitment to original content and its merchandise.
The Division 2: Into the Dark Introduces New Toxic Dark Zone, Improves PvEvP Experience
The Division 2's latest season, Into the Dark, introduces significant updates to the Dark Zone, including a new Toxic Dark Zone for cooperative play and improved rewards from Landmarks. The season also adds new mechanics for collecting and using Sample Canisters to unlock powerful bonuses.
How to find Strange Leftovers in Destiny 2
This guide details how to find Strange Leftovers in Destiny 2, a challenge related to Xur's past appearances. Players need to visit specific locations in the EDZ, Nessus, and the Tower to collect these items to complete the Pieces of the Whole Triumph.
How to find Assimilated Demolishers in Destiny 2
This guide explains how to find and summon the Assimilated Demolishers, Vex bosses located in the Watcher's Grave area of Nessus in Destiny 2. Players must defeat all three within a five-minute time limit to complete the Forcible Disconnect Triumph and earn Legendary Marks. The article also briefly mentions other Triumphs and the author's background.
Respawn Monday #3: Guild Wars 3 and Destiny 2's Final Update — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This article reflects on the future of Guild Wars 3 and the conclusion of Destiny 2's content updates. Developer ArenaNet plans to support Guild Wars 2 and Guild Wars 3 simultaneously, with Guild Wars 2 receiving substantial updates and a feature to earn rewards for the new game. Meanwhile, Destiny 2 has received its final major update, leaving the game in its best possible form with storylines concluded, and Bungie is urged to keep servers running due to continued player interest.
I wish Bungie would stop designing excellent multiplayer shooters and go back to making fantasy strategy games where you…
This article expresses a desire for Bungie to return to developing strategy games like the Myth series, rather than focusing solely on excellent multiplayer shooters such as their new game Marathon. The author highlights the unique tactical squad management and physics-based combat of Myth, lamenting that the games are not readily available digitally or easily playable on modern systems, unlike Bungie's current output.
It's bittersweet that the best time to play Destiny 2 in years coincides with its end, but I'm happy for the new players who get to experience its most liberating iteration yet
The final update for Destiny 2, despite marking the end of the game, is seen as a positive and liberating experience, especially for new players. This update introduces numerous requested quality-of-life improvements, loot refreshes, and activity revamps, making it the best iteration of the game to date. While the narrative conclusion may be underwhelming, the extensive patch notes highlight significant additions that revitalize the game's core elements.
