Destiny 2: The Final Shape
News, coverage and analysis tracking Destiny 2: The Final Shape across the outlets.
Destiny 2's final update sees the MMO hit its highest Steam playercount in two yearsDestiny 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 crushes the Steam concurrents peak hit by last year's Edge of Fate expansionDestiny 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 Player Count Soars Above Marathon’s Highest Ever As Guardians Log On For Final UpdateDestiny 2 has seen a significant surge in player count on Steam, exceeding 160,000 concurrent players with the release of its final content update, "The Monument of Triumph." This peak player count is notably higher than the highest recorded for Bungie's upcoming game, Marathon. Despite some technical issues like server queues and error codes, the strong player engagement indicates continued interest in the game and has fueled discussions about a potential Destiny 3.
Bonus PS Plus Extra Game Available to Download NowThe Destiny 2 Legacy Collection, featuring the base game and numerous expansions from 2025, is now available on PlayStation Plus Extra. This collection includes content up to The Final Shape, with only a few minor pieces of content excluded. This bonus addition is separate from the usual monthly PlayStation Plus announcements.- Bonus PS Plus Extra Game Available TodayBungie is making the Destiny 2: Legacy Collection, which includes the base game and numerous expansions, available on PlayStation Plus Extra starting today. This collection features content up to The Final Shape, with only a few minor pieces of content excluded. This is a bonus addition outside of the regular monthly PlayStation Plus announcements.
Destiny 2 Relaunch Was Discussed at Bungie Before End of Support – RumorBungie reportedly discussed internal options for Destiny 2's future, including a potential relaunch called 'Destiny Infinity,' before deciding to end support after The Final Shape expansion. These discussions intensified following the poor commercial performance of the Renegades expansion. The studio is now focusing on the success of Marathon, with Destiny 2's final content update scheduled for June 9th.- PS Plus Extra and Premium Get Destiny 2 on the Same Day Its Final Content Update Is ReleasedSony announced that Destiny 2, including its final content update The Final Shape, will be added to PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers on the same day it is released. This move brings the popular looter shooter and its latest expansion to subscribers.
Reaction: I'm Sad It's Over, But Destiny's End Was OverdueThe author expresses mixed feelings of sadness and relief regarding the end of Destiny 2's content updates, particularly after The Final Shape expansion. While acknowledging the series' significant impact and personal memories, they feel the game's conclusion was overdue and perhaps not handled with a clear vision by Bungie, comparing its drawn-out end to the post-Endgame MCU.
Destiny 2 ends active developmentBungie has announced that active development for Destiny 2 will conclude after the upcoming The Final Shape expansion, with the game remaining playable. The studio will shift focus to incubating new projects, with the final live-service content update scheduled for June 9, 2026. Destiny 2 is available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.- Destiny 2 Is Getting Last Content Update Soon As Bungie Moves Onto Its Next Big GameBungie announced that the final live-service content update for Destiny 2 will be released on June 9, 2026, marking the end of its nearly nine-year support cycle. The studio is shifting its focus to incubating new games, including its extraction shooter Marathon, while ensuring Destiny 2 remains playable. This transition follows Bungie's acquisition by Sony in 2022.
Destiny 2 Is Getting Last Content Update Soon As Bungie Moves Onto Its Next Big GameBungie announced that the final live-service content update for Destiny 2 will be released on June 9, 2026, marking the end of nearly nine years of support. The studio is shifting its focus to its next games, including the extraction shooter Marathon, while ensuring Destiny 2 remains playable. Bungie was acquired by Sony in 2022.
Looks like The Witcher 4 work isn't holding back multiplayer spinoff Project Sirius — it just picked up the narrative lead of one of Destiny 2's best expansionsKwan Perng, formerly the narrative lead for Destiny 2: The Final Shape, has been appointed as the lead writer for CD Projekt Red's multiplayer Witcher spin-off, Project Sirius. Perng announced his new role on LinkedIn, expressing his immersion in The Witcher universe. This hiring suggests that development on Project Sirius is progressing, even as CD Projekt Red prioritizes The Witcher 4.
Narrative lead of Destiny 2's best expansion joins The Witcher multiplayer game Project Sirius at CD Projekt RedKwan Perng, a narrative lead on Destiny 2's The Final Shape expansion, has joined CD Projekt Red as the lead writer for the upcoming multiplayer game, Project Sirius. Perng previously worked on Destiny 2 expansions and Guild Wars 2: End of Dragons. Project Sirius is one of several Witcher-related projects in development at CD Projekt Red.
CD Projekt Red has enlisted Destiny 2: The Final Shape's narrative lead for The Witcher multiplayer spin-off Project SiriusCD Projekt Red has hired Kwan Perng, narrative lead for Destiny 2: The Final Shape, as the lead writer for their multiplayer Witcher spin-off, Project Sirius. Perng previously worked on Guild Wars 2 and Last Epoch. The project was rebooted in 2023 and is now being developed by CD Projekt Red after absorbing The Molasses Flood.
CD Projekt RED’s Project Sirius Recruits Destiny 2: The Final Shape Narrative LeadKwan Perng, known for his narrative work on Destiny 2: The Final Shape, has joined CD Projekt RED's Boston team as lead writer for Project Sirius, a multiplayer spin-off of The Witcher. Perng's hiring suggests potential progress for the project, which has faced development challenges and a significant reboot. While details remain scarce, his involvement indicates a renewed focus on storytelling within The Witcher universe for Project Sirius.
Get all of the Destiny 2 expansions at 92% off with this Humble Bundle dealA Humble Bundle deal offers the Destiny 2 Expansions Bundle, including multiple DLCs like The Witch Queen, Lightfall, and The Final Shape, at a 92% discount. The bundle also includes a coupon for Bungie's upcoming game, Marathon. This collection provides a comprehensive way to experience the available story content of the sci-fi FPS.
Destiny 2’s Player Count Crashes 91% Since Edge of Fate LaunchDestiny 2 has experienced a significant decline in its player count, with a 91% drop since the launch of the Edge of Fate expansion and a 97% decrease since The Final Shape. This analysis explores potential reasons for the exodus, including content droughts, the delay of the Shadow and Order update, and Bungie's focus on developing Marathon alongside maintaining Destiny 2. The article questions the sustainability of the current live-service model for Destiny 2 and suggests a fundamental rethink may be necessary.- Destiny 2 Guardian Games release countdown: Exact date and timeBungie has confirmed that the Guardian Games event for Destiny 2 will begin on March 24. While specific details are scarce, the event is expected to feature class-based competitions and potentially new weapons. This marks the first Guardian Games since the introduction of The Portal in The Edge of Fate.
Destiny 2's next big update has been delayed so it can undergo "large revisions" so large and revisiony it'll need a new nameBungie has delayed the next major Destiny 2 update, previously known as Shadow and Order, due to significant revisions and expansions. The update, now scheduled for June 9, 2026, will include substantial quality-of-life improvements and a new name. These changes aim to address player engagement issues following the conclusion of the previous narrative saga.
Destiny 2: Shooter Looter Chaos and CompanionshipThis article reflects on the author's experiences with Destiny 2, highlighting its strengths in atmosphere, social interaction, and ambitious scope, while also critiquing its narrative gaps and loot system inconsistencies. It acknowledges Bungie's commitment to evolving the live-service game through various expansions and content updates.