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FZ.seNegative

Nästa Destiny 2-uppdatering blir spelets sista

Bungie announced that Destiny 2 will receive its final content update on June 9th, marking the end of its development cycle as the studio shifts focus to new projects. Reports also indicate significant layoffs at Bungie, with some Destiny 2 team members being reassigned to the Marathon project due to a lack of greenlit Destiny projects from owner Sony.

Games IndustryVery negative

Report: Bungie planning "significant" layoffs as Destiny 2 development ends

Sony-owned developer Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs as it ends development on the live-service shooter Destiny 2. The studio has no immediate plans for Destiny 3, and other internal pitches have not been greenlit. This follows underperformance of recent titles and a shift in Sony's strategy away from live-service games.

FZ.seNegative

Nästa Destiny 2-uppdatering blir spelet sista

Bungie announced that the final content update for Destiny 2 will be released on June 9th, marking the end of new content for the game as the studio shifts focus to new projects. Reports also indicate significant layoffs at Bungie, with some Destiny 2 team members being moved to the Marathon project due to a lack of greenlit Destiny projects from owner Sony.

Shack NewsVery negative

Destiny 2 developer Bungie facing more layoffs

Bungie is reportedly facing further layoffs following the announcement that development on Destiny 2 will conclude. The company plans to downsize its workforce while also focusing on incubating new projects.

The Sixth AxisVery negative

Report: Major layoffs to hit Bungie and Destiny 3 is not in development

Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs following the end of active development on Destiny 2 and the cancellation of Destiny 3. Sony, which acquired Bungie for $3.6 billion, has written down the studio's value by $765 million. While the new game Marathon has a following, it has not met sales expectations, leading to a shift in focus for some staff.

Checkpoint GamingVery negative

Bungie reportedly planning layoffs as Destiny 2 announces end of development

Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs following the announcement that active development for its live-service shooter Destiny 2 will conclude with the upcoming 'Moment of Triumph' update. While the game will remain playable, the studio does not have a Destiny 3 project lined up, potentially impacting many developers not assigned to the new Marathon title. This news follows Sony's acquisition of Bungie in 2022 and recent industry-wide job losses.

To Much GamingVery negative

Bungie Ends Destiny 2 Development, Final Update Arrives June 9 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides

Bungie has announced that June 9 will see the release of the final update for its live service game, Destiny 2, with no further new content in active development. This decision comes after the conclusion of the game's main narrative with The Final Shape expansion and a significant delay in its next major update. Bungie is reportedly planning layoffs and has no Destiny 3 in development, shifting focus to its new project, Marathon, following its acquisition by Sony.

Shack NewsNeutral

Destiny 2 will get final content update on June 9, 2026

Bungie has announced that the final content update for Destiny 2 is scheduled for June 9, 2026. Following this, the developer will shift its focus to developing new games.

Push SquareNegative

Bungie Is Not Making Destiny 3, Dev to Be Rocked by 'Significant' Layoffs

Bungie will not be developing Destiny 3 and plans significant layoffs as it shifts focus to its Marathon project. While some Destiny-related projects may still be pitched, the core Destiny 2 development team will be reassigned. This comes after Sony's acquisition of Bungie to bolster its live service offerings, an initiative that has seen limited success.

PC GamerNegative

Bungie isn't immediately making Destiny 3, is planning layoffs, reports Bloomberg

Bungie is reportedly not prioritizing Destiny 3 and will be implementing layoffs, according to Bloomberg. The studio is shifting focus to its extraction shooter Marathon and other incubation projects, moving away from live service content updates for Destiny 2. This follows previous layoffs in 2024 after a Destiny spin-off was cancelled.

Blues NewsNeutral

Destiny 2 Final Update Next Month

Bungie announced that the upcoming June 9th patch will be the final live-service update for the free-to-play first-person shooter Destiny 2. The developer shared this update on their official website, Bungie.net.

Wolfs Gaming BlogNegative

Destiny 3 Is Not In Development, Bungie is planning layoffs

Bungie has announced that it will cease new content development for Destiny 2 and has no immediate plans for Destiny 3. The company is also planning layoffs due to financial concerns, exacerbated by the underperformance of its current focus, Marathon. Sony recently recorded a $565 million impairment charge related to Bungie.

Tech RaptorNeutral

Next Destiny 2 Update Will Be The Last

Bungie announced that the upcoming update for Destiny 2 will be the final content update for the game as the studio shifts focus to Marathon and other projects. The update, titled Destiny 2: Monument of Triumph, will launch on June 9th and includes various content additions, revisions to existing gear, and new gameplay modes. While updates are ceasing, Destiny 2 itself will remain playable and available for purchase.

IGNNegative

Destiny 2 Fans React to Bungie Ending Support for the Game

Bungie has announced that support for Destiny 2 will be ending, with the next update being the game's final one. This news has led to significant disappointment among the game's player base.

PC GamerNegative

Destiny 2 hasn't been the game I'd loved in years, but it still sucks to know it's ending

Bungie has announced that the live service development for Destiny 2 will conclude on June 9, 2026, after nearly nine years of expansions, episodes, and seasons. Despite the game's decline in recent years and player numbers dwindling, the news marks a sad finality for a game that was once deeply loved by many. The article reflects on Destiny 2's strengths in gunplay and sandbox design, while acknowledging the studio's mismanagement and the shift towards more challenging gameplay that alienated some players.

Retro GamerVery negative

Former Destiny 2 writer says "it turns out the real Destiny killer" was CEO Pete Parsons as players pray for…

Former Bungie writer Robert Brookes and community members are criticizing former CEO Pete Parsons following Bungie's announcement that Destiny 2 is ending active development. Brookes, who was laid off in July 2024, highlighted Parsons' departure and large payouts amidst studio cuts. The article also touches on Sony's financial impairment loss related to Bungie and player reactions to the news.

PC GamerNegative

Destiny 2 is dead, long live Destiny 3? 'Until I see the words Destiny 3 will never happen, I'm going to…

Bungie has announced that its final live service update for Destiny 2 will arrive in June, after which the studio will shift focus to other projects, including the recently launched Marathon. This news has led to speculation among fans and content creators about the potential for a Destiny 3, with some expressing optimism about the series' future despite recent layoffs and a perceived downturn in the studio's fortunes.

Wolfs Gaming BlogNegative

Bungie Is Officially Ending Development For Destiny 2, Final Update Launching Soon

Bungie will cease new content development for Destiny 2 on June 9, 2026, after which the game will remain playable but receive no further updates. The studio will shift its focus to incubating new projects, with the original Destiny also remaining playable. This decision follows Sony's recognition of a second impairment charge against Bungie.

Gamedeveloper.comNegative

Destiny 2's active development will end in June

Bungie has announced the end of live development for Destiny 2, with the final update, Destiny 2: Monument of Triumph, scheduled for June 9, 2026. Following the release of The Final Shape expansion, the studio will shift focus to other projects, including the recently launched Marathon. This decision comes after Sony noted that Destiny 2's performance did not meet expectations.

EngadgetNeutral

Bungie will end active development of Destiny 2 on June 9

Bungie has announced that active development for Destiny 2 will conclude on June 9. This marks a shift in the game's lifecycle, indicating a move away from new content creation.