Destiny 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Destiny 2 across the outlets.
Can Season 2 Turn Bungie's Marathon Around?Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon has struggled with sales and player retention since its launch, despite positive reception from its core fanbase. With Season 2 on the horizon, featuring new content and improvements, the developer is looking to re-energize the game. Bungie must focus on community engagement and continuous delivery to build upon the game's strong foundation and ensure its long-term success.
Deus Ex and Marathon actor wants to quit Twitter because he's tired of hearing Destiny 2 diehards hate on Bungie's new FPS: "How do you hope something fails?"Actor Elias Toufexis, known for Deus Ex and his voice work in Bungie's Marathon, expressed frustration with online vitriol directed at the studio. He is considering leaving X (formerly Twitter) due to Destiny 2 fans blaming Marathon for the perceived decline of Destiny 2, arguing that such negativity is unproductive and harmful to game development.
Warframe leads join fans mourning Destiny 2: "There is no Warframe without the legacy of Bungie games"Warframe's creative director Rebb Ford and design director Pablo Alonso have expressed sadness over the end of development for Destiny 2, acknowledging the legacy of Bungie's games. Despite Warframe predating Destiny, the two live-service looter-shooters have long been compared and shared players. Bungie has stated Destiny 2 will remain playable but will not receive further updates, leaving its future uncertain.
Destiny 2 players are processing their grief by posting their most embarrassing self-owns, and I've never felt more…Destiny 2 players are processing the end of ongoing development by sharing humorous clips of their most embarrassing in-game failures. This trend offers a relatable and heartwarming way to commemorate the game, highlighting the full spectrum of player experiences beyond just impressive feats. The community's shared moments of fumbling and failure have become a unique form of collective grief and remembrance for the beloved loot shooter.- June's PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup includes Xbox's GroundedThe June lineup for PlayStation Plus includes the game Grounded, which was previously an Xbox console exclusive. Additionally, a Destiny 2 collection will be available for Extra and Premium subscribers starting June 9.
- What Will I Miss Most About Destiny 2? The Real-Life DripAs Destiny 2 approaches its final major content update, one player expresses sadness not over the lack of new raids or destinations, but over the discontinuation of exclusive, limited-edition merchandise tied to in-game achievements. These Bungie Rewards items, particularly jackets unlocked by completing difficult raids and dungeons, served as tangible symbols of accomplishment and fostered a sense of community among players.
- 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.
- Marathon and Destiny fans engage in a brief digital war of Steam user reviewbombingFans of Destiny 2 have reportedly review-bombed the Steam page for Bungie's upcoming game Marathon, expressing frustration over perceived resource diversion. The negative reviews, which called Marathon trash and inferior to Destiny 2, were met with a surge of positive reviews from Marathon defenders. The situation appears to have subsided after three days, with Steam reviews returning to a more balanced state.
- Marathon Voice Actor Hits Back at Online Trolls and Says 'People Just Want to Hate'Voice actor Elias Toufexis has addressed the online criticism surrounding the game Marathon, suggesting that people are simply looking for reasons to be negative. He noted that Bungie's focus on Marathon has led to some backlash from Destiny 2 players.
"We want Destiny 3": Fans respond to Sony sunsetting Destiny 2 with a sequel petition that quickly gets 220k signatures in 4 days, and the MMO's actors are on boardA fan petition for Destiny 3 has garnered over 220,000 signatures in four days following Bungie's announcement of sunsetting Destiny 2. Voice actors from Destiny 2, including Brandon O'Neill (Crow) and Brian Villalobos (Lodi), have publicly supported the campaign for a sequel. Despite the fan and actor enthusiasm, reports suggest Bungie is planning layoffs and has no current plans for a Destiny 3.
As an online petition for Destiny 3 gains traction, reports suggest Bungie staff didn't know about the end of Destiny 2 until the public announcementBungie has announced that Destiny 2 will cease receiving new content updates in early June, with its final expansion being Shattered Cycle. Reports indicate that most Bungie staff were unaware of this decision until the public announcement, despite an online petition for Destiny 3 gaining significant traction. Sony is reportedly wary of committing to expensive MMO projects as the company pivots away from live-service games.- Destiny 2 Changes Reportedly Kept from Most Bungie Staff Ahead of Public AnnouncementThe majority of Bungie employees were reportedly unaware of the decision to discontinue support for Destiny 2 until the announcement was made public. This lack of internal communication has raised questions about the development process.
'Absurd': Social Media Misquotes Journalist, Erroneously Claims Sony Is Angry at Naughty DogSocial media platforms are spreading misinformation, falsely claiming Sony is angry with developer Naughty Dog. This stems from a misinterpretation of comments made by journalist Jason Schreier regarding game development costs and the decision not to greenlight Destiny 3. Schreier clarified that his remarks were taken out of context and that Sony's concerns about development budgets are standard industry practice.
Another Report States Bungie Has Nothing Else In Development, But Marathon Will Be Allowed To “Find Its Legs”A report indicates Bungie is shifting its development focus from Destiny 2 to Marathon, with layoffs planned but not immediate. Destiny 3 is not in development due to Sony's concerns over funding, and no other projects have been greenlit. The success of Marathon is now critical for Bungie's future.
Most of Bungie's staff were reportedly unaware of the decision to end active development on Destiny 2 until it went publicBungie has reportedly ended active development on Destiny 2, with its final update scheduled for June. Many developers at Bungie were allegedly unaware of this decision until it was publicly announced, leading to internal frustration. The studio is shifting resources towards its new title, Marathon, which is expected to receive increased support from Sony.- All new abilities and Aspects in Destiny 2: Shadow and OrderDestiny 2: Shadow and Order introduces new abilities and Aspects, offering a fresh way to experience the game's classes. This update aims to provide players with expanded gameplay options and customization.
Games Inbox: Is Destiny 2 a dead game now?Readers discuss the current state of Destiny 2, with one questioning if it's a 'dead game' due to Bungie's handling of content and vaulting. Other topics include the timing of summer gaming showcases, Nintendo's pricing strategy, Sega's revival of old franchises, and the decline of traditional game announcements.- MMO Week in Review: Your light fades awayThis week's MMO news highlights the impending end of updates for Destiny 2 after its final release in June, leading to player mourning and industry layoffs. Several other games, including Closers Online and one version of Tree of Savior, are also shutting down. New developments include Daybreak Game Company adding a Canadian studio, Guild Wars Reforged soft-launching its mobile client, Throne and Liberty previewing an expansion, and Neverwinter releasing a new module.
Deus Ex, Marathon actor Elias Toufexis doesn't get why people root for games to fail: 'Life is so short,…Actor Elias Toufexis, known for his roles in Deus Ex and Marathon, expressed frustration with online negativity and people actively wishing for games to fail. He shared an anecdote about encountering a comment hoping for Bungie's failure due to perceived ideology, questioning the source of such sentiments. Toufexis advocates for constructive criticism over unproductive outrage, emphasizing that life is too short to spend hours spreading negativity online.
Fans Are Petitioning Sony To Greenlight Destiny 3Fans have started a petition urging Sony to fund the development of Destiny 3, following Bungie's announcement that active development on Destiny 2 is ending. Bungie cited high costs as the reason for not pursuing Destiny 3, and reports suggest the studio may face layoffs. The petition highlights the franchise's popularity and community impact, with over 137,000 signatures.