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Destiny 2 and Bungie as a whole were "very close" to closing before Sony buyout, according to ex-community lead: "It was an emergency acquisition"
Former Bungie community lead Liana Ruppert stated that the company was on the verge of shutting down before Sony's $3.6 billion acquisition in 2022. Ruppert described the buyout as an 'emergency acquisition' that saved both Destiny 2 and Bungie itself. Despite initial independence, Sony recently reported a $765 million impairment loss on the studio.
How to complete the Oblation: Immolation Exotic mission in Destiny 2
This guide details how to complete the Oblation: Immolation, the final Exotic mission in Destiny 2's Monument of Triumph update. It covers platforming sections, enemy encounters, the Soulfed Bellow Stoker boss fight, and the final confrontation with Ir Gohl, Forger of Sorrow, to obtain the Soulfire Skewer Exotic Catalyst.
Evening Reading - June 11, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various game news, including speculation about Destiny 3, reviews for titles like The 7th Guest Remake and Alien: Isolation 2, and a discussion on whether Grand Theft Auto 6 or The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake would be played first. It also highlights Famitsu's 40th anniversary and lists all games that have received its perfect 40/40 review score. The article also touches on non-gaming news such as SpaceX, Elon Musk, and the NBA Finals.
Kindled Orchid god rolls and how to get them in Destiny 2
This guide details the best "god rolls" for the Kindled Orchid weapon in Destiny 2 and explains how players can obtain them. The article confirms the existence of a highly sought-after roll for the weapon.
Time to get a little sadder about Destiny 2: TWIDs are coming to an end
Bungie is ending its weekly 'This Week in Destiny' (TWID) blog posts following the launch of the final live service update for Destiny 2, Monument of Triumph. While communications will continue through other channels, the regular blog updates are entering hibernation. The Monument of Triumph update itself launched smoothly and is considered one of Destiny 2's best.
Eyasluna god rolls and how to get them in Destiny 2
This guide details the "god rolls" for the Eyasluna hand cannon in Destiny 2, which refers to the optimal combination of weapon perks. It explains how players can acquire these specific rolls to maximize the weapon's effectiveness in gameplay.
"I am utterly livid": Destiny 2 lore master says secret scene reveals "the potential that was ahead"…
Destiny 2 lore master My Name is Byf expressed frustration over a hidden scene in the Monument of Triumph update, which he believes reveals the compelling narrative potential that was cut from the game. The scene, featuring an interaction with the Winnower, suggests a grand cosmic saga that was planned but will now not be realized due to the end of Destiny 2's development. Byf and other players are calling for Bungie to greenlight Destiny 3 to explore these lost narrative threads.
Where to find and defeat Tethys the Defended in Destiny 2 - Are You Sure About This Triumph
This guide details how to find and defeat Tethys the Defended in Destiny 2 for the 'Are You Sure About This Triumph'. Players must use the Telesto weapon to break Tethys's shields, which recharge quickly. The guide recommends bringing a friend and heading to the Rheasilvia area in the Last City, specifically a cave located under a large bridge.
Destiny 2’s new hidden cutscene teases massive plans that may never come
A newly discovered hidden cutscene in Destiny 2 hints at ambitious future plans for the game that may ultimately not be realized. The content suggests a potential disconnect between developer intentions and eventual game implementation.
Warframe promises a new in-game title in honor of Destiny 2 fans is coming next week
Warframe is introducing a new in-game title, "Make Your Own Fate," as a tribute to Destiny 2 fans. This title will be earnable through a special alert mission on the planet Telesto, referencing a line from Destiny 2 and a fusion rifle of the same name. This gesture from Digital Extremes is being celebrated by both communities.
Everyone, including Amazon, is being extremely weird about the Lord of the Rings MMO
Amazon continues to be ambiguous about the status of its Lord of the Rings MMO, leading to widespread confusion and reports of its cancellation. Despite multiple outlets and internal assumptions suggesting the project is dead, Amazon executives have repeatedly avoided confirming a cancellation, instead stating that the company is evaluating concepts and prototypes for new game experiences within the IP.
How to unlock and complete the Destiny 2 Oblation Exotic Mission for Cull's Shadow
This guide details how to unlock and complete the Oblation Exotic Mission in Destiny 2 to obtain the Cull's Shadow weapon. Players must first equip one of the four Weapons of Sorrow and investigate Hive objects on the Moon, including completing the Scarlet Keep Strike and following trails across various locations. The Oblation mission itself involves overriding control panels, destroying cooling fuses, navigating tunnels, and defeating bosses like Tau'rig, the Corrupted.
Destiny 2's dormancy will leave a power vacuum
With Destiny 2 entering its end-of-service lifecycle and no new content planned, a power vacuum is created in the looter shooter genre. While previous games failed to dethrone Destiny, its dormancy presents an opportunity for a new title to capture player attention, though the high development costs and the challenge of appealing to its dedicated player base remain significant hurdles.
Destiny 2's final update causes the biggest jump in players in nearly two years, as Marathon numbers coincidentally drop to near their lowest
Destiny 2's final update, Monument of Triumph, has caused a significant surge in player numbers, reaching nearly 168,000 concurrent players on Steam, the highest in almost two years. This coincides with a drop in players for Bungie's new game, Marathon, which has seen its concurrent player count fall to near its lowest point. The Monument of Triumph update is described as gigantic, bringing back vaulted content and reversing recent unpopular decisions.
Destiny 2 strange signal distortions quest
This guide explains how to complete the Strange Signal part of the Distortions quest in Destiny 2. Players need to collect Strange Matter from distortion-affected destinations, which combines into a Strange Signal. This signal leads to a boss encounter that rewards players with loot. The article also mentions the Monument of Triumph update and other in-game challenges.
Me and You, Big Blue Triumph guide - Destiny 2
This guide explains how to complete the 'Me and You, Big Blue' Triumph in Destiny 2, which requires completing specific 'Completion Triumphs' within various categories like Worlds, Stories, Combat, Teamwork, and Competitions. Once seven of these sub-Triumphs are finished, players can interact with Zavala's autorifle in the Tower to progress the narrative.
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.
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.
Can You Pet The Dog? Triumph guide - Destiny 2
This guide explains how to complete the 'Can You Pet The Dog?' Triumph in Destiny 2's Monument of Triumph update. Players need to locate the robo-hound Archie in the Tower's Bazaar and interact with him to receive a prompt to activate the 'good boy protocol,' which pets Archie and completes the Triumph.
How to complete the Oblation: Soulfed Exotic mission in Destiny 2
This guide details how to complete the Oblation: Soulfed Exotic mission in Destiny 2, which was added in the Monument of Triumph update. Players must first complete the Oblation: Bloodline mission before tackling Soulfed, which involves throwing soulfire-infused worms at crystals, clearing soulfire hazards, and solving environmental puzzles to progress through various arenas and defeat multiple Hive bosses. Completing the mission rewards players with the Sorrow's Coronet Ghost Shell and the Soulfire Rancor Catalyst, and also unlocks access to the final mission, Oblation: Immolation.
