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Bungie U-turns on end of Destiny franchise, following fan outcry
Bungie has reversed its decision to end content updates for Destiny 2, following significant fan outcry. The studio announced it will restore previously vaulted content, including campaigns and raids, addressing a long-standing point of contention. While new expansions or a potential Destiny 3 are not confirmed, this move signals a brighter future for the franchise.
Destiny Isn’t Dead: Bungie Says New Games Are Coming And Vaulted Destiny 2 Content Will Return
Bungie has addressed fan concerns regarding Destiny 2 support and the development of Marathon, promising more stories for the Destiny franchise and plans to reintroduce vaulted content. This announcement follows significant fan backlash, but the studio aims to restore hope for the future of its games.
Bungie is 'not done with Destiny'
Bungie leadership has stated that the studio is not finished with Destiny, with plans to unvault previous campaigns, destinations, and raids. Studio Head Poria Torkan and General Manager Josh Deane also discussed the future of Marathon and the studio's commitment to new stories and games.
Bungie Restoring Destiny 2 Vaulted Content And Teases New Content
Bungie has announced plans to restore vaulted content from the first four years of Destiny 2, stating it should not have been removed. The company is also teasing new content for the popular online shooter.
New Bungie leaders insist they are fixing the studio despite Destiny 2 layoffs, tell players to "keep us…
Bungie leadership has acknowledged recent layoffs and failures with Marathon, promising to fix the studio's operations and focus on player satisfaction for Destiny 2 and Marathon. Studio heads Poria Torkan and Josh Deane are asking players to hold them accountable for delivering on their renewed commitments.
Bungie un-cancels Destiny: Vaulted content is coming back as new leadership promises 'Destiny is foundational to…
Bungie has announced that previously vaulted content, including raids and story campaigns, will be returning to Destiny 2. This decision comes after significant player feedback and a period of layoffs at the studio. The company also confirmed that its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon, will feature a permanent PvE mode.
Bungie is freeing vaulted Destiny 2 campaigns after Marathon "did not reach as many players as we had hoped"
Bungie is un-vaulting previously removed campaigns and raids for Destiny 2, acknowledging a loss of player trust and colleagues in recent years. The studio's new leadership aims to rebuild this trust by focusing on Destiny 2's future, despite the underperformance of their new title, Marathon. Bungie also plans to evolve Marathon beyond its current genre constraints.
Bungie admits Marathon "did not reach as many players as we had hoped," shares plans to evolve the game for "a sustainable future" while committing to Destiny
Bungie has acknowledged that its new game Marathon did not reach its player count goals and plans to evolve the title into a survival experience for a more sustainable future. The developer also reaffirmed its commitment to Destiny 2 following recent layoffs.
Destiny Isn’t Dead After All, Bungie Admits It Lost Sight Of What Players Loved
Bungie has admitted to losing player trust by straying from what made its games beloved, particularly with Destiny 2. The studio plans to restore previously removed content like the Red War campaign and raids, and evolve Marathon beyond its extraction-shooter format. Bungie acknowledges past mistakes and commits to earning back player trust through its games.
Bungie says "we are not done with Destiny" and promises to restore all that content it deleted:…
Bungie has announced plans to restore previously removed content, including campaigns and destinations, back into Destiny 2. Studio leadership acknowledged the decision to vault content was a mistake and committed to bringing it back to meet current game standards, aiming to recapture the game's original promise and build a stronger future for the franchise.
Bungie Says More Destiny Is Coming, Months After Ending Support for Destiny 2
Bungie has stated that it is not finished with the Destiny franchise, despite recently ending ongoing support for Destiny 2. This announcement comes only months after the controversial decision to cease further development on the game.
“We Are Not Done With Destiny,” Says Bungie, Starting With Restoring Destiny 2’s Removed Content
Bungie has announced its commitment to restoring removed content from Destiny 2, including old campaigns and planets previously placed in the Destiny Content Vault. The developer acknowledges the impact of these removals on player trust and aims to make amends by updating and reintroducing these experiences. This initiative is seen as foundational to Bungie's future, with plans for more stories and worlds within the Destiny universe, while also providing updates on the development of their new game, Marathon.
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation is apparently a super heavyweight 200GB installation: 'We need to overcome the hardware…
Final Fantasy 7 Revelation director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed in a VGC interview that the upcoming JRPG is expected to have a 200GB installation size. Hamaguchi stated that the team needs to overcome hardware limitations to deliver the game's content, acknowledging the significant storage requirement which is larger than previous entries in the Final Fantasy 7 Remake trilogy.
No, Bungie’s Marathon is not becoming a stealth sequel to Destiny 2
Bungie has officially debunked rumors suggesting that its upcoming game Marathon is secretly a sequel to Destiny 2. A developer confirmed that while both games share Bungie's DNA, they are independent IPs and not being merged.
Following wide-ranging leaks, Bungie says Marathon is not 'merging' with Destiny
Bungie has denied a widespread leak suggesting that its upcoming game Marathon will merge with Destiny. Marathon creative director Julia Nardin clarified that the two IPs are independent, despite sharing Bungie's DNA. The leak also claimed Marathon would be free-to-play and borrow mechanics from Destiny 2.
Marathon creative director shoots down rumored merge with Destiny 2: 'Please don't believe everything you read…
Marathon creative director Julia Nardin has debunked rumors of a potential merge between Bungie's Marathon and Destiny 2 IPs. Nardin, who has worked on both titles, stated on X that the 'leak' is fake and that while the games share Bungie's DNA, they are independent entities. This statement comes in response to a 4chan post that also made claims about Marathon potentially shifting to a free-to-play model.
Bungie shuts down leak claiming Destiny will be revived through a merger with Marathon
Bungie has officially denied a rumor claiming that Destiny would be merged with Marathon to revive the series. Bungie veteran Julia Nardin stated that the leak is fake and that while the games share Bungie's DNA, they are independent IPs. The rumor suggested internal testing to combine the IPs and foreshadow future Destiny projects.
Bungie's mantra was "I love playing Destiny. I hate that it’s not better" in the MMO's early…
Former Bungie VP Mark Noseworthy reflected on Destiny's The Taken King expansion, calling it his personal favorite and a high point for the game. He described the development mantra as "I love playing Destiny. I hate that it’s not better," highlighting the game's constant struggle to reach its full potential despite its strong core appeal.
Marathon September Update Delayed to December 2026 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Bungie has delayed the "Symbiosis" update for its extraction shooter Marathon to December 2026, with a smaller "October Refresh" planned for October 6. The author expresses disappointment, viewing the changes as a reactive attempt to salvage the live service game rather than a focused vision. The article criticizes the addition of features like a social space and PvE content, suggesting Bungie is struggling to find a unique identity for Marathon.
Bungie ends Marathon's seasonal schedule, delays a September update to December, and makes it more like Destiny 2
Bungie is overhauling Marathon's live service model, ending its strict seasonal schedule in favor of larger, more impactful content drops, similar to Destiny 2's strategy. A significant update, Symbiosis, is planned for December 8, introducing new modes and features, with further evolution expected through March and beyond. This shift aims to address player feedback regarding depth, variety, and long-term engagement.
