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Destiny 2 brings a creative, comprehensive fix to the Champion problem in its final update
Destiny 2 has received a final update that addresses the game's Champion system. This update is described as a creative and comprehensive solution to the long-standing problem.
Morning Postmortems/Retrospectives
An interview with Microsoft veteran Stuart Moulder discusses the Close Combat series. Separately, a report suggests Bungie considered relaunching Destiny 2 as 'Destiny Infinity'.
Bungie Reportedly Considered Relaunching Destiny as 'Destiny Infinity' Before Deciding to Pull the Plug on Destiny 2
Bungie reportedly considered relaunching its sci-fi shooter as 'Destiny Infinity' before deciding to cancel the project and focus on Destiny 2. Issues with the game's performance began around the time of the 'Edge of Fate' expansion, leading to the decision to pull the plug earlier this year.
Marathon Free Play Week: Play for Free June 2–9 During Season 2 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Bungie is offering a free play week for its extraction shooter Marathon from June 2 to June 9 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, coinciding with the launch of Season 2. This event includes a seasonal wipe, new content like a night version of the Dire Marsh map, new weapons, and a Sentinel Shell. The free period aims to revitalize the player base and allow newcomers to experience the game before deciding to purchase it.
15 Major Game Reveals We Could See At The Next State of Play
This article speculates on 15 potential game announcements and reveals that could be featured during Sony's upcoming State of Play presentation. It discusses anticipated reveals for titles like Control Resonant, Marvel's Wolverine, and a potential new Uncharted game, alongside release date announcements and updates for various PlayStation titles.
Destiny 2 Relaunch Was Discussed at Bungie Before End of Support – Rumor
Bungie 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.
Where to find the Minamino region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6
This guide details the location of the Minamino region Treasure Hunt in Forza Horizon 6's Series 1: Welcome to Japan update. Players can find the treasure chest near a white flag on the western side of the golf course in the Minamino region, earning 100,000 credits and three Festival Playlist points upon completion.
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Destiny 2's final update aims to re-engage players with its public zones, marking a return to form for the live service game. This update is expected to provide players with new reasons to explore the game's existing environments.
In a bittersweet return to form, Destiny 2's final update is giving players reasons to roam its public zones once…
Bungie has detailed the upcoming final update for Destiny 2, titled Monument of Triumph, which will re-emphasize the game's patrol zones and introduce new loot. The update aims to give players reasons to revisit public spaces by incorporating them into the current gear system and adding new challenges like 'Distortions' that empower enemies and offer exclusive rewards. This update marks a shift back to the game's roots before Bungie transitions away from live service development for Destiny 2.
Marathon talks Season 2, Destiny 2 heralds The Director revival, players plot to crash the servers
Marathon's upcoming Season 2 will introduce a nighttime version of the Dire Marsh map with new enemies and survival horror elements, alongside a new defensive shell called Sentinel. Meanwhile, Destiny 2 players are planning to flood the servers in protest of the game's final update and to agitate for a Destiny 3, while Bungie prepares to reintroduce the Director feature in the Monument of Triumph update.
New Details Emerge About Bungie’s Decision To End Destiny 2, Including Plans To Relaunch As Destiny Infinity
Bungie has ended support for Destiny 2, with no plans for a Destiny 3 due to high development costs and the underperformance of recent expansions. The company is now shifting its focus to Marathon for future success, despite concerns about its appeal to console players. Discussions about renaming Destiny 2 to 'Destiny Infinity' were also reportedly considered but ultimately abandoned.
Destiny 2's final update sounds so good that it just makes the game's death hurt even more
Bungie has detailed Destiny 2's final update, Monument of Triumph, launching June 9, which includes a reinstated Director hub, updated destinations with new loot, and a new event called Distortions. Despite the highly requested changes, the article expresses sadness that this is the end of Destiny 2's content updates after nine years.
With Destiny 2 dead, Bungie is trying to save Marathon's dwindling player count with a free-to-play trial
Bungie is offering a free Open Play Week for its first-person shooter Marathon from June 2 to June 9, coinciding with the launch of Season 2. This initiative aims to boost the game's declining player count following the end of development for Destiny 2. All progress made during the trial will carry over to the full paid version available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Marathon Is Going Free-To-Play, But Not For Long
Bungie is offering a free trial for its extraction shooter Marathon on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S from June 2 to June 9. This promotion coincides with the start of Marathon's second season, which introduces new content and a player inventory wipe. Bungie recently announced that Destiny 2 will receive one final content update in June before focusing on other projects.
Destiny 2 devs "confident the servers won't crash" for its final update, though the players planning a huge rally to say goodbye to the MMO might have other plans
Bungie is confident that Destiny 2's servers will remain stable for the game's final update on June 9, despite a history of crashes with previous content releases. Players are planning a large in-game rally to commemorate the end of active development after nine years, with some jokingly challenging the developers' confidence in server stability. The studio has confirmed that active development is ceasing, with the game moving to a static event rotation.
Bungie details Marathon Season 2 and the new Sentinel class, with a free-to-play week and special sale planned, too
Bungie has detailed upcoming content for its game Marathon, including Season 2 which introduces a new map, survival horror-like mechanics, and the Sentinel class. An 'Open Play Week' from June 2 to June 9 will allow players to experience the game on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S with progress carrying over. The update also includes new weapons, equipment, and a revamped progression system called The Cradle.
Issues and Activism
Destiny 2 players are organizing a protest to 'crash the servers' and set a new all-time player record. Separately, the developer of a game criticized for its racist themes has quietly removed it from Steam.
As its retirement looms, Destiny 2 is still the gold standard for joyous gunplay
Despite the impending end of its live service updates, Destiny 2 continues to offer exceptionally satisfying gunplay, a legacy honed by Bungie's work on Halo and Marathon. The game's shooting mechanics are praised for their tactile feel and expressive combat, even as the article laments the perceived inability of Bungie and Sony to find a way to continue the game's timeline.
Destiny 2 community manager thanks "everyone who has reached out" as Bungie ends the game after 9 years: "Your stories mean the world to all of us"
Bungie's Destiny 2 is concluding its nine-year run with its final update in June. Principal communications manager Dylan Gafner expressed gratitude to the community for sharing their stories and impact the game has had. While fans are discussing a potential Destiny 3, Bungie is now focused on Marathon and is reportedly anticipating layoffs.
Shrugging off a Steam review bomb after Destiny 2 ends, Marathon tries its best in Season 2 reveal
Bungie has revealed details for Marathon's second season, titled 'Nightfall,' following the end of Destiny 2's development. The season introduces a new defensive Runner shell called Sentinel, a survival horror-themed night version of the Dire Marsh map, and enhanced PvE challenges with escalated UESC robots. New weapons and a revamped progression system are also included to improve player retention.
