Destiny 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Destiny 2 across the outlets.
How to get the Anarchy Exotic Catalyst in Destiny 2The Anarchy Exotic Catalyst is now available in Destiny 2, years after the weapon's initial release. Players can obtain it by completing Vanguard, Crucible, or Gambit Ops activities, Exotic Orders, or by defeating Insurrection Prime in the Pantheon. While Ops playlists offer a chance at the Catalyst among other rewards, Exotic Orders provide a more guaranteed acquisition, though they require completing prior orders and difficult tasks. Defeating Insurrection Prime also has a low chance of dropping the Catalyst, with methods available to farm the encounter efficiently.
The Giver's Blessing god roll in Destiny 2 - PvE and PvPThis guide details the optimal 'god roll' perks for the Giver's Blessing auto rifle in Destiny 2 for both Player vs. Environment (PvE) and Player vs. Player (PvP) modes. It outlines specific barrel, magazine, and perk combinations designed to maximize damage, control, and effectiveness in each scenario.- ‘Cruel math’ is reportedly the reasoning for Destiny 2’s shutdown, not ‘revenge’ from SonyThe reasoning behind the reported shutdown of Destiny 2 is attributed to financial considerations rather than retaliatory actions by Sony. The article suggests that 'cruel math' dictates the decision, implying that the game is no longer financially viable.
Destiny 2 players are dealing "near infinite damage" to bosses thanks to a new bug, but Bungie is letting it…A bug in Destiny 2 is allowing players to deal near-infinite damage to bosses due to unintended stacking of seasonal Artifact perks. Bungie is aware of the issue and plans to fix it next week, but is currently allowing players to enjoy the exploit for a limited time. Artifacts have been disabled in Crucible and Gambit to prevent abuse in those modes.
How to get the Make Your Own Fate Destiny 2 Honoria in WarframeWarframe developer Digital Extremes has added a new profile title, 'Make Your Own Fate,' as a tribute to Destiny 2 in the recent Jade Shadows: Constellations update. Players can obtain this limited-time title by completing an Exterminate mission on the Telesto node on Saturn, which is a direct nod to Destiny 2's infamous Telesto weapon and lore.
How to get the Wish-Ender Exotic Catalyst in Destiny 2This guide explains how to obtain the Wish-Ender Exotic Catalyst in Destiny 2. Players must defeat the final boss of the Shattered Throne Dungeon, Dul Incarnu, for a chance to acquire the catalyst, with a specific strategy outlined for efficient farming with a fireteam.
How to get the Xenophage Exotic Catalyst in Destiny 2This guide explains how to obtain the Xenophage Exotic Catalyst in Destiny 2, which was added in the Monument of Triumph update. The catalyst is a random drop from the final boss, Zulmak, Instrument of Torment, in the Pit of Heresy Dungeon. Players can repeatedly farm the boss encounter without a weekly lockout to increase their chances of obtaining it.
Games Inbox: Do you need to buy a PS5 Pro to play GTA 6?A reader expresses concern about how Grand Theft Auto 6 will perform on a standard PlayStation 5, speculating that a PlayStation 5 Pro might be necessary. The article also touches on industry topics like Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Capcom's success, and the merits of game remakes versus new titles.
PlayStation’s Marathon Bet Looks Like It’s Already BackfiringMarathon, Bungie's extraction shooter, is struggling to maintain player numbers on Steam despite a recent season update and a free week, falling significantly from its launch peak. The game's high development cost, estimated at $200-250 million, coupled with Sony's reported $765 million in impairment losses related to Bungie's portfolio, suggests significant financial pressure. The article questions the viability of Marathon as a live-service title given its hardcore PvP focus and the market saturation, especially after Destiny 2's end of support.- Bungie reportedly firing half the studio following Destiny’s 2 demiseBungie is reportedly planning to lay off approximately half of its workforce following a period of underperformance for its game Destiny 2. The company has not yet officially commented on the situation.
- Canceled Project Blackbird May Have Been Perfect Replacement For Destiny, Insider SaysInsider reports suggest Microsoft's canceled action-RPG MMO, Project Blackbird, could have been a successful replacement for Destiny 2. Developed by the ZeniMax team, the game was reportedly canceled in mid-2025 due to financial reasons, despite positive internal feedback. Its cancellation is seen as a missed opportunity for Xbox to fill a void in the live-service market.
- Rumor MillBungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs, potentially affecting 50% of its staff this summer. This news comes as the game Destiny 2 has seen a resurgence in revenue, climbing into Steam's top 3. The article speculates on the reasons behind these contrasting trends.
Destiny 2 has a wild "infinite damage" bug, but Bungie isn't rushing to fix itBungie has acknowledged a bug in Destiny 2 that allows players to achieve near-infinite damage by stacking Artifact mods. While a fix is planned for next week, the developer is encouraging players to have fun with the glitch in PvE content, though it has been disabled in Crucible and Gambit. This comes as the game's final update has been released and reports suggest significant layoffs at Bungie.- Bungie Might Be Facing 50% Staff Reduction, Claims JournalistJournalist Sylvain Trinel reports that Bungie may be planning significant layoffs, potentially impacting over half of its workforce this summer. These potential cuts follow the conclusion of Destiny 2's development cycle and ongoing challenges with other projects.
Destiny 2 developer Bungie will be halved in size this summer claims sourceBungie is reportedly planning massive layoffs this summer, potentially affecting at least 50% of its workforce, according to journalist Sylvain Trinel. This follows previous rounds of layoffs and comes amid struggles with the game Marathon and a recent surge in popularity for Destiny 2. Sony Interactive Entertainment, which acquired Bungie in 2022, reported a significant impairment loss related to the studio earlier this year.
Above and Beyond Triumph guide - Destiny 2This guide explains how to complete the "Above and Beyond" Triumph in Destiny 2, which requires completing the "Beyond" mission on the Moon without dying after defeating the Bestowed Darkblade and claiming the Darkblade Harvester buff. Players must wait for the "Beyond" mission to be the featured Shadowkeep Weekly Campaign Mission to replay it. The guide details the location of the Bestowed Darkblade and the boss encounters within the mission.
Oxygen SR3 PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2This guide details the optimal PvE and PvP "god rolls" for the Oxygen SR3 Scout Rifle in Destiny 2. It provides specific perk recommendations for both modes, highlighting its strengths in PvE with healing and damage capabilities, while acknowledging its limitations in PvP compared to other weapons. The article also explains how to acquire the Oxygen SR3 through Vanguard activities and Zavala's focused decoding.
Bungie will let Destiny 2 infinite damage bug ride for a week: 'Do your thing'Bungie has acknowledged a significant "near infinite damage" bug in Destiny 2, introduced by the Monument of Triumph update, but has opted to leave it in place for approximately one week. While the developers plan a fix for next week, they are encouraging players to exploit the bug for fun, referring to it as "The Artifactening." The bug allows for unreasonable damage output by stacking seasonal Artifact perks, though it has been disabled in PvP modes to prevent unfair advantages.
Destiny 2 players end the game exactly as they started it: driving Bungie mad by pushing bosses off a cliffDestiny 2 players have discovered a new exploit in the Pantheon raid challenge, allowing them to defeat bosses by pushing them off ledges, a long-standing tradition in the game. This method, utilizing the Ward of Dawn Titan Super and heavy crossbows, can be used to farm loot and spoils, though it may be patched by Bungie due to its impact on the raid economy.- Massively OP Podcast Episode 569: Luke, it is your Destiny 2The Massively OP Podcast episode 569 covers Guild Wars 3 news, Blizzard's action against a World of Warcraft emulator, EVE Online's Cradle of War expansion, and the conclusion of Destiny 2's story. Hosts Bree and Justin also discuss neural interfacing with MMOs and share listener emails.