Destiny 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Destiny 2 across the outlets.
Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance modeBungie has released a final update and a free emblem for Destiny 2 as the game enters maintenance mode. While regular server downtimes will occur, major content updates and patches are no longer expected, though critical bug fixes might still be addressed. This marks the end of an era for the online loot shooter, which saw a significant player resurgence following its last major update.
Destiny 2 free game shows just how much fans hate ex-CEO and his car collectionA fan-made game called Destiny: The Final Car has been created to satirize and express frustration with former Bungie CEO Pete Parsons and his car collection. This comes amid fan discontent over Bungie's management, including layoffs and the shift away from new Destiny 2 content following Sony's acquisition of the studio.
Former Marathon and Destiny 2 lead "pleased to share" outcome of his $200 million lawsuit against Bungie and Sony is "one I am very satisfied with"Former Bungie director Christopher Barrett has reached a settlement with Bungie and Sony Interactive Entertainment regarding his $200 million lawsuit. Barrett, who led projects like Marathon and Destiny 2, alleged wrongful termination to avoid paying him $45 million. The terms of the settlement are confidential, but Barrett expressed satisfaction with the outcome and his name has been added to the Marathon credits.
Former Marathon director settles lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, following his firing over alleged inappropriate messages to female staffFormer Marathon director Christopher Barrett has settled his lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, which was filed after his termination for alleged inappropriate messages to female staff. Barrett claimed wrongful termination and defamation, while the companies revealed some of the alleged messages. The settlement was announced via posts on X and LinkedIn, with both parties expressing satisfaction and acknowledging Barrett's contributions to Bungie's games.- Evening Legal BriefsA former director for Destiny 2 and Marathon has settled a $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie, expressing satisfaction with the outcome. The article also briefly mentions a judge rejecting a Kalshi attempt to override new regulations.
Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director settles $200 million lawsuit against Sony and Bungie: 'The outcome is one I…Former Destiny 2 and Marathon director Christopher Barrett has settled his $200 million lawsuit against Sony Interactive Entertainment and Bungie. Barrett alleged he was wrongfully terminated to avoid paying him over $45 million in owed compensation and to scapegoat him for business failures. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, but Barrett expressed satisfaction with the outcome.- Stripped-Back Shooter Empulse Could Be The Titanfall Successor We’ve Been Waiting ForEmpulse, a new 6v6 competitive first-person shooter from Splitgate developer 1047 Games, has launched on Steam Early Access. Unlike its predecessor, Empulse focuses on a stripped-back arena shooter experience with no microtransactions and a focus on movement mechanics inspired by Titanfall 2. While the game shows promise with its satisfying traversal and core gunplay, some map designs and mech implementation need refinement.
Players prove Destiny 2 can still produce wonders with discovery of poopy pants transmogPlayers have discovered a humorous transmog combination in Destiny 2 that makes hunter characters appear to have 'poopy pants' when using the Scavenger Suit leg armor with the Cobwebbed shader. This discovery highlights the game's enduring capacity for player-driven entertainment, even as Bungie faces staffing changes and the game enters its twilight years.- Destiny 2 Players Get One Last Surprise from Bungie, Developer Reveals Limited Support PlansBungie has announced limited support plans for Destiny 2, providing players with one final surprise. The developer revealed the extent of ongoing support for the game.
- Safe Gaming Guide for Adults: Anti-Toxicity in 2026 | TAGThis guide offers strategies for adult gamers to combat online toxicity and improve their gaming experience. It introduces TAG's safety score for rating games based on community health and provides platform-specific tools for managing communication and blocking players. The article emphasizes the benefits of private lobbies, playing with trusted friends, and seeking out positive communities to mitigate the negative impacts of toxic online environments.
Destiny 2 isn't fully dead yet: community manager says the devs who weren't laid off are still working on "maintenance/upkeep" and "a small fix could sneak in here or there"Despite significant layoffs at Bungie and the end of new content for Destiny 2, the game will continue to receive server maintenance and occasional hotfixes for critical issues. A community manager confirmed that while major updates are finished, the team will still address game crashes and perform upkeep, with the possibility of small fixes being implemented.
Id Software veteran of over 20 years absolutely rips and tears into Microsoft after devastating layoffs: "XBOX decided half the team was no longer needed"Long-time id Software developer Michael Maynard expressed his anger and sadness following significant layoffs at the studio, which he states impacted roughly half the team. Maynard, who had been with id Software for over 20 years, criticized Microsoft and Xbox for the decision, highlighting the loss of institutional knowledge and the impact on the studio's legacy. The article also briefly mentions Sony and Bungie's recent workforce reductions and John Romero's support for the affected developers.
Games Inbox: Is the Xbox doomed to failure?Readers express concerns about the future of Xbox, citing recent studio closures and a reliance on aging franchises like Halo and Gears of War. The discussion also touches on the shift towards digital-only games, the impact on game preservation, and the potential for companies like Sony to influence Kickstarter campaigns.
Destiny 2 Glitch That Farms T5 Meta Armor DiscoveredA glitch in Destiny 2 allows players to farm T5 meta armor sets by exploiting the postmaster system when running Lost Sectors with a full engram inventory. This method bypasses the usual slow grind for specific armor pieces. Bungie has acknowledged the glitch and stated it will not be immediately fixed, though a fix for the underlying system is in development.
Felwinter's Lie PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2This guide details the optimal PvE and PvP 'god rolls' for the Felwinter's Lie shotgun in Destiny 2. It provides specific perk recommendations for both modes, focusing on maximizing damage and effectiveness in different combat scenarios.- MMO Week in Review: EverQuest risingThis week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Rare added to the list of Xbox studios under threatRumors suggest that Microsoft is planning significant layoffs across several Xbox studios, including Rare, Bethesda, and Arkane, with some studios potentially facing closure or sale. This follows recent layoffs at Bungie and Microsoft pulling out of a partnership with IO Interactive. The reported motivation behind these potential cuts is a focus on profitability by new Microsoft management.
What We Played – Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro & Silent Hill 2Several individuals shared their recent gaming experiences, including playing Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Beastro, and Silent Hill 2. Others have been engaging with Elden Ring mods, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, God of War: Ascension, and various indie titles like Balatro and Gecko Gods.
Epic CEO Tim Sweeney suggests AI could've saved Destiny 2 and will "enable games like Destiny to thrive!"Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney suggested that a lack of generative AI adoption may have contributed to Destiny 2's struggles, stating that the technology could enable games like it to thrive. He also criticized Valve's policies regarding AI disclosures in games, arguing they hinder developers. The article explores the potential role of AI in accelerating game development and content creation.
Destiny 2 community manager calls out "leaders who made multiple years of poor decisions" as former Bungie VP shares post blaming industry implosion on the marketDestiny 2 community manager Dylan Gafner responded to a discussion about the games industry's current state, suggesting that leadership's poor decisions over multiple years are a significant factor, not just market conditions. This comes after former Bungie VP Mark Noseworthy shared a post that placed blame primarily on the market. Gafner clarified his comments were not a personal attack but stemmed from conversations with former colleagues affected by recent Bungie layoffs.