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Strange Leftovers locations for Pieces of the Whole Triumph - Destiny 2
This guide details the locations of Strange Leftovers in Destiny 2, required for the Pieces of the Whole Triumph. Players need to find three specific items in The EDZ, The Tower, and Nessus to complete the Treasure Hunting objective and earn Legendary Marks.
High Albedo PvE and PvP god rolls and how to get - Destiny 2
This guide details the best PvE and PvP god rolls for the High Albedo sidearm in Destiny 2. The High Albedo is a reprised weapon from Europa, obtainable through a quest from Variks or as a random drop from planetary activities. While the weapon is more suited for PvE, specific perk combinations can make it viable for PvP.
Evening Reading - June 15, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming topics, including discussions on Destiny 2 and the potential for Destiny 3, new indie game previews like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Grave Seasons, and a look back at cut content from The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The article also highlights Shacknews's commitment to original content and its merchandise.
The Division 2: Into the Dark Introduces New Toxic Dark Zone, Improves PvEvP Experience
The Division 2's latest season, Into the Dark, introduces significant updates to the Dark Zone, including a new Toxic Dark Zone for cooperative play and improved rewards from Landmarks. The season also adds new mechanics for collecting and using Sample Canisters to unlock powerful bonuses.
How to find Strange Leftovers in Destiny 2
This guide details how to find Strange Leftovers in Destiny 2, a challenge related to Xur's past appearances. Players need to visit specific locations in the EDZ, Nessus, and the Tower to collect these items to complete the Pieces of the Whole Triumph.
Where to find the Imbaru Chest in the Throne World in Destiny 2
This guide details how to find the Imbaru Chest within the Throne World in Destiny 2. Players must navigate to the Queen's Bailey, progressing through areas like the Florescent Canal and Court of Thorns, to locate the chest within a large building. Interacting with the chest completes a Triumph, rewarding players with tokens for cosmetic items.
How to find Assimilated Demolishers in Destiny 2
This guide explains how to find and summon the Assimilated Demolishers, Vex bosses located in the Watcher's Grave area of Nessus in Destiny 2. Players must defeat all three within a five-minute time limit to complete the Forcible Disconnect Triumph and earn Legendary Marks. The article also briefly mentions other Triumphs and the author's background.
Say hello to EA Advertising, which will let your favourite brands 'integrate' ads to 'enhance' your…
Electronic Arts has launched EA Advertising, a new platform enabling brands to integrate advertisements into its games. Initially targeting sports titles like EA Sports FC and Madden NFL, these "in-game integrations" will feature dynamic placements, branded content, and reward-driven objectives. EA claims its games reach over 120 million players monthly, presenting a significant opportunity for advertisers to "enhance" player experiences.
How to get the Pyroclastic Flow Rocket Launcher in Destiny 2
This guide explains how to obtain the Pyroclastic Flow Rocket Launcher in Destiny 2, a weapon reprised in the Monument of Triumph update. Players can acquire it by completing Public Events on Nessus, with a higher chance of drops from Heroic Public Events and the Distortion zone.
How to get the Truth Exotic Catalyst in Destiny 2
This guide explains how to obtain the Truth Exotic Catalyst in Destiny 2. The Catalyst can be acquired through completing Vanguard, Crucible, or Gambit Ops activities, or by completing Exotic Orders, with a small chance of dropping. Once obtained, players must defeat 300 enemies with the Truth rocket launcher to unlock its 'Reaper's Tithe' effect, which grants a stacking damage buff.
Weekend Discussion - June 14, 2026
This Weekend Discussion from Shacknews covers various topics including a rumored Zelda remake, the excitement for Grand Theft Auto 6, and reflections on Destiny 2's Day One raids. Sam Chandler, Head of Guides, is highlighted for his work.
Respawn Monday #3: Guild Wars 3 and Destiny 2's Final Update — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
This article reflects on the future of Guild Wars 3 and the conclusion of Destiny 2's content updates. Developer ArenaNet plans to support Guild Wars 2 and Guild Wars 3 simultaneously, with Guild Wars 2 receiving substantial updates and a feature to earn rewards for the new game. Meanwhile, Destiny 2 has received its final major update, leaving the game in its best possible form with storylines concluded, and Bungie is urged to keep servers running due to continued player interest.
MMO Week in Review: Guild Wars’ Orr, Elder Scrolls’ U50, and EVE’s Cradle of War
This week's MMO news roundup covers Guild Wars 3's monetization and setting, Elder Scrolls Online's new difficulty settings, EVE Online's Cradle of War expansion, and Blizzard's lawsuit against a World of Warcraft emulator. It also touches on Destiny 2 entering maintenance mode, Camelot Unchained's early access, and the ongoing discussions around the Lord of the Rings MMO and industry layoffs.
Hide-and-seek game Meccha Chameleon is the latest indie hit to boast a million sales as it soars up the Steam charts
The hide-and-seek indie game Meccha Chameleon has achieved over one million sales on Steam, reaching the number two spot on the platform's global best-sellers list. The game, which involves players mimicking their environment to hide from seekers, is praised for its simple yet engaging gameplay and low price point. It has also seen significant viewership on Twitch, indicating its popularity as both a player and spectator experience.
It's bittersweet that the best time to play Destiny 2 in years coincides with its end, but I'm happy for the new players who get to experience its most liberating iteration yet
The final update for Destiny 2, despite marking the end of the game, is seen as a positive and liberating experience, especially for new players. This update introduces numerous requested quality-of-life improvements, loot refreshes, and activity revamps, making it the best iteration of the game to date. While the narrative conclusion may be underwhelming, the extensive patch notes highlight significant additions that revitalize the game's core elements.
Whatchamacallit SMG PvE and PvP god rolls - Destiny 2
This guide details the optimal PvE and PvP 'god rolls' for the Whatchamacallit SMG in Destiny 2. While the weapon excels at clearing trash mobs in PvE with perks like Light Touch and Jolting Feedback, it's considered an off-meta pick for PvP, with perks like Headseeker and Bait and Switch offering some utility.
Evening Reading - June 12, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers a variety of gaming news and features, including discussions on Destiny 2 raids, roguelike autoshooters like Blood Dungeon, and the Virtua Fighter series. It also highlights deals for PlayStation and PC, updates on Sea of Thieves and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, and mentions of Pokémon UNITE and Super Mario RPG. The article also touches on unrelated news like SpaceX's IPO and AI model suspensions.
Business and Finance
The Department of Justice has approved the deal involving Paramount, Skydance, and Warner Bros., which will place American Media under the control of the Ellison family. Separately, a former Community Manager for Destiny 2 claims that Bungie was on the verge of closure before recent events.
Evening Multiplex
This article provides a brief overview of several games including Clutch 4K60 Racing, Destiny 2, and Dunebound Tactics. It also highlights official trailers and content creator videos, with a specific mention of the Steam Next Fest June 2026 Edition.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 12: Steam Bullet Fest
This weekend's PC gaming deals include a Steam Bullet Fest celebrating bullet hell and shooter games, alongside sales from various publishers and developers like Capcom, Klei, and Ubisoft. Notable titles on sale include Vampire Survivors, Returnal, and Destiny 2, with free games and bundles also available across platforms like Steam, Epic Games Store, and Amazon Luna.
