Destiny 3
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Uppgifter: hälften av Bungies anställda får gåBungie is undergoing significant layoffs, reportedly affecting over 400 employees, which is approximately half of its workforce. The cuts include a majority of the Destiny team, some members of the Marathon team, and Sony employees who supported Bungie. Sony is attempting to find new roles for affected staff.
Evening Reading - June 15, 2026This 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.
Destiny 2 hasn't had this many players in years: fans flood the servers as final update sends Bungie's MMO off…Destiny 2 has seen a massive surge in player numbers following the release of the Monument of Triumph update, marking the end of active development for Bungie's MMO. Player counts on Steam have reached levels not seen since the Final Shape expansion, despite the game's previously low average player base. While the servers will remain online, no further updates are planned, leading to speculation and a fan petition for a Destiny 3.
Bungie Fans Have Taken Over Sony’s State Of Play Broadcast To Demand Destiny 3During Sony's State of Play broadcast, a significant number of Bungie fans flooded the chat with messages demanding the development of Destiny 3. This occurred shortly after the announcement that the next update for Destiny 2 would be its last, leading to player concerns about the franchise's future.- PlayStation State of Play Showcase Flooded by Demands for Destiny 3PlayStation's State of Play event was notably impacted by a surge of audience requests for Destiny 3. The community's strong desire for a new installment in the Destiny franchise dominated discussions surrounding the showcase.
PlayStation showcase brigaded by Destiny 3 hopefuls as petition crosses 338,000 signatures: "We want D3"During a PlayStation State of Play showcase, viewers in the live chat overwhelmingly expressed a desire for Destiny 3, with a petition on change.org reaching over 338,000 signatures. This surge in demand comes as Bungie announced the end of active development for Destiny 2 following its final update.
Destiny 2 community lead whips the MMO's community into a frenzy with a series of posts that could mean anything from a sequel to nothing at all: "Do not go gentle into that good night"Destiny 2 fans are speculating about the future of the franchise following cryptic posts from Bungie's community lead, Dylan Gafner. These posts, referencing themes of perseverance and the number three, have fueled rumors of a potential Destiny 3, despite reports suggesting it is not in development. The community is interpreting Gafner's messages as encouragement to remain hopeful as Destiny 2 approaches its final update.
Valve veteran worries for Bungie's future following Destiny 2's final update: "I don't think Sony…Valve veteran Chet Faliszek expressed concern over Bungie's future following the announcement that Destiny 2's final update will be released on June 9, with no Destiny 3 currently in development. He believes Sony may have lost interest in Bungie's live-service ambitions after Marathon's underperformance, leaving the studio in a precarious position with limited viable paths forward.
New Details Emerge About Bungie’s Decision To End Destiny 2, Including Plans To Relaunch As Destiny InfinityBungie 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 moreBungie 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.
Destiny 2 Closing is Real, and it’s More Painful Than I Thought — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesBungie has announced the end of Destiny 2's live service, with the final update scheduled for June 9, 2026. This decision follows significant revenue shortfalls, particularly after the poorly received Lightfall expansion, and a major wave of layoffs. The article discusses the mismanagement and ambitious decisions that led to this point, the impact on the community, and the uncertain future for Bungie's other title, Marathon, without Destiny 2's financial support.
"We want Destiny 3": Fans respond to Sony sunsetting Destiny 2 with a sequel petition that quickly gets 220k signatures in 4 days, and the MMO's actors are on boardA fan petition for Destiny 3 has garnered over 220,000 signatures in four days following Bungie's announcement of sunsetting Destiny 2. Voice actors from Destiny 2, including Brandon O'Neill (Crow) and Brian Villalobos (Lodi), have publicly supported the campaign for a sequel. Despite the fan and actor enthusiasm, reports suggest Bungie is planning layoffs and has no current plans for a Destiny 3.
As an online petition for Destiny 3 gains traction, reports suggest Bungie staff didn't know about the end of Destiny 2 until the public announcementBungie has announced that Destiny 2 will cease receiving new content updates in early June, with its final expansion being Shattered Cycle. Reports indicate that most Bungie staff were unaware of this decision until the public announcement, despite an online petition for Destiny 3 gaining significant traction. Sony is reportedly wary of committing to expensive MMO projects as the company pivots away from live-service games.
Another Report States Bungie Has Nothing Else In Development, But Marathon Will Be Allowed To “Find Its Legs”A report indicates Bungie is shifting its development focus from Destiny 2 to Marathon, with layoffs planned but not immediate. Destiny 3 is not in development due to Sony's concerns over funding, and no other projects have been greenlit. The success of Marathon is now critical for Bungie's future.- Engagement RingA petition related to Destiny 3 has reportedly surpassed the peak player count of Bungie's upcoming game, Marathon. This indicates significant community interest and discussion surrounding the potential for Destiny 3.
Fans Are Petitioning Sony To Greenlight Destiny 3Fans have started a petition urging Sony to fund the development of Destiny 3, following Bungie's announcement that active development on Destiny 2 is ending. Bungie cited high costs as the reason for not pursuing Destiny 3, and reports suggest the studio may face layoffs. The petition highlights the franchise's popularity and community impact, with over 137,000 signatures.- A Petition Calling on Sony to Greenlight Destiny 3 Has Over 120,000 Signatures Already — and It's Rising FastA petition urging Sony to greenlight the development of Destiny 3 has garnered over 120,000 signatures. Despite the significant fan support, the article suggests that the game is unlikely to be produced.
Destiny 2’s End of Support Was Unknown to Most of Bungie – RumorReports suggest that most of Bungie's staff were unaware of the decision to end support for Destiny 2 until the announcement. The studio is reportedly planning significant layoffs and does not have Destiny 3 in active development, though other Destiny IP titles are being considered. Sony's financial performance with live-service games has influenced the decision not to invest heavily in a direct sequel.
Bungie Didn’t Start Working On Destiny 3 Because Of “how much money it would take”Bungie has not begun development on Destiny 3 due to the significant financial investment required, according to reports by Jason Schreier. Despite Destiny 3's potential profitability, the company is focusing on its upcoming game Marathon to cover costs, with no other projects currently greenlit. This situation also raises concerns about potential layoffs at the studio.- Business and FinanceBungie has not immediately begun development on Destiny 3 following the release of The Final Shape two years ago, primarily due to the significant financial investment required. This decision reflects the economic considerations involved in developing large-scale game sequels.