Destiny
News, coverage and analysis tracking Destiny across the outlets.- Destiny and Warframe Fans Spent a Decade Competing With Each Other — Now They’re United in Saying GoodbyeThe long-standing friendly rivalry between players of Destiny and Warframe is coming to an end. Both communities are now looking for ways to commemorate and say goodbye to this decade-long competition.
- 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.
Destiny fans petition for Destiny 3, with heartfelt messagesA petition for Destiny 3 has rapidly gained over 48,000 signatures, with many players sharing heartfelt messages about the franchise's impact on their lives. Fans express a strong desire for new adventures and innovative gameplay, believing Destiny 3 could revitalize the series. Despite player demand and criticism of recent management decisions by Bungie, Destiny 3 is reportedly not in development.
A bittersweet farewell to Destiny 2, one of the best - and worst - games I've ever playedThis opinion piece reflects on the decade-long journey of Destiny 2, highlighting its highs and lows from its PlayStation 4 launch to its current state. The author expresses a bittersweet farewell, attributing the game's decline to a prioritization of profit over player loyalty and staff well-being, while acknowledging its significant impact on their life and the broader gaming industry.
Former Bungie dev says 'you'd be surprised how many times' expansions were pitched for a fan-favorite Destiny archvillain who's now left hangingA former Bungie narrative designer revealed that multiple expansion concepts for the Destiny archvillain Xivu Arath were pitched for Destiny 2. Despite significant narrative investment in the character, these expansions were never greenlit, leaving her story unresolved as Destiny 2's live service development concludes. The article also touches on Bungie's struggles following Sony's acquisition and the impact on the game's future.- Destiny Players Review Bomb Marathon Only to Be Met With Countercampaign from Bungie FansDestiny players have initiated a review bombing campaign against the upcoming game Marathon on Steam. However, fans of developer Bungie have responded with a countercampaign, leaving positive reviews to defend the title.
- Destiny 2 Is Ending Just As Its Story Started To Get GoodDespite a strong narrative conclusion with The Final Shape, Destiny 2's subsequent expansions, The Edge of Fate and Renegades, have continued to deliver compelling stories. However, issues with player onboarding and potential mass layoffs at Bungie cast doubt on the future of the franchise and the resolution of its ongoing narrative arcs, such as the conflict with The Nine and the exploration of Old Chicago.
- Morning Postmortems/RetrospectivesBungie developers reflect on the challenges of maintaining quality in Destiny under difficult circumstances. The retrospective highlights the hard work and dedication involved in the game's development and ongoing support.
Destiny 2 was never going to last forever, but that's what made it specialDestiny 2's final content update, Moment of Triumph, launches June 9, marking the end of its live-service era. While the game will remain playable, Bungie is shifting focus to new projects like Marathon, potentially leading to layoffs. The article reflects on the unique value of live-service games and the memories they create, drawing parallels to Destiny's predecessor and contrasting Bungie's approach with Square Enix's handling of Final Fantasy 14.
As someone who was all-in on Destiny, I'm gutted to see where we are nowThe author expresses deep disappointment regarding the end of active development for Destiny 2, a game they have played since its initial release. They lament the perceived mismanagement and squandered potential of the franchise, contrasting it with the rich world-building and sense of possibility from its early days. Bungie is now shifting its focus to the development of Marathon.
Destiny developers reflect on the end of an era: 'We all worked so hard to maintain the quality bar under…Former Bungie developers and voice actors reflect on the end of Destiny 2's decade-long run as a live service game, following the announcement that its final update will arrive on June 9. Many shared their pride in their contributions and the community, while acknowledging the difficult circumstances surrounding the game's conclusion and potential layoffs.- Bungie insiders claim ‘significant number of layoffs’ are coming following Destiny 2’s maintenance modeBungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs following the announcement that Destiny 2 will enter maintenance mode in June. Insider reports suggest there is no new project lined up for the Destiny 2 team, and a Destiny 3 is not currently planned. Sony has not yet commented on the matter.
Reaction: I'm Sad It's Over, But Destiny's End Was OverdueThe author expresses mixed feelings of sadness and relief regarding the end of Destiny 2's content updates, particularly after The Final Shape expansion. While acknowledging the series' significant impact and personal memories, they feel the game's conclusion was overdue and perhaps not handled with a clear vision by Bungie, comparing its drawn-out end to the post-Endgame MCU.
Destiny 2 is getting its final update in June, and the team reportedly face "significant" layoffs as soon as it's out the doorBungie has announced that the final live-service content update for Destiny 2, titled Monument of Triumph, will be released on June 9, 2026, concluding the game's 12-year run. Following this update, the studio is reportedly facing significant layoffs, with sources indicating that no new projects have been greenlit yet. Despite the conclusion of Destiny 2's active development, the game will remain playable, and the final update will incorporate content originally planned for the Shadow and Order expansion.
Bungie reportedly eyeing up "significant" layoffs, no plans for Destiny 3: what happens after Destiny 2's final update in June?Bungie has announced that the final live-service content update for Destiny 2 will be released on June 9, 2026, after which the game will remain playable but without further development. The studio is reportedly planning significant layoffs and has no immediate plans for Destiny 3, shifting its focus to new projects like Marathon and other potential Destiny universe games.- Destiny developer Bungie will reportedly lay off a 'significant number' of peopleBungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs, impacting a substantial portion of its workforce. The company has also reportedly not begun development on Destiny 3.
Report: Bungie planning "significant" layoffs as Destiny 2 development endsSony-owned developer Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs as it ends development on the live-service shooter Destiny 2. The studio has no immediate plans for Destiny 3, and other internal pitches have not been greenlit. This follows underperformance of recent titles and a shift in Sony's strategy away from live-service games.
Bungie reportedly planning layoffs as Destiny 2 announces end of developmentBungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs following the announcement that active development for its live-service shooter Destiny 2 will conclude with the upcoming 'Moment of Triumph' update. While the game will remain playable, the studio does not have a Destiny 3 project lined up, potentially impacting many developers not assigned to the new Marathon title. This news follows Sony's acquisition of Bungie in 2022 and recent industry-wide job losses.- Bungie’s future after Destiny is layoffs and no Destiny 3, says reportA report indicates that Bungie's future plans include significant layoffs and no development of Destiny 3. The company is reportedly undergoing restructuring following recent challenges.
- Bungie Is Reportedly Planning 'Significant' Layoffs, Destiny 3 Not in the WorksBungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs, according to a new report from Bloomberg. The article also states that Destiny 3 is not currently in active development.