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Destiny 2 players get a final farewell gift from Bungie
Bungie has released the final patch for Destiny 2, marking the end of its active development. The studio is offering players a free in-game emblem called Gloriabundus as a farewell gift. While major updates have ceased, Bungie has stated that critical issues and server maintenance will still be addressed.
Bungie gives Destiny 2 players a final farewell gift as the game enters maintenance mode
Bungie 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 community manager calls out "leaders who made multiple years of poor decisions" as former Bungie VP shares post blaming industry implosion on the market
Destiny 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.
Destiny 2 almost got an honest-to-goodness dating sim, but leadership gave it a ‘hard no’
Former Bungie developers revealed that a dating simulator concept based on Destiny 2 was developed internally but ultimately rejected by leadership. Former community manager Liana Ruppert confirmed the existence of the 'Dream Daddy inspired' concept and expressed agreement with criticism that leadership was out of touch. Separately, Bungie's Dylan Gafner offered words of encouragement to fans concerned about the game's current state, while the studio continues development on its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon.
'Don't blame yourselves' for Destiny 2's end, community lead tells players: 'No words can accurately depict how lucky we are to have shared these worlds with you'
Bungie communications lead Dylan Gafner, also known as dmg04, reassured Destiny 2 players that they are not to blame for the game's perceived decline. He expressed gratitude for the community's dedication and shared experiences over the years. Gafner's comments come as Destiny 2 reaches the end of its lifecycle, with the final update released and communication updates ceasing.
Destiny 2 fans shouldn't "blame yourselves" as Bungie closes the door on its 9-year-old MMO, says community lead: "This is just the way it goes sometimes"
Bungie's principal communications manager, Dylan Gafner, has stated that players should not blame themselves for Destiny 2 ending its nine-year run without further major updates. He reassured the community that their support has been immense and that the game's conclusion is simply a natural progression. While Destiny 2 will remain playable, Bungie is shifting focus to new projects like Marathon.
Warframe promises a new in-game title in honor of Destiny 2 fans is coming next week
Warframe is introducing a new in-game title, "Make Your Own Fate," as a tribute to Destiny 2 fans. This title will be earnable through a special alert mission on the planet Telesto, referencing a line from Destiny 2 and a fusion rifle of the same name. This gesture from Digital Extremes is being celebrated by both communities.
As Destiny 2 waves goodbye in its final update, Warframe commemorates the beloved Bungie MMO with an in-game reward
Warframe is releasing an in-game alert on June 17th to commemorate Destiny 2 as Bungie rolls out its final update for the MMO. The alert, titled 'Make Their Own Fate,' will take place on Telesto, a location significant to both games. This gesture from Warframe developers, including director Rebb Ford, is a tribute to Bungie's impact on their own game's development.
Don’t Mourn Destiny 2, Be Grateful That It Existed
Following the announcement of Destiny 2's final major update on June 9, the article reflects on the game's impact and the community's desire for a sequel. Content creator Luckyy10p initiated a petition signed by over 330,000 people, urging Sony and Bungie to consider Destiny 3. Voice actors from the game have also shared messages of support for the franchise's future.
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.
Destiny 2 community manager thanks "everyone who has reached out" as Bungie ends the game after 9 years: "Your stories mean the world to all of us"
Bungie's Destiny 2 is concluding its nine-year run with its final update in June. Principal communications manager Dylan Gafner expressed gratitude to the community for sharing their stories and impact the game has had. While fans are discussing a potential Destiny 3, Bungie is now focused on Marathon and is reportedly anticipating layoffs.
