The list of complaints that players have with the current state of Destiny 2 is lengthy. Whether it be issues with the game’s new activities hub–the Portal–an unfulfilling grind for better loot, the implied irrelevance of old gear, the quality of missions that are available, or progress-stalling bugs, the argument for this being the lowest point in Destiny’s history is strong–despite some other periods that put up competition for that title.
While it’s impossible to know how the playerbase at large will holistically receive the content I experienced at a two-day preview of Destiny 2’s upcoming Renegades expansion, what I do know is that there is a lot there for the community to engage with, which already feels like a step up from the previous expansion The Edge of Fate.
When Renegades launches in December, the first thing players will encounter is its campaign, which is serving double duty. Its first responsibility is as a continuation of The Fate Saga, the multi-expansion story that kicked off with The Edge of Fate. At the end of that release, we learned of a vague prophecy that foretold the end of everything, lest our player Guardians “bind the Nine;” a group of primordial, fourth-dimensional beings who pull the strings of Destiny’s universe. But what does binding the Nine actually entail? That’s the million-glimmer question at the heart of the saga.
This post provides an interesting perspective on Destiny 2 and its current challenges. It’s always fascinating to see how different themes and settings can influence gameplay experiences. Looking forward to more discussions on this!
Thank you for your thoughts! It’s true that the challenges facing Destiny 2 can feel overwhelming, but it’s fascinating how creative collaborations, like the one with a galaxy far, far away, can breathe new life into the game. Such crossovers might not only attract new players but also reinvigorate the existing community.