Summary
Destiny 2developer Bungie has almost always had a rocky relationship with its players. While some of this is to be expected due to players requesting changes to their favorite MMO that simply aren’t feasible, the relationship between Bungie andDestiny 2’s players has never been as much on a tightrope as it is right now. Afterthe recent layoffs at Bungie, the delay of the upcomingThe Final Shapeexpansion, and plenty of lackluster updates made to the game over the last year, players are on the brink of losing hope in the developer, leaving the trust that Bungie has worked so hard to earn over the years dwindling.
Despite the backlash that Bungie has consistently faced for its treatment ofDestiny 2and its players, it’s not too late for the developer to earn back the trust of its fans. Many players have remained committed to the game, regardless of any complaints they or others have had, but their hope in Bungie is waning nonetheless, warranting action from the developer. Furthermore, there is a large audience of former players that Bungie could draw back into the game if it took one step in the right direction ahead ofThe Final Shape’s release.
As was previously mentioned, Bungie has always had a difficult time appeasing its fans. However, in a brilliant move prior to the release ofDestiny 2’s latest expansion,Lightfall, the developer madeDestiny 2: Legacy Collectionavailable to download for free for a week through the Epic Games Store. TheLegacy Collectionincludes theShadowkeep,Beyond Light, andThe Witch Queenexpansions, and while two of these expansions are considered subpar by the majority of players, theLegacy Collection’s free price point made it more than worth downloading. Additionally, once players downloaded theLegacy Collection, they were allowed to keep the content as long as it remained in their EGS library.
Not every bit of contentDestiny 2had ever released was made free during that brief time period, as certain content packs like the 30th Anniversary Pack and the Season Pass belonging to the season that was live at the time still required players to purchase them. However, the inclusion ofThe Witch Queenexpansion, which is widely considered one ofDestiny 2’s best expansions to date, overshadowed anything else theLegacy Collectionlacks. Bungie’s decision to make this extensive content download free for a limited time ultimately earned it high praise from fans and new players, garnering a massive influx of players and providing the developer with a brief respite from criticism.
Bungie Should Make Lightfall and Every Past Expansion Free Before The Final Shape Releases
As Bungie has recently had a difficult time maintaining its relationship withDestiny 2players, it may be time to revisit the idea of making every one of the game’s expansions, includingLightfallandthe critically acclaimedForsakenexpansion, free on the Epic Games Store ahead of the release ofThe Final Shape. Bungie already made theLegacy Collectionfree once again in December 2023, which also pleased fans and new players, but it might be better to throwLightfallandForsakeninto the mix next time, especially with the developer’s claims thatThe Final Shapewill be an expansion for veterans and new players alike.
Despite Bungie’s ongoing rough relationship with its players, it has nonetheless established the perfect blueprint for earning back their trust beforeThe Final Shapereleases in June. Whether it acknowledges the obligation, Bungie is behooved to make some drastic steps toward rekindling the fire it once had with its fans, and releasing a free download of everyDestiny 2expansion to date ahead ofThe Final Shapemight be the best way to accomplish that.
Destiny 2
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Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian’s look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.An Immersive StoryYou are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.Guardian ClassesChoose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.
