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News Beat the Heat With Destiny 2's Summer Solstice Event
The heat is on
Destiny 2's latest live event in the Season of the Haunted is a celebration of the Solstice, and summer in general. Guardians will automatically receive the red-hot Solstice armour for participating and will have yet another reason to stay inside and out of the sun (as if you needed one). The Solstice event will introduce a new...
News Sony Officially Acquires Bungie, Accelerates Vision to Create Generation-Spanning Entertainment
Welcome to the family
The ink has dried and the deal has closed: Sony officially owns legendary developer Bungie. The acquisition – worth a reported $3.6 billion – will see the Halo creator retain its independence, and “accelerate its vision to create generation-spanning entertainment”. A statement said: “Today, Bungie begins our jour
News Sony and Bungie Will Create a Live Service Centre of Excellence Once Acquisition Closes
New department to oversee PlayStation's fresh direction
One of the things lost in Sony’s investor relations report last week, and brought back to our attention by ResetEra, is the company’s integration plan for acquisition target, Bungie. While the deal is yet to close, the platform holder expects the ink to b
News Destiny 2 Season of the Haunted Out Today, Adds New Story and Events
Plus more Exotic weapons, gear, and Season Pass
The 17th season of Destiny 2 starts today at 6pm BST / 10am PDT / 1pm EDT, titled the Season of the Haunted. Already included in the Deluxe Edition of The Witch Queen — which is 25 per cent off on the PS Store for a few weeks — you will gain access to a new story which marks the return of the...
News Bungie Boss Suggests Studio Won't Be Muzzled Following Sony Acquisition
As the fallout from Jim Ryan email continues
Bungie has been one of the most outspoken studios in the industry when it comes to abortion rights in the United States. This, of course, puts an even bigger beacon on an internal email sent by Sony CEO Jim Ryan, in which he urged employees to “respect the differences of opinion” on the matter...
News Despite FTC Investigation, Sony Expects Bungie Acquisition to Close This Year
And that'll be that
Here’s your weekly reminder that, yes, Sony is still buying Destiny developer Bungie. While the iconic studio will remain largely independent, the platform holder hopes that the purchase will help inform its output on numerous upcoming live service games. And while the billion dollar buyout is
News Sony's Bungie Buyout to Be Investigated by the FTC
Investigation could push acquisition back by six months
As is typically the case for billion dollar acquisitions, Sony’s mammoth $3.6 billion buyout of Bungie will be investigated by the Federal Trade Commission, or FTC for short. While you could be forgiven for forgetting that PlayStation had dug deep to purchase the Destiny developer, this is a...
Video Is Live Service Really the Way Forward for PlayStation?
Are things always better with friends?
Sony has always prided itself as a harbourer of high quality single player experiences. Anyone that is even remotely familiar with the word 'PlayStation' will know about the titles synonymous with it, such as The Last Of Us, God of War, and Ghost of Tsushima. However, Sony's reputation as a single-player...
Review Destiny 2: The Witch Queen (PS5) - Bungie's Loot Shooter Vaults Back into First Place
Goodnight Forsaken, Witch Queen awaken
How do you review a game that never ends? The latest expansion in the Destiny 2 cycle – The Witch Queen – arrives amidst typical controversy as the excellent Forsaken campaign is removed – excuse me, vaulted – to supposedly make room for it. We’ve got mixed feelings about the whole situation. On the...
News Bungie Provides Destiny 2: The Witch Queen Deep Dive in new ViDoc
Light in the Darkness
New PlayStation Studios recruit Bungie is preparing to launch Destiny 2: The Witch Queen later this month, and to get a better understanding of what to expect, the team has issued a new ViDoc detailing everything there is to know. Pitched as the "definitive Destiny campaign", members of Bungie call it ambitious, mysterious, and...
News Sony: Everyone's Excited for PlayStation Studios and Bungie to Share Ideas
And battle scars as well
Sony has acquired legendary developer Bungie, and one of the motivations behind the deal appears to be shared learning. PlayStation Studios wants to make blockbuster service games, with similar legs to the likes of Fortnite and, of course, Destiny – and the platform holder believes that the fo
News Sony Is Spending Over $1 Billion to Ensure Bungie Employees Don't Leave
Well, okay then
Whatever it is that Bungie is cooking in addition to Destiny 2 must be pretty goddamn special, because Sony is spending $1.2 billion on ensuring the developer’s staff don’t leave. The company explained during its earnings report that roughly a third of its $3.6 billion buyout fee will be used for “deferred payments to employee...
News Sony 'Vastly Overpaid' in 'Desperation' for Bungie, Says Outspoken Analyst Michael Pachter
The Pach-Attack
Ah, Michael Pachter. The Wedbush Securities analyst has been providing commentary on gaming industry news for years — usually provoking irate reactions from fans of particular brands. Anyway, he's back again, and this time, he's got a pretty strong opinion on Sony's recent buyout of Bungie for $3.6 billion. Basically, Pachter...
Poll What Are Your Thoughts on Sony's Buyout of Bungie?
Bungie jumping
So, Sony's bought Bungie for $3.6 billion. Bungie being the developer that helped solidify Xbox as a gaming brand with Halo. Bungie being the developer who created Destiny with the backing of Activision — a publisher that's in the process of being
News Bungie's New Destiny Expansion Amasses One Million Pre-Orders
The drinks are on Jim Ryan
Do we all care about Destiny again, then? It’s been a solid six months since we last wrote about the first-person shooter here on Push Square, but we should probably feign some enthusiasm now developer Bungie is a Sony subsidiary, right? Right?! We’re confident all 10
News New and Existing Bungie Games Will Not Become PS5, PS4 Exclusives
No bonuses, perks, or extra content either
It’s been spelled out and hammered home, but just to make it patently obvious: Bungie will not develop games exclusively for PlayStation 5 and PS4, despite being purchased by Sony for $3.6 billion earlier today. Every statement that the organisation has released describes the Destiny developer as...
Reaction Sony's Bungie Buyout Means Little for PS5, PS4 Fans Right Now
Destiny unknown
Well, here we are again – another domino has dropped in the unstoppable march towards corporate consolidation. This time, though, our team has won: Bungie, the legendary creator of Halo and Destiny, is a PlayStation Studio! Except it’s not, but it also kinda is. The industry is weird these days so you’re going to have to stick...
News Sony Buys Ex-Halo, Destiny Developer Bungie for $3.6 Billion
What a twist
Following on from the chaos that's been caused by Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, many have speculated over Sony's next move in the gaming space. And now we have an answer: Sony is set to acquire Destiny developer Bungie for $3.6 billion. But this is not a reaction to Microsoft's aforementioned megaton, according to
News Bungie Marks Its 30th Anniversary with Destiny 2 DLC, Out Now
The Gjallarhorn returns
Destiny and Halo developer Bungie has just turned 30, so a mid-life crisis likely isn't too far away. To mark the moment, though, Destiny 2 has been treated to a special 30th-anniversary bundle containing a load of goodies that reference the studio's long past. It was released yesterday for PlayStation 5 and PS4, priced at...
News Destiny 2: The Witch Queen DLC Dated for 22nd February in New Trailer
"The definitive Destiny campaign"
Update: The Destiny 2 Showcase has now confirmed all of the details listed below along with revealing the trailer for The Witch Queen expansion. It is indeed releasing on PS5 and PS4 on 22nd February 2022, and pre-orders will be available on the PS Store shortly. Original story: Bungie is scheduled to reveal the...
News Bungie Dates Destiny 2: The Witch Queen DLC Reveal for 24th August
Survive the truth
Bungie will unveil the next big expansion heading to Destiny 2 on 24th August 2021, titled The Witch Queen. This will take the form of a Destiny 2 showcase, presumably via a livestream hosted on the usual platforms. The DLC in question is currently slated to arrive at some point next year and sports the tagline: "Survive the...
News Guess How Many Currencies Destiny 2's New Transmog System Adds
34 years of your life or $12,000
Of course Bungie found a way to mess up one of the most requested Destiny 2 features from its community. The looter shooter will soon be adding a transmog system, enabling Guardians to change the appearance of a piece of armour — you'll keep the perks and stats of the equipped piece but it'll look like whatever...
News Destiny 2 Keeps Chugging Along with Season of the Chosen Trailer
The Cabal is back, again
We can hardly contain our excitement, it's time for another season of Destiny 2. Another round of content that hardly looks any different from the last couple of offerings. Except for this time, the Cabal is back. Again? Let's stop being debbie downers and focus on what Season of the Chosen has to offer as it begins next...
Review Destiny 2 (PS5) - A Solid Update for Hardcore Players
No time to explain
A lot has changed for Destiny 2 in the three years since release. After launching as a full-priced product, it decided to take the free-to-play route in late 2019. After teaming up with Activision to bring both the original game and this sequel to market, Bungie cut ties with the publisher to do it alone. And after expanding the...
News Destiny 2 PS5 Version Available to Download Now for Free
60FPS! 120FPS! FOV!
The PlayStation 5 version of Destiny 2 is now finally available to download on the PlayStation Store for all, completely free of charge. The looter shooter made the transition to free-to-play a while back on PlayStation 4, so anyone with Sony's new console can start playing the base experience right away. And if you want to get...
News Destiny 2 Will Run at 120FPS for PvP Multiplayer on PS5
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We've got another game to add to the list of PlayStation 5 titles that can run at 120 frames-per-second, or at least part of one. Bungie has confirmed that the Crucible in Destiny 2 will be able to reach the lauded frame rate on the next-gen console, presumably arriving alongside the general PS5 patch on 8th December 2020. For those...
News Destiny 2: Beyond Light Gets a Cool Story Trailer
Brrr
Destiny 2: Beyond Light is just a few weeks away from its 10th November release date, and the anticipated expansion just got a brand new story trailer. As we've come to expect of Destiny's cinematics, there are a lot of dramatic cuts synced to dramatic music, all while aliens talk about doing evil things. Speaking of which, Stasis, the new...
News Destiny 2 PS5 Upgrade Lands on 8th December, Bungie Shares Key Details
4K, 60fps, FoV slider
We've known for a while that Destiny 2 will receive a free PS5 upgrade, bringing big improvements on the next-gen system. Well, that upgrade now has a release date: the 8th December 2020. What's more, developer Bungie has detailed everything that you can expect from its looter shooter when it takes advantage of Sony's upcoming...
News Destiny 2: Beyond Light Trailer Takes a Tour of Europa
Mines, yes?
Bungie knows how to put together a good trailer, and this latest one for Destiny 2: Beyond Light is more evidence of that, but we think the studio is in for its toughest time yet when it comes to actually marketing the expansion. This latest piece of DLC is said to be fairly significant, except it comes out on the same day as the Xbox...
News Bungie Outright Denies Microsoft Acquisition Speculation
"This is false"
Jeff Grubb has been the story of the summer, which perhaps says a lot about Sony and Microsoft’s own next-gen marketing strategies. The Venture Beat journalist has popped up in approximately one billion articles this year, providing insider teases on internal industry affairs. The latest rumour, which Eurogamer.net has since...
News Chill Out with Destiny 2's Stasis Subclasses in New Gameplay Trailer
Ice cold
In case you didn't already know, Destiny 2: Beyond Light is adding a whole new element to the game, complete with its own subclasses for each type of Guardian. 'Stasis' comes with three subclasses: Shadebinders (Warlock), Revenants (Hunter), and Behemoths (Titan). You can see them in action via the new trailer embedded above. Beyond Light...
News Destiny 2: Beyond Light Trailer Shows Off Stasis in All Its Forms
Weild the Darkness
We now have to wait until November to play it, but Destiny 2: Beyond Light looks like it's going to genuinely change the way Bungie's popular looter shooter is played. The expansion introduces a completely new element -- a first for the franchise -- named Stasis, and it's a power that Guardians can utilise in a number of different...
News Bungie Delays Destiny 2: Beyond Light Expansion to November
First DLC to not hit September
Bungie has made the difficult decision to delay the upcoming Destiny 2: Beyond Light expansion to 10th November 2020 following the continued worldwide struggle to cope with the coronavirus. Originally scheduled to launch in late September, this marks the very first time that the developer has missed a DLC launch for...
News Bungie Commits to Destiny 2 with Expansions in 2021 and 2022
Say goodbye to Destiny 3
If you thought Bungie was prepping a Destiny 3 behind the scenes, you might want to think again. The developer has committed to its current looter shooter by announcing Destiny 2 expansions for both 2021 and 2022. Yes, Bungie just announced a piece of DLC that won't launch for another two years. It's a little bonkers,...
News Destiny 2 on PS5 Is a Free Upgrade, Runs at 60 FPS, Has Cross-Play with PS4
Bungie confirms
As part of its latest livestream, Bungie has confirmed its plans for the next-gen version of Destiny 2. Those who own the game on PlayStation 4 will be able to upgrade for free on PlayStation 5, and the studio promises 60 frames-per-second on Sony's upcoming console. Nice. What's more, PS4 and PS5 players will be able to play...
News Destiny 2: Beyond Light Confirmed for 22nd September
New element named Stasis
Bungie has announced the latest expansion to its looter shooter -- Destiny 2. Titled Destiny 2: Beyond Light, it comes to PlayStation 4 on 22nd September 2020, bringing with it a battle against the Darkness, a new villain, and an entirely new element which sits alongside Solar, Void, and Arc. It's called Stasis and this...
News Destiny 2: Season of Arrivals Leaks, Separate DLC Supposedly Coming 22nd September
Through Silver bundle
Tomorrow is a big day for Destiny 2. Bungie will be unveiling this fall's next expansion to the looter shooter and the season which bridges the gap between now and then kicks off straight after that livestream. However, it looks like the name of that content has already made its way onto the internet. Titled Season of Arrivals,...
News Bungie Confirms Next Destiny 2 DLC Reveal for 9th June
Coordinates received
Update: After accidentally leaking its own announcement yesterday, Bungie has confirmed that it will be revealing the next chapter in the Destiny 2 saga on Tuesday 9th June 2020 at 9am PT / 5pm BST. Original story: It looks like Bungie will finally be taking Guardians to Europa in the next piece of DLC for Destiny 2. The...
News Destiny 2 PS5 Version Confirmed by Bungie
More details soon
One of the big benefits to Microsoft ever so slightly lifting the lid off of its next-gen Xbox Series X is that developers around the globe feel much more comfortable making their plans public. One example is Bungie, which has today revealed that Destiny 2 will be coming to PlayStation 5. Of course, it was always going to be...
News Destiny 2: Season of the Worthy Starts Next Week, Brings Back Trials of Osiris
Save the Last City
Destiny 2 is back with yet another season's worth of content for fans of the looter shooter, this time around taking Guardians to Mars in order to save the Last City from complete destruction. Season of the Worthy goes live next week on Tuesday 10th March, with season pass holders gaining access to the usual benefits. The Cabal...
News Destiny 2 Finally Brings Back Trials of Osiris Next Month
Took your time
It has been a long, long time coming, but Bungie has confirmed that Trials of Osiris will finally be making its triumphant return to Destiny 2 next month. The hardcore, 3v3 multiplayer mode will be available to all players on PlayStation 4 from 13th March. Revealed in an all-new Dev Insight video, the team talks of making sure it is...
Fulfilling our Destinies
We’re listing the ten best Soundtracks of the Decade. These are the ten PlayStation scores released over the past decade that we believe left the biggest impression on our sonic palettes. Whether it’s Journey's Grammy nominated masterpiece or Destiny’s 8 movement symphony, these are the soundtracks that hit the best...
News Destiny 2: Season of Dawn Looks Like More Destiny, Starts 10th December
Saint-14 is here
In case the headline didn't make it obvious, we're struggling to work up much excitement for Destiny 2's next season of content. Scheduled to start next week on 10th December, Season of Dawn continues the storyline laid out by Shadowkeep and brings along some new activities, weapons, and armour. Yeah, this is just more Destiny. The...
Review Destiny 2: Shadowkeep - Looter Shooter Comfort Food and Not a Whole Lot More
Moon's haunted
Ever since splitting from Activision, Bungie has been talking a big game. The launch of Destiny 2: Shadowkeep represents the moment where the developer fully embraces the MMO concept, clearly defines its core pillars, and lays the groundwork for a better looter shooter experience. It’s a series of promises that transforms the base...
News Destiny 2: Shadowkeep Raid Beaten Inside Six and a Half Hours
Ascend Clan wins World's First
The raids that accompany any Destiny-related expansion are moments worth tuning in for, and Destiny 2: Shadowkeep was no different. Released earlier tonight, Garden of Salvation has now been beaten with a world's first time of six hours and 15 minutes. Ascend Clan took first place as it streamed live on Twitch,...
Guide Destiny 2 - How to Get a Bow
Introducing the Fallen to Robin Hood
The Combat Bow is a brand new weapon archetype introduced in Destiny 2: Forsaken, and so naturally, it's one of the first things you'll want to get your hands on. Thankfully, you won't have to wait too long until one makes its way into your inventory. How to Acquire Your First Bow: After completing an early...
Guide Destiny 2: Forsaken - How to Beat the Main Campaign
Taking the fight to the enemy
Destiny 2: Forsaken introduces a brand new story and set of missions for you to pursue throughout your time on the Tangled Shore, taking you to different places to experience a variety of things. Here's how to beat all of that mainline content. How to Beat Destiny 2: Forsaken's Main Campaign: Progress through the...
Guide Destiny 2: Forsaken - How to Unlock New Supers for Every Class
Playing with power
Destiny 2: Forsaken has introduced three new supers for each class, meaning a total of nine new abilities are there to be played around with. Here's how to unlock every single one of them. How to Unlock New Supers for Every Class in Destiny 2: Forsaken: After completing the first mission of the expansion you'll be taken back to...
News Destiny 2: Shadowkeep PS4 Launch Hit with Capacity Issues and Disconnects
Update: Taken down for emergency maintenance
Update: As tweeted out by Bungie, Destiny 2 has been taken offline for emergency maintenance. Original story: Destiny 2: Shadowkeep went live on PlayStation 4 a few hours ago, but its launch hasn't exactly been the smoothest. It's something we have sort of come to expect with these sorts of releases,...
Guide What's Included in Destiny 2: New Light?
All content detailed
On Tuesday 1st October, Destiny 2 goes free-to-play. It's a big change for the game, one that affects its structure, content delivery, and how it is perceived going forward. Given the title Destiny 2: New Light, it gives away a huge amount of content that veteran players have already paid for, including some year 2 additions...
