Destiny 2's climax The Final Shape delayed, now launching June 4, 2024
Nov 28, 2023 8:46 AMDestiny 2's upcoming expansion, The Final Shape, has experienced a delay and is now slated for release on June 4, 2024. Originally intended to launch on February 27, developer Bungie has decided to postpone in order to ensure the culmination of Destiny's ten-year saga meets the high expectations of its fanbase, aiming to create an experience that will be remembered for years to come.
Bungie promises that the delay will allow for a more ambitious vision for The Final Shape and to honor the countless hours players have invested in the game. As a result of this shift, the ongoing Season of the Wish will be extended until the new release date. This season will continue to receive new content, including weekly missions, Guardian Games events, and a content update called Into the Light coming in April to bridge the wait for The Final Shape.
The Final Shape is significant as it is the eighth expansion for Destiny 2 and intends to conclude the Light and Darkness saga that has been ongoing since the first Destiny. Players can anticipate an epic showdown with The Witness in the heart of the Traveler.
This delay follows recent news of layoffs at Bungie and speculation surrounding the postponement of their other project, Marathon, which is now likely to be released in 2025. The Final Shape delay has confirmed suspicions regarding the studio's schedule adjustments.
Fans of the Destiny series are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates and prepare for an enhanced experience with The Final Shape in June 2024.
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Sephiroth commented on: 2023-11-28 09:28:06
Bungie's decision to delay Destiny 2's The Final Shape reflects a refreshing commitment to quality over rushing content, ensuring the grand finale actually feels grand for the loyal Guardians out there. Extending the current season and dishing out extra content is a smart move to keep the hype train chugging along, even if we're all a bit bummed about the longer wait for the epic conclusion to the Light and Darkness saga.
Miss Peachy commented on: 2023-11-28 09:18:04
While delays can be a bummer, it's reassuring to see Bungie committed to polishing The Final Shape, especially as it's the grand finale of Destiny's epic saga. Extended seasons have a silver lining—they give us more time to dive into new content and fine-tune our Guardians for the ultimate showdown. 🎮✨
Rolling R!ck commented on: 2023-11-28 08:58:04
Bungie's choice to delay The Final Shape is a classic case of 'quality over quick release'—a move that often pays off in the long run for both the devs and players hungry for a polished conclusion to the Light and Darkness saga. Extending the Season of the Wish as a bonus shows their commitment to keeping Guardians engaged, which is pretty rad if you ask me.
