Why Destiny 3 Is Set to Revolutionize the Gaming World!

Highlights

Destiny 3 may not be off the table entirely, despite Bungie's focus on Destiny 2 and its upcoming expansion.

The implementation of Destiny 2's seasonal model poses challenges in managing assets and items, making it challenging to develop a direct sequel game.

Destiny 3 has the potential to delve into horror themes or return to the original fantasy concept, providing a distinct experience within the game's universe.

Bungie currently has no plans to develop Destiny 3, despite the upcoming conclusion of Destiny 2's Light and Dark saga with The Final Shape expansion. However, a new title in the series is not entirely out of the question. Recently, there has been some buzz on social media about Destiny 3, mostly driven by technical issues with Destiny 2's servers. Players have expressed a desire for a new game on a different engine. But even if a Destiny 3 were to happen, it might not be a typical sequel. There are several factors to consider.

Firstly, Destiny 2 has achieved great success as a live-service game thanks to its seasonal model, which has improved player retention and morale. Creating a direct follow-up to Destiny 2 could pose challenges in terms of managing assets and items. Players would not be able to keep everything in their inventories and all their cosmetics. Additionally, the rich lore and underlying themes of the series provide an opportunity for a new and distinct experience.

Destiny 3 Doesn't Need to be a Full-Blown Destiny 2 Sequel

Destiny 2's missions, such as Presage, incorporate subtle horror elements that enhance the overall experience without taking center stage. Destiny 2 has the potential to explore a horror-focused direction, which aligns with its storytelling and gameplay mechanics.

Moreover, the franchise offers a wealth of characters and settings that can be explored in a horror-inspired game closely related to Destiny 2, yet distinct in its own right. For instance, in Destiny 3, players could assume the role of ordinary soldiers or civilians within the same universe, navigating encounters with the myriad alien creatures that inhabit it. Venturing into the rumored Old Chicago swamps of Destiny 2 as a non-Guardian with space-magic abilities would provide an exciting foundation for a new game that maintains the original's first-person shooter style but with a fresh perspective.

A potential idea for Destiny 3 is to align it more closely with Bungie's original vision for the game. Concept art showcases a fantasy-based world with weapons and enemies that deviate from the typical sci-fi aesthetic. This game could serve as a sequel, prequel, or simply a standalone title set in a different part of the universe. All options are viable. For instance, characters in Destiny 2, such as Zavala and Drifter, often reference the Dark Age, a period when humanity started resurrecting as Guardians after the Collapse.

Another inspiration for a future installment could be the Drifter's harrowing journey. One dark chapter occurs on a desolate frozen planet where he and his crew face off against creatures with the ability to nullify the powers of Light. This narrative thread, combined with various snippets of lore and locations, presents ample opportunities for a unique gaming experience. Meanwhile, Destiny 2's ongoing sagas, such as The Final Shape, can continue advancing the story of the Guardians and their beloved characters.

Destiny 2 is available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.