I Visited Bungie to See Destiny 2’s New Renegades Content, and the Most Surprising Thing Was the Devs’ Candor

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It’s brave to admit when you’ve fallen short, whether it’s in a video game or anything else. When a game’s popularity drops and players look to the developers for answers, owning up to mistakes and charting a new course is often the best approach. During a recent visit to Bungie to preview the new Renegades expansion, Destiny 2 Design Lead Tyson Green did exactly that, and it created a positive and hopeful atmosphere for the two days I spent learning about the future of the game.

After players experienced the new Renegades content in Destiny 2, Bungie shared its plans for improving the game this December. Although a detailed content roadmap won’t be available until 2026, Bungie made it clear they’re listening to player feedback and committed to making Destiny 2 even better.

It was awkward, but good to hear Green acknowledge the mistakes made with the recent Edge of Fate and Ash content in Destiny 2. Before this, many players were worried about the future of the game, even wondering if Renegades might be the last update ever. However, those fears are unfounded – Destiny will continue to be updated and supported.

Bungie Knows It Needs to Do Better By Destiny 2 Fans

According to Green and other developers at Bungie, their approach is to begin with the Renegades update and continue making improvements from there. They’ve already demonstrated a willingness to make big changes to enhance the Destiny 2 experience, and players have responded positively. In fact, many of the large-scale changes Bungie initially introduced with Edge of Fate have either been removed or significantly reworked. The process of increasing your power level, specifically getting to 550, has been revised multiple times to be more accessible. Notably, the initial idea of increasing the power level cap with the Renegades update is no longer happening.

Why Focus on an Apology With New Content on the Horizon?

I’ve shared my thoughts on the new Renegades activity in Lawless Frontier, along with parts of my conversation with Ben Womack and Robbie Stevens, on the website. I also wanted to talk about what it was like joining Bungie during a difficult period for the studio. When I last visited Bungie before the launch of Destiny 2, the company was incredibly successful. Games as a service were thriving, many developers were inspired by Destiny, and everything looked promising.

Bungie Didn’t Need to Address the Elephant in the Room

I wondered if Bungie would only talk about the new Renegades content and avoid addressing player concerns or future plans. However, I was impressed that every Bungie developer I spoke with at least recognized the need to improve how they support their fans. They seem committed to doing better, whether that means acting on player feedback – even if it requires major changes, like with the recent Call to Arms event – or simply understanding what players want from new content. Bungie appears determined to turn things around.

The community is reacting positively to the recent Destiny 2 updates, especially the changes to balance, exotic items, and new content, with many excited about the Renegades update. While I haven’t had much time to play the update myself, it already feels like a refreshing and engaging experience, similar to a good Destiny expansion.

Many were worried this collaboration with Star Wars would feel like a shallow attempt to make money, straying from what makes Destiny 2 special. Thankfully, Renegades delivers everything I enjoy in new content – fantastic music, compelling characters, and innovative weapons – and it feels completely natural. The connection between the Destiny and Star Wars universes is clear, and Bungie embraces it, cleverly weaving in elements from Star Wars without relying on awkward or unnecessary appearances.

As of today, it’s unknown how Bungie plans to communicate with its players before the release of Renegades. It’s also uncertain whether this Star Wars-themed expansion will revitalize the game, or if initial excitement will quickly fade after launch.

No matter what the future holds for Destiny 2, Bungie has assured players they remain committed to the game. They’re acknowledging past errors, promising improvements, and working to regain the trust of their player base.

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2025-11-26 21:12