Destiny 2’s New Doki Doki Crossover Explained

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Destiny 2's New Doki Doki Crossover Explained

Key Takeaways

  • Destiny 2’s Doki Doki ornaments are based on romantic and cute aesthetics typically seen in Japanese pop culture.
  • Destiny 2 will introduce Doki Doki-themed ornament sets in Act 2 of Episode: Revenant.
  • Players can likely expect to purchase Doki Doki ornaments with Silver or Bright Dust on November 19 via the Eververse Store.

As a long-time Destiny 2 player and an avid collector of unique and quirky cosmetics, I can’t help but get my heart racing at the thought of the upcoming Doki Doki crossover! With its adorable aesthetics inspired by Japanese pop culture, this is definitely a departure from Destiny 2’s usual gritty, sci-fi vibe.

The second act of Destiny 2’s Revenant episode is nearly upon us, and Bungie has marked its approach with a developer livestream detailing the numerous updates and enhancements set to roll out on November 19 alongside the episode’s release. In addition to progressing the narrative of Destiny 2 Episode: Revenant, Act 2 will introduce the Contest of Elders seasonal activity reminiscent of Coil, new seasonal weaponry, alterations to Supers, and a Street Fighter collaboration encompassing themed Ghost shells, emotes, ornaments, and more.

In addition to the forthcoming Street Fighter-themed goods for Destiny 2, Bungie has unveiled a series of doki doki-styled ornament sets during their live stream, which will be offered at a later date. Regrettably, the event details were only briefly discussed during the livestream, leaving us with limited information at this time. However, based on what was displayed and the common association of “doki doki,” we can make some educated guesses about the upcoming event.

What to Expect From Destiny 2’s Doki Doki Crossover

The Crossover Likely Applies to the Concept of Doki Doki More Than a Particular Game

As a devoted fan, I must clarify some misconceptions regarding Destiny 2’s Doki Doki crossover. The popularity of the visual novel game, Doki Doki Literature Club!, has led some to speculate that Destiny 2 is collaborating with the game itself. However, based on Bungie’s statements and the nature of the crossover, it seems more likely that the collaboration is centered around the “doki doki” concept rather than directly with Doki Doki Literature Club! Although there were leaks suggesting otherwise before the announcement, it appears these may have been misleading.

In Japanese pop culture, particularly anime, manga, and games, “doki doki” moments typically revolve around romantic tension and emotional sensitivity, as the term “doki” imitates a heartbeat’s sound. This term is often linked to specific fashion trends or aesthetics that are adorable or heart-pounding in nature. These styles can be seen in various ways, such as school uniforms, pastel clothing, skirts, and oversized bows – all of which appear to be the inspiration behind Destiny 2’s Doki Doki crossover event.

In a departure from its past collaborations that often revolved around more somber (less light-hearted) titles such as Mass Effect, Assassin’s Creed, and The Witcher, Destiny 2 is venturing into uncharted waters for the first time.

Players Can Expect Several Doki Doki-Themed Ornament Sets for the Crossover

Although the complete details about Destiny 2’s Doki Doki event are still under wraps, Bungie has given us a sneak peek into some (or even all) of the ornament collections that will become available in the game post crossover. Out of these, the Warlock Doki Doki set appears to be the sweetest with a big bow on its chest and ribbons adorning the helmet’s top. The Titan Doki Doki ornament set features a Titan Mark resembling a school anime character’s skirt. Lastly, the Destiny 2 Hunter Doki Doki set is more streamlined yet includes an enormous bow for a Cloak. Just like any other ornament set in Destiny 2, players can customize the color of the upcoming Doki Doki sets using shaders.

Bungie hasn’t specified an exact date for when the Destiny 2 Doki Doki ornaments might become available in the game, but they are expected to arrive with Act 2 of Episode: Revenant. Given this, there’s a chance players may find them in the Eververse Store on November 19, which is the day Act 2 launches. As mentioned by Bungie, players can acquire these sets using either Silver or Bright Dust, so if you’re keen to get your hands on them, start working towards your Pathfinder objectives to accumulate the necessary currency.

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2024-11-13 22:53