Destiny 2 Leadership Pitched a Subscription Model Which Staff “Vehemently” Rejected – Rumor

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The current situation for Marathon, Bungie’s forthcoming extraction shooter, is less than ideal, given the art asset controversy and claims of plummeting morale. Yet, Destiny 2 has faced numerous hurdles since its debut, particularly concerning its monetization strategy.

It’s been revealed that Bungie’s leadership showed a strong preference for generating revenue through their live service shooter. Previously with IGN, Destin Legarie interviewed former employees from the studio, who claimed that a subscription model was proposed at one point. Nevertheless, this idea was firmly rejected by the staff.

On a different occasion, there were allegations that certain members of leadership expressed concern because the armor acquired from Trials of Osiris, with its radiant shine, appeared “overly appealing” and could potentially affect sales in the Eververse Shop. Additionally, it was rumored that some employees received reprimands during meetings regarding monetization strategies.

Since the game The Final Shape didn’t sell as well as Lightfall, Destiny 2 has shifted its strategy quite a bit. Instead of one large expansion, it’s now planning to release two smaller ones this year. The first, titled The Edge of Fate, is set for July. Another expansion, Renegades, will follow in December and seems to draw inspiration from the world of Star Wars. For more information, you can check it out here.

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2025-05-22 15:41