Info about Destiny 2:

Official game description:
Destiny 2: Year of Prophecy Ultimate Edition
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About the Game
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Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian's look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.
An Immersive Story
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You are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.
Guardian Classes
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Choose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.  
**Titan**  
Disciplined and proud, Titans are capable of both aggressive assaults and stalwart defenses. Set your hammer ablaze, crack the sky with lightning, and go toe-to-toe with any opponent. Your team will stand tall behind the strength of your shield.  
**Warlock**  
Warlocks weaponize the mysteries of the universe to sustain themselves and destroy their foes. Rain devastation on the battlefield and clear hordes of enemies in the blink of an eye. Those who stand with you will know the true power of the Light.  
**Hunter**  
Agile and daring, Hunters are quick on their feet and quicker on the draw. Fan the hammer of your golden gun, flow through enemies like the wind, or strike from the darkness. Find the enemy, take aim, and end the fight before it starts.
Cooperative and Competitive Multiplayer
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Play with or against your friends and other Guardians in various PvE and PvP game modes.  
**Cooperative Multiplayer**  
Exciting co-op adventures teeming await with rare and powerful rewards. Dive into the story with missions, quests, and patrols. Put together a small fireteam and secure the chest at the end of a quick Strike. Or test your team's skill with countless hours of raid progression – the ultimate challenge for any fireteam. You decide where your legend begins.  
**Competitive Multiplayer**  
Face off against other players in fast-paced free-for-all skirmishes, team arenas, and PvE/PvP hybrid competitions. Mark special competitions like Iron Banner on your calendar and collect limited-time rewards before they're gone.
Exotic Weapons and Armor
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Thousands of weapons, millions of options. Discover new gear combinations and define your own personal style. The hunt for the perfect arsenal begins.

Release date: Oct 1, 2019

Categories: First-Person Shooter, Cooperative Multiplayer, Competitive Multiplayer, Character Progression, Weapon Customization, Looter Shooter, Extraction Shooter, Character Customization, Action RPG, Endgame Content


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Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Exceptional gunplay mechanics (weight 0.73): The game is widely praised for its refined shooting mechanics, responsive controls, and satisfying weapon feedback. Players highlight its superiority over other FPS games in terms of fluidity and engagement.
- Visually stunning art direction (weight 0.44): The game’s graphics, environments, and artistic design are consistently described as breathtaking. Players highlight the immersive visuals, cinematics, and attention to detail in world-building.
- Immersive soundtrack and audio (weight 0.37): The game’s orchestral score, sound design, and music are frequently praised for enhancing the atmosphere and gameplay experience. Players describe the soundtrack as impeccable and mood-setting.
- Long-term enjoyment and nostalgia (weight 0.35): Many players express long-term enjoyment, citing the game’s ability to provide memorable experiences over the years. Nostalgia and returning to the game are common themes in positive feedback.
- Rich lore and world-building (weight 0.28): The game’s deep sci-fi universe, engaging lore, and immersive world-building are consistently praised. Players appreciate the effort put into storytelling and environmental design, even if the narrative is sometimes hard to access.
- Engaging PvE and PvP variety (weight 0.27): The game offers diverse content, including well-designed PvE activities (strikes, raids) and PvP modes. Players enjoy the variety and the balance between different gameplay styles.
- Outstanding raids and dungeons (weight 0.27): Cooperative endgame content like raids and dungeons is frequently cited as a highlight, offering complex mechanics, teamwork requirements, and visually impressive design. Many consider it the pinnacle of the game’s PvE experience.
- High-quality expansions (weight 0.16): Expansions like *Witch Queen* and *The Final Shape* are highlighted for their strong storytelling, new content, and emotional impact. Players often cite these as the best the game has offered in terms of DLCs.
- Strong community and multiplayer (weight 0.14): The game’s community is noted for being passionate, knowledgeable, and helpful. Multiplayer experiences, especially when played with friends, are frequently praised for their fun and engaging nature.
- Optimized and smooth performance (weight 0.07): The game is commended for its optimization, running smoothly even on mid-tier hardware. Players appreciate the minimal bugs and high FPS performance, especially post-updates.
- Regular updates and free content (weight 0.06): Players appreciate the frequent free expansions, seasonal events, and updates that keep the game fresh. The free-to-play model with discounted expansions is also noted as a positive.

Common complaints:
- Repetitive and grindy gameplay loop (weight 0.89): The gameplay is described as repetitive, grind-heavy, and unrewarding, with excessive time investments required for minimal progression. Players report feeling like the game is a chore, with little incentive to continue playing due to stale mechanics and lack of meaningful rewards.
- Poor new player experience (weight 0.72): New players face overwhelming mechanics, lack of guidance, and a steep learning curve. The fragmented story, confusing UI, and absence of tutorials make it difficult for newcomers to engage with the game, leading to frustration and high dropout rates.
- Aggressive monetization harms gameplay (weight 0.6): The game is criticized for prioritizing profits over player experience, with heavy paywalls, excessive microtransactions, and misleading free-to-play labels. Players feel forced to spend money to access core content, making the game feel like a demo rather than a complete experience.
- Content removal and sunsetting (weight 0.59): Paid and free content is frequently removed or vaulted, including storylines, campaigns, and gear. This disrespects player investment and creates gaps in the game’s narrative, making it difficult for new or returning players to experience the full story.
- Declining content quality and innovation (weight 0.53): Recent updates are described as recycled, low-effort, and lacking innovation. Players feel the game has stagnated, with repetitive activities, shallow storytelling, and an overreliance on grind rather than meaningful new content.
- Unfriendly and punishing game design (weight 0.49): The game’s design is described as hostile to players, with mechanics that feel rigged, excessive grind, and rigid progression paths. New players and casual players are particularly disadvantaged by the game’s lack of flexibility and support.
- Frustrating loot and progression systems (weight 0.49): The loot system is criticized for being stingy, overly complicated, and unrewarding. Progression feels meaningless due to frequent resets, power creep, and RNG-based mechanics that make gear obsolete quickly.
- DLCs are overpriced and essential (weight 0.48): DLCs are criticized for being expensive, offering little content, and becoming irrelevant quickly. Players feel forced to purchase every DLC to enjoy the full experience, creating a high financial barrier to entry.
- Unbalanced and neglected PvP (weight 0.34): PvP is criticized for being unbalanced, filled with cheaters, and poorly maintained. Players report frustration with matchmaking, outdated mechanics, and a lack of developer attention, leading to a toxic and unenjoyable experience.
- Developer neglect and poor communication (weight 0.28): The developer is accused of ignoring player feedback, prioritizing monetization over fixes, and failing to address bugs or balance issues. Layoffs and scandals have further eroded trust in the studio’s ability to maintain the game’s quality.

Gameplay feedback:
- Co-op Endgame Content (weight 0.35): Raids, dungeons, strikes, and Nightfalls are core co-op activities designed for teamwork and communication. These activities cater to groups of 3-6 players and are a major focus of the endgame experience.
- Grind-Heavy Progression (weight 0.24): Progression is tied to grinding for gear, light levels, and seasonal resets. This system can feel rigid and repetitive, particularly for players seeking rapid advancement.
- Loot and Crafting Systems (weight 0.2): The looter-shooter mechanics emphasize grinding for gear, with systems for weapon crafting, exotic quests, and tiered loot. However, some crafting features have been removed or revised, affecting player strategies.
- Deep Buildcrafting System (weight 0.19): The game features an extensive buildcrafting system, allowing players to customize characters, subclasses, and loadouts with unique stats, perks, and weapon rolls. This system supports diverse playstyles but may have limitations in flexibility.
- DLC-Driven Content Structure (weight 0.16): The game relies on expansions (DLCs) and seasonal passes to deliver new content, including weapons, armor, and mechanics. This structure impacts progression and monetization but may fragment the player experience.
- Seasonal and Yearly Updates (weight 0.11): Content is delivered through seasonal and yearly updates, introducing temporary and permanent additions. However, some content is vaulted, which can disappoint long-term players.
- Story-Driven Campaigns (weight 0.1): The game features narrative-driven campaigns and seasonal episodes, though some players feel the gameplay does not always align with the storytelling promises.
- Three Core Classes (weight 0.09): Players choose from three main classes—Titan, Hunter, and Warlock—each with unique subclasses and roles. Class balance and fantasy are key aspects of the gameplay experience.
- Subclass Customization (weight 0.09): Subclasses offer elemental abilities (e.g., Arc, Solar, Void) and customization options like Stasis, Strand, and Prismatic systems. These allow for deep build variety and specialization.
- Perks and Loadout Systems (weight 0.08): Weapons and armor feature randomized perks, aspects, and fragments, enabling players to tailor loadouts to their playstyle. However, the lack of numerical clarity can be confusing.
- RNG-Based Loot Drops (weight 0.08): Loot acquisition is heavily reliant on RNG, with weekly caps and tiered rewards. This system can create frustration for players seeking specific gear or upgrades.

Performance notes:
- Game-breaking bugs and instability (weight 0.17): Players report frequent mission restarts, unresponsive systems, and bugs affecting abilities, UI, and enemy behavior (e.g., shooting through walls). These issues often render the game unplayable or force repetitive replays.
- Optimization improvements post-DLC (weight 0.07): Recent updates have improved optimization, with some players reporting stable FPS and smooth performance on mid-tier hardware. However, inconsistencies remain across systems.
- Physics and animation glitches (weight 0.05): Bugs in the physics engine cause unintended fall damage, while animation and movement issues break immersion. These problems stem from an unstable game engine.
- FPS and performance inconsistencies (weight 0.05): FPS declines over time or fluctuates with specific damage types (e.g., Taken blights). Manual port forwarding is required for faster load times, indicating suboptimal netcode.
- Loading and content access failures (weight 0.05): Activities, missions, and even paid content fail to load, often soft-locking players or preventing progress. Some issues are tied to post-update bugs or server infrastructure.
- Tapir login error blocking access (weight 0.04): A recurring 'Tapir' error prevents players from logging in, creating a hard barrier to accessing the game. This issue persists despite attempts to resolve it.
- Visual and map-related bugs (weight 0.04): Visible map errors, missing hitmarkers, and unpolished systems detract from gameplay clarity. These issues are often introduced in updates and persist due to lack of playtesting.
- Hardware and compatibility limitations (weight 0.03): The game lacks Steam Deck support and struggles on lower-end PCs, despite running well on mid-tier hardware. Ultrawide monitors may cause motion sickness due to unoptimized scaling.
- Script and enemy spawn errors (weight 0.03): Critical script errors prevent enemy spawns, breaking mission progression and PvE content. These bugs are often tied to poorly tested updates.

Recommendations:
- Avoid game for new players (weight 0.47): Numerous reviews strongly advise against starting the game, particularly for new players, due to poor onboarding, monetization issues, and lack of engaging content. The consensus is that the game is not welcoming or enjoyable in its current state for newcomers.
- Monetization and DLC concerns (weight 0.43): Players criticize the game's monetization practices, including expensive DLCs, paywalls, and lack of value in older expansions. Many suggest waiting for sales or avoiding purchases altogether due to developer practices.
- Conditional game recommendations (weight 0.25): The game is recommended under specific conditions, such as playing with friends, purchasing DLCs on sale, or having prior experience. Some players suggest trying the free-to-play version before committing financially.
- Play with friends for better experience (weight 0.19): The game is frequently recommended for group play, as playing with friends or a community mitigates negative experiences like toxicity, confusing tutorials, or repetitive grind. Solo play is discouraged.
- Developer distrust and criticism (weight 0.16): Players express strong dissatisfaction with developer decisions, including content removal, lack of communication, and perceived neglect. This has led to widespread distrust and recommendations to avoid supporting the game financially.
- Alternatives over current game (weight 0.1): Many reviews suggest playing alternatives like Warframe, Final Fantasy XIV, or The Division 2 due to better developer-player relationships, content availability, or overall value. These are seen as more rewarding experiences.
- Gameplay for niche audiences (weight 0.1): The game is praised for its engaging mechanics, deep lore, and satisfying shooter experience, but only for players who enjoy grinding, team-based puzzles, or specific sci-fi themes. It is not recommended for casual or solo players.
- Free-to-play as trial option (weight 0.07): The free-to-play model is highlighted as a low-risk way to test the game's core mechanics before deciding to invest time or money. This is seen as a positive aspect for hesitant players.
- Power and progression issues (weight 0.03): Players criticize the power system and progression mechanics, noting that challenges often stem from artificial power deficits rather than engaging gameplay. Max power should feel empowering, not frustrating.
- External resources needed (weight 0.02): Due to poor in-game tutorials and overwhelming complexity, players recommend using external resources like YouTube guides or community advice to understand mechanics and optimize the experience.

Other player notes:
- Monetization concerns dominate feedback (weight 0.07): Players frequently criticize the free-to-play model, season passes, expansion pricing, and paywalls. Many feel the monetization strategy is exploitative or poorly balanced. This is a recurring theme in player dissatisfaction.
- Emotional attachment fading (weight 0.07): Long-time players express sadness over losing their emotional connection to the game. Personal histories, solo achievements, and nostalgia are overshadowed by frustration with current direction.
- Bungie's leadership under scrutiny (weight 0.06): Players express frustration with Bungie's corporate decisions, leadership changes, and perceived decline post-Activision split. Criticism targets higher-ups rather than developers directly, highlighting a disconnect in vision and execution.
- Developer-community communication breakdown (weight 0.06): The community feels ignored, disrespected, and dismissed by developers. Poor communication and perceived evasiveness have eroded trust, with players citing a lack of transparency and engagement.
- Perceived shift in developer priorities (weight 0.05): Players feel Bungie no longer 'over-delivers' and is focused on monetization (e.g., 'car collecting'). Comparisons to past experiences, like 'losing Cayde,' highlight disappointment in current content quality.
- Community behavior impacts experience (weight 0.03): Toxic behavior in raids and group dynamics is a concern, though some players note supportive communities exist. Platforms like Facebook are used to find groups, but toxicity remains a barrier.
- Ethical concerns over layoffs and bonuses (weight 0.03): Players criticize executive bonuses during mass layoffs, viewing it as unethical. This reflects broader dissatisfaction with Bungie's management and corporate decisions.
- Free content occasionally appreciated (weight 0.02): Players note positive experiences with free max-power loot (e.g., Rite of the Nine event) and unique activities like Xur’s 6-player event. These moments are seen as exceptions rather than the norm.
- PvP cheating and exploitation (weight 0.02): Cheating in PvP is a recurring issue, with players feeling the developers have not adequately addressed exploits. This undermines competitive integrity and player trust.
- Legacy content still valued (weight 0.01): Some players acknowledge the legacy campaigns are worth experiencing, especially on sale. This highlights nostalgia and appreciation for past content despite current frustrations.
- Artwork appropriation criticized (weight 0.01): Players call out Bungie for appropriating artwork without credit, reflecting concerns about ethical practices and respect for creators.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.28): Players experience frustration primarily due to aggressive monetization practices, including forced re-purchasing of expansions, excessive DLC pricing, and paywalled content. Additionally, repetitive and grindy gameplay loops, frequent bugs, broken mechanics, and poor new player experiences (e.g., lack of guidance, steep learning curves) exacerbate this emotion. Content removal, sunsetting mechanics, and unfair PvP balance further contribute to the sense of frustration.
- Disappointment (weight 0.21): Disappointment stems from the game's perceived decline in quality, including shallow storytelling, repetitive gameplay, and lack of innovation in expansions. Players feel let down by controversial design choices like content vaulting, sunsetting, and power resets, which devalue their time and investment. The shift from earnable content to monetized microtransactions, along with unfulfilled promises and poor developer communication, has eroded trust and left players feeling the game no longer aligns with its original vision.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.09): Nostalgia is driven by long-term attachment to the game's past iterations, particularly Destiny 1 and early Destiny 2 expansions like *The Taken King* and *Forsaken*. Players fondly recall memorable moments, such as raid clears, early-game exploration, and the depth of past content. The recycling of old content and comparisons to the game's former state highlight a desire to return to what the game once represented: a rich, engaging experience with strong storytelling and community.
- Anger (weight 0.07): Anger arises from perceived corporate greed, including aggressive monetization, content removal, and disrespect for player investment. Players feel exploited by practices like pay-to-win mechanics, intrusive ads, and the removal of paid content. Additionally, unresolved issues such as cheating in PvP, unbalanced mechanics, and developer neglect (e.g., lack of fixes, poor communication) fuel this emotion. The sense of being misled or scammed by the studio further intensifies feelings of betrayal and frustration.
- Resignation (weight 0.04): Resignation reflects players' acceptance that the game may never return to its former glory. Many have stopped playing or reduced their engagement due to repeated disappointments, such as ignored feedback, lack of meaningful improvements, and the game's shift toward monetization over player experience. The sunk cost fallacy and addiction to the grind cycle keep some players engaged, but others have moved on, acknowledging the game's flaws and the unlikelihood of change.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.03): Satisfaction is derived from the game's core strengths, such as tight gunplay, engaging endgame content (e.g., raids, dungeons), and cooperative gameplay. Players appreciate improvements in optimization, farming mechanics, and the freedom to choose game modes. When content is accessible and well-designed, the game delivers enjoyable experiences, particularly in storytelling, buildcrafting, and overcoming challenging boss fights with coordinated teams.
- Betrayal (weight 0.03): Betrayal stems from the perceived violation of trust between players and the developers. Long-time players feel exploited by profit-driven decisions, such as content removal, power resets, and stealth nerfs, which devalue their time and financial investment. False promises, unfulfilled expectations, and the prioritization of shareholders over the community have left players feeling misled and disrespected, particularly when paid content is rendered inaccessible.
- Sadness (weight 0.03): Sadness is tied to the loss of what the game once was, including vaulted storylines, a declining community, and the erosion of the game's unique identity. Players mourn the game's potential, which they feel has been squandered by poor management and a focus on monetization. The sense of an era ending, coupled with the game feeling like a 'shell' of its former self, evokes a deep sense of loss for a beloved experience.
- Hope (weight 0.02): Hope persists among players who believe the game can recover through community feedback, developer accountability, and future updates. Some see potential in upcoming expansions (e.g., *The Final Shape*) or system reworks to address long-standing issues. Occasional rewarding moments, such as soloing dungeons or reverting negative changes, keep players cautiously optimistic about the game's direction.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.02): Enjoyment is found in the game's dynamic gameplay, build variety, and endgame activities like raids and dungeons. Players appreciate the gunplay, storytelling, and cooperative experiences, particularly when the content is accessible and well-balanced. The game's universe and frequent updates can still provide fun and engaging moments, especially for those who enjoy replaying or experimenting with different builds.
- Love (weight 0.01): Love for the game is rooted in its world, lore, and core gameplay elements, such as gunplay, art, and music. Despite its flaws, players remain passionate about the game's potential and what it once represented. Nostalgia for past content and the emotional connection to the game's universe keep players invested, even as they acknowledge its current shortcomings.
- Appreciation (weight 0.01): Appreciation is directed toward the game's depth, artistic design, and engaging mechanics, such as build-crafting and movement systems. Players recognize the effort Bungie puts into improving the game, particularly in PvE content, level design, and storytelling. The expansive free-to-play content and community engagement are also highlighted as positive aspects that set the game apart from others.
- Disgust (weight 0.01): Disgust arises from perceived deception in the game's design, such as reused assets, generic boss fights, and predatory monetization practices. Players feel disrespected by the studio's handling of the game, including poor optimization, stealth nerfs, and the prioritization of profit over player experience. The sense of being exploited or misled by the developers fuels this strong negative reaction.
- Excitement (weight 0.01): Excitement is generated by new content, such as subclasses, dungeons, and expansions, which offer fresh gameplay experiences. Players enjoy the thrill of progression, loot drops, and cooperative activities like raids. The game's addictive and rewarding gameplay loop, particularly for newcomers or those starting fresh accounts, can create a sense of anticipation and engagement.
- Boredom (weight 0.01): Boredom stems from repetitive and stagnant content, including recycled missions, lack of innovation, and unengaging gameplay loops. Players feel the game has become monotonous, with little to offer in terms of unique or rewarding experiences. The absence of meaningful updates or fresh challenges contributes to this sense of tedium.
- Confusion (weight 0.01): Confusion is caused by unclear progression systems, fragmented storytelling due to content removal, and overwhelming onboarding for new players. Players struggle with mechanics like weapon modification, mission timers, and the lack of clear communication about game changes. The game's complex structure and lack of guidance exacerbate this emotion.
- Regret (weight 0.01): Regret is tied to missed opportunities, such as not purchasing DLCs when they were available or neglecting real-life responsibilities due to excessive gameplay. Players also express regret for recommending the game to friends or investing time and money into a game that no longer meets their expectations. The sense of wasted potential and lost time fuels this emotion.
- Admiration (weight 0.01): Admiration is directed toward the game's visuals, immersive world, and artistic direction. Players praise the design team for creating rich lore, engaging gameplay loops, and high-quality graphics. The game's storytelling, sound design, and world-building are highlighted as standout features that contribute to its appeal.
- Addiction (weight 0.01): Addiction is driven by the game's reward system, dopamine-driven gameplay loop, and engaging but punishing grind. Players find themselves compelled to play daily, chasing the satisfaction of loot drops and progression. The game's ability to create a sense of accomplishment, despite its flaws, keeps players hooked.
- Exhaustion (weight 0.01): Exhaustion stems from the constant cycle of hope and disappointment, repetitive progression systems, and the endless grind for rewards. Players feel worn out by the lack of meaningful evolution in the game, particularly when updates fail to address core issues or introduce fresh content. The grind-heavy mechanics and monetization model contribute to this sense of fatigue.}