In the midst of a challenging period for Bungie, the developer of Destiny 2, which recently underwent a significant downsizing resulting in the layoff of approximately 100 employees, and a perceived decline in the quality of recent Destiny 2 content by its community, an exciting collaboration has been announced for the game. This time, Destiny 2 will be crossing over with CD Projekt Red’s renowned game, The Witcher.
The upcoming crossover event will introduce a range of new cosmetic items in Destiny 2, all inspired by the iconic character Geralt of Rivia from The Witcher series. Players can expect to find ornaments, a Ghost shell, custom vehicles, an emote, and a finisher, all designed with elements from The Witcher universe. These new additions are set to be released on November 28, 2023 (US Time), alongside Destiny 2’s upcoming Seasonal content titled Season of the Wish.
The Witcher franchise has been experiencing a surge in popularity following the success of its live-action series on Netflix. As a result, The Witcher has made appearances in various other games such as Fortnite, AFK Arena, SoulCalibur, Daemon X Machina, and Monster Hunter, among others. The collaboration with Destiny 2 marks yet another milestone in The Witcher’s expansion into different realms of gaming, delighting fans of both franchises.
With Bungie’s recent layoffs and the perceived decline in the quality of Destiny 2 content, there are concerns about the future of the game. The studio has stated that it has 650 “dedicated teammates” working on their next major expansion update, The Final Shape, which is scheduled for release on February 27, 2024. However, the impact of the studio’s downsizing on the development and execution of this expansion remains uncertain.
As Destiny 2 prepares for its collaboration with The Witcher and the release of Season of the Wish, players eagerly anticipate the arrival of the new cosmetic items inspired by Geralt of Rivia. The crossover event serves as a testament to the growing influence and popularity of The Witcher franchise, as well as an opportunity for Destiny 2 to revitalize its content and engage its community once again.
In the face of recent challenges, it is up to Bungie to prove that they can deliver top-quality experiences for Destiny 2 players, both in the upcoming collaboration with The Witcher and in their future endeavors. Only time will tell if Bungie can regain the trust and excitement of their community, and if Destiny 2 can reclaim its position as a leading game in the industry.
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