Destiny 2 Reviews

Destiny 2 is ranked in the 91st percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Skill Up
Ralph Panebianco
Top Critic
Unscored
Aug 27, 2021
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Skill Up
Ralph Panebianco
Top Critic
Unscored
May 10, 2021
Season of the Chosen handed me a massive L, and I'm glad it did (Review) video thumbnail
Unscored
Feb 8, 2021
Destiny 2 is good. Season of the Hunt was not (Review) video thumbnail
PlayStation LifeStyle
Chandler Wood
Top Critic
Unscored
Jan 8, 2021

For the console Destiny 2 crowd, the PS5 update is one of the biggest improvements the game has ever gotten. Destiny 2 feels like a whole new game, a whole different experience with a simple little power boost that kicked performance to the next level. Bungie consistently designs the best feeling shooters in games, and to optimize that with a layer of polish and performance afforded by next-gen console capabilities is a big win for players. While it's missing a few of the more unique PS5 features, Bungie arguably focused on key core improvements. I still hold out hope for DualSense features to be implemented in the future, but Destiny 2 PS5 is one of the most impressive generational game upgrades we've seen so far.

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9.5 / 10.0
Sep 17, 2017

As a returning Guardian, Crucible master Lord Shaxx has found the best words to describe my experience with Destiny 2 and its many improvements over the first: "This is amazing!!"

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95 / 100
Dec 20, 2021

Bungie's 30th Anniversary Celebration feels like Christmas Day for Bungie fans. Every second spent playing the new activities and using the battle rifle and magnum feels like a dream that doesn't have to end. A lot of the offerings here are free, but the Dungeon and the Gjallarhorn are totally worth the asking price even without the extra cosmetic goodies. This drop is not only a celebration of Bungie's past, but a glimpse into Destiny 2's bright future, and I am all in.

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90 / 100
Sep 14, 2017

Destiny 2 is a massive accomplishment, and a huge step in the right direction for the franchise. With a more focused narrative, more activities to do than ever before, and enormous quality of life improvements to the Destiny sandbox and economy, there isn't much to dislike about Destiny 2.

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Sep 11, 2017

those who enjoyed Destiny the first time around, Destiny 2 has so much to offer – even for returning players. But at its core, those who weren't fans of the original won't find major revelations in this sequel.

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Telegraph
Top Critic
Sep 18, 2017

From Destiny 2's first moments, it's a bigger, bolder and better game than its predecessor.

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6 / 10
Sep 16, 2017
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Guardian
Top Critic
Sep 14, 2017

Bungie has improved its sci-fi shooter with a less lonely game for those who don't have online friends and a more rewarding one for those who do

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Unscored
Feb 12, 2021

As of now, Destiny 2: Season of the Chosen neither excites nor keeps me engaged. The “core gameplay loop” might as well be called the “chore gameplay loop” owing to the mechanics involved. But, these are just my impressions from the first few days. I’ll see what else is in store in the coming week since the game will have another Battleground map.

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9 / 10.0
Dec 14, 2020

Bungie has delivered an amazing experience with its PS5 update. From the silky-smooth frame rates to the field of view sliders, Destiny 2 has never felt this good. All the enhancements the PC community has been able to experience and take advantage of are finally on consoles. Cross-gen support along with the same content drops means that regardless of what console you play on, you're getting the best version of Destiny 2 that your system can run.

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Dec 9, 2020

The PS5 version of Destiny 2 caters entirely to its committed community with a smooth 60 frames-per-second that accentuates its tremendous gunplay, taking it to new heights for console players. Further perks include another frame rate mode in the triple figures and dramatically shorter load times to ensure the action comes quicker than ever. While new players will continue to be overwhelmed by almost everything it has to offer, Destiny 2 in the next generation is a crowd-pleaser for those already playing - a fanbase that has learned to both love and loathe the experience at the very same time.

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8.7 / 10.0
Nov 8, 2017

The PC version of Destiny 2 is everything the game already offers, only better: the loading times are less frustrating, and the graphics really benefit from the extra power of the most recent video cards (framerate, details...). Unfortunately, some of the deplorable connectivity errors already experienced on console found their way on PC as well.

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88 / 100
Oct 24, 2017

Whether I'm popping Cabal heads, tossing grenades, or making swift 180 degree turns, the game feels outstanding to play.

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8.8 / 10.0
Oct 4, 2017

I think for most of the hardcore Destiny 1 players, this is simply not the game we were expecting. This one is built for the casuals. That's not necessarily a bad thing. I played more D1 over the past two years than probably all other games combined, but Destiny 2 is just going to be another game in my library. It won't consume me, but I will enjoy it every time I load it up.

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Oct 3, 2017

Destiny 2 takes the groundwork set out by its predecessor and refines some of its rough edges, especially in terms of its plot.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 21, 2017

Destiny 2 improves upon its predecessor in every conceivable area, resulting in a content-packed, enjoyable FPS that will keep you entertained for months on end.

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Drew Leachman
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Sep 21, 2017

Destiny 2 is a great game that champions over the first game in so many ways. I highly suggest it to both FPS and RPG fans alike.

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