Bungie broke down the next Destiny 2 expansion and latest season in a special livestream today, in addition to some exciting news about a new major partnership with Epic Games.
Season of Plunder
The Season of Plunder launched today, following Guardians as they chase down the escaped Kell of Darkness Eramis, who is scouring the galaxy for powerful relics.
“Eramis, the Kell of Darkness, has escaped from her icy prison and is now gathering a crew of outlaws to hunt down relics of dark power,” developers said in a press release. “To foil her plans, Guardians will recruit their own crews of outlaws and ne’er-do-wells in brand new activities, power up with the Arc 3.0 subclass revamp, and claim treasure throughout the system.”
New activities will include:
- Ketchcrash: Engage in ship-to-ship combat to stop Eramis and her pirate crew from wreaking chaos across the galaxy in this new 6-player matchmade offensive.
- Expedition: Assemble treasure maps, dig for treasure, and get it back to your ship all while fending off enemy pirate crews in this three-player activity.
- Pirate Hideouts: Swashbuckle through weekly missions and relieve pirate lords of powerful relics hidden within their hideouts.
“Arc 3.0: Harness the awesome power of the retooled Arc 3.0 subclass. Guardians can now use Aspects and Fragments to customize their Arc playstyle and bring the thunder with powerful new abilities for each class,” the press release said of the upcoming season. ”
Gift of the Thunder Gods: New Guardians can get quickly caught up with the new Gift of the Thunder Gods, a free time-limited chest full of gear designed to help players quickly level up and get ready for adventure in Season of Plunder. Available to all players, the chest includes two Exotic and ten Legendary items and can be claimed in the H.E.L.M. area in game.”
Lightfall
The showcase focused heavily on Destiny 2: Lightfall, which will launch on February 28. Players who preorder Lightfall will earn rewards today including the Exotic Auto Rifle Quicksilver Storm and more.
“In Lightfall players will face Calus, the malevolent former emperor of the Cabal, who has returned to our solar system alongside the Pyramid fleet as a Disciple of the Witness – the cosmic nemesis that was first introduced in Destiny 2: The Witch Queen,” a press release said. “Using abilities granted from a brand-new subclass Strand, Guardians will explore a new destination – Neptune’s gleaming megacity of Neomuna – which is under attack from Calus’s mysterious and deadly Shadow Legion.”
Developers broke down the new sub-class element Strand and Neptune’s pristine capital city of Neomuna.
“Tap into the invisible threads that bind reality, then grab hold and take control,” the press release said. Harness the power of Strand in ways never seen in Destiny 2: from weaving powerful attacks to pulling off incredible new mobility options (grapple, anyone?).”
That grapple mechanic mentioned makes sense, considering the way that developers described Neomuna: a city with “towering skyscrapers and neon-drenched streets where danger, beauty, and mystery brim around every corner.”
Epic Games Partnership
The new partnership with Epic Games will see Destiny 2 be available in the Epic Game Store, as well as pushing Destiny content to Fortnite and Fall Guys. There will also be Fortnite-inspired ornament sets that will release in Destiny 2: Black Knight-themed Knightly Noire Titan ornament; Drift-themed Painted Kitsune Warlock ornament; Oblivion-themed Eternal Vengeance Hunter ornament.
Players who claim Destiny 2 on the Epic Games Store by August 30 at Noon CST will also receive the Destiny 2: 30th Anniversary Event pack for free.
“Fortnite players will be able to customize their characters with new Outfits depicting iconic Destiny characters Commander Zavala, Ikora Rey, and the Exo Stranger, along with new Destiny-themed Cosmetics including Back Blings, Pickaxes, and Sparrow Gliders. The Destiny-themed Cosmetics will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop later today at 5 PM Pacific,” the press release said. “Additionally, players will be able to experience a new Fortnite Island inspired by the classic Crucible map Javelin-4 from Destiny 2, developed by creator team PWR using Fortnite’s Creative toolset. More than just a remake, the Island also features “Control mode”-style gameplay, complete with unique weapons and ultimate abilities. The Fortnite Island is live right now.”
In Fall Guys, players will see Destiny-themed costumes starting September 17 including Titan-, Hunter-, and Warlock-themed outfits, a new “Spicy Ramen” celebration, and other accessories.
Game Editions
Developers broke down the different editions of the expansion that will be available at launch:
Destiny 2: Lightfall Standard Edition
The Destiny 2: Lightfall Standard Edition is available for pre-order now and includes:
Lightfall Expansion
- New Campaign + Legendary Mode
- New Power: Strand
- New Destination: Neptune
- New Raid
- New Exotic gear
- And more!
- Access to Season 20
- Pre-Order Instant Unlocks
- Exotic Ghost
- Legendary Emblem
Destiny 2: Lightfall + Annual Pass
The Destiny 2: Lightfall + Annual Pass is available for pre-order now and includes:
- Lightfall Expansion
- New Campaign + Legendary Mode
- New Power: Strand
- New Destination: Neptune
- New Raid
- New Exotic gear
- And more!
- Access to Seasons 20, 21, 22, and 23
- Quicksilver Storm Exotic Auto Rifle, Catalyst, and Ornament
- Lightfall Exotic Sparrow
- Lightfall Dungeon Key
- Rahool’s Secret Stash x4 (Once Per Season, Seasons 20-23)
- 2x Ascendant Alloys
- 3x Ascendant Shards
- 1x Exotic Ciphers
- 5x Upgrade Modules
- 1x Exotic Cosmetic Item
- Pre-Order Instant Unlocks
- Quicksilver Storm Exotic Auto Rifle
- Exotic Emote
- Exotic Ghost
- Legendary Emblem
Destiny 2: Lightfall Collector’s Edition
The Witness’s arrival is imminent. To prepare for this inevitable battle, the Vanguard shares Empress Caiatl’s insights into Calus’s psyche with you. Study Ikora’s notes about Osiris’s vision of hope on Neptune, and discover the possible link with the Exo Stranger’s mysterious pouka.
The Destiny 2: Lightfall Collector’s Edition is available for pre-order on the Bungie Store (EU and UK residents must purchase from eu.bungiestore.com) and includes:
- Destiny 2: Lightfall + Annual Pass
- Destiny 2: Lightfall Digital Soundtrack
- 8” Pouka Replica Figure with LED Lights and Stand
- Vanguard Lore Books
- Letter from Zavala
- Mini-Lithograph
- Vinyl Sticker
- Exclusive Collector’s Edition Emblem
- 10%-off Bungie Store discount code which can be used on a future purchase during Season of Plunder. Exclusions Apply.
