Destiny 2 2025 Roadmap: New Beginnings and Non-Linear Storytelling
After a long silence, Bungie has finally revealed the future plans for Destiny 2. This year, the studio announced Codename Frontiers, a new beginning for Destiny 2’s 10th anniversary. The wait is over, and the roadmap for 2025 has been unveiled.
Two New Expansions Coming in 2025
Bungie has abandoned the annual expansion model and will release two new expansions in 2025. The first expansion, codenamed Apollo, will be released in the summer of 2025, while the second expansion, codenamed Behemoth, will be released in the winter of 2025. Both expansions will introduce new stories, locations, missions, weapons, gear, raids, and dungeons.
In addition to the expansions, Bungie will release four free seasonal updates, starting with "Codename: Arsenal" in the summer of 2025 and "Codename: Surge" in the winter of 2025. Each seasonal update will include new activities, gear, artifact mods, events, and seasonal passes.
Non-Linear Storytelling in 2025
One of the most exciting news is the introduction of non-linear storytelling in the new expansions. Apollo and Behemoth will abandon the traditional one-shot campaign structure and adopt a new format, similar to Metroidvania, roguelike, and survival shooter games. The campaign structure will change with each expansion, but the complex storytelling that fans are familiar with will be maintained.
Codename Apollo: A New Multi-Year Saga
Apollo will kick off Destiny 2’s new multi-year saga, which will begin in the summer of 2025. The game director, Tyson Green, has confirmed that Apollo will be a non-linear, character-driven adventure, where players will explore and discover multiple stories. The game will feature a branching narrative, allowing players to choose their own path and explore different locations.
Episode Revenant: A Glimpse into the Future
A glimpse into the future of Destiny 2 can be seen in Episode Revenant, which will be released in the summer of 2025. The episode will feature a new location, new storylines, and new activities. The game director, Allison Luhrs, has confirmed that the episode will be a non-linear, character-driven adventure, where players will explore and discover multiple stories.
Conclusion
The future of Destiny 2 has suddenly become brighter, despite the recent layoffs at Bungie. The studio has promised to reveal more information about the game’s future, and fans are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the Destiny 2 saga.