'Don't blame yourselves' for Destiny 2's end, community lead tells players: 'No words can accurately depict how lucky we are to have shared these worlds with you'

Destiny 2's End: A Community Leader Asks Players Not to Blame Themselves

Destiny 2 has officially reached the end of its journey, with the final update now live and TWIDs (Time With Destiny) coming to a close. Fans are left reflecting on how the once-dominant live service shooter has arrived at this moment, and many are questioning what led to its decline. While some may point fingers at Sony for ending the game, others argue that the real issues lie with Bungie's management. However, one thing is clear: the blame does not rest with the players.

In response to a streamer who questioned whether they had "done enough to try and help the situation," Bungie communications lead Dylan Gafner—better known to the community as dmg04—offered a heartfelt response. "Could I do more?" Gafner asked rhetorically, as reported by GamesRadar. "You all have done more for this game and our studio than could ever be imagined, and no words can accurately depict how lucky we are to have shared these worlds with you." He urged players not to blame themselves or feel like they should have done more, emphasizing that sometimes, things simply don’t work out.

A Complex Relationship Between Bungie and the Community

Bungie's relationship with the Destiny 2 community has not always been smooth. Over the years, the studio has faced criticism from players who felt the game's direction was misaligned with their expectations. In 2017, we explained why Destiny 2 players got so angry, and while the studio has made efforts to improve, the relationship has had its ups and downs.

In 2022, Gafner addressed the growing issue of harassment against Bungie employees on Reddit, stating that persistent abuse and threats had led to "reduced communications" as the team planned future protections and strategies. This eventually resulted in the creation of the anonymized Destiny 2 Team social media account, aimed at reducing the risk of targeting individuals.

The situation continued into 2023, when Bungie took legal action against a particularly abusive player, winning a $500,000 judgment. Despite this, Gafner noted that some members of the community still harassed developers simply for working at the studio.

A Message of Gratitude and Closure

Despite these challenges, Gafner emphasized that the majority of Destiny 2 players have approached the game with respect, appreciation, and love. While there have been rough patches, the community's passion for the game has remained strong. "No matter the future, we will always have these memories," Gafner concluded, expressing gratitude for everything the players have done.

His message was one of closure and appreciation, acknowledging the shared experiences and the time spent in Destiny 2's vast worlds. As the final update goes live, players are left with a sense of both loss and gratitude, knowing that the journey they shared with the game will never be forgotten.