Is Destiny 2 Removing Shadowkeep?
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Destiny 2 is not removing Shadowkeep, as Bungie announced in the Destiny 2 Showcase 2022 that they will no longer remove expansion campaigns, ensuring that Shadowkeep, Beyond Light, The Witch Queen, and future expansions will always remain playable. This decision reverses their previous policy of vaulting content, which removed certain campaigns and destinations from the game, and instead, seasonal content will continue to be available throughout the current expansion year before being moved to the Destiny Content Vault.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Shadowkeep and Content Removal
- Is Shadowkeep being vaulted? No, Shadowkeep is not being vaulted, and it is still playable in the game, with Bungie committing to not removing expansion campaigns going forward.
- Will Shadowkeep be free? Shadowkeep will likely become free for a short period, possibly in 2023 or later, following the pattern of previous DLCs.
- Can you play Shadowkeep campaign in 2023? Yes, it is still possible to play through the Shadowkeep and Beyond Light campaigns in 2023 to catch up with the story.
- How long is Shadowkeep free for? Shadowkeep, Beyond Light, and The Witch Queen were free to all players until August 30, as part of a promotional offer.
- When did Shadowkeep drop? Shadowkeep was unveiled on June 6, 2019, and was released on October 1, 2019, after a brief delay.
About Content Vault and Removal
- Is Destiny 2 still removing content? While expansions will no longer be vaulted, seasonal content will still be removed from the game and moved to the Destiny Content Vault at the end of each expansion year.
- What DLCs did Destiny 2 remove? Previously, Forsaken campaign, Curse of Osiris, Warmind, and The Red War were removed and placed in the Destiny Content Vault.
- Will Destiny 2 remove DLC? Bungie has stated that they are not vaulting any more expansions going forward, but seasonal content will still be subject to removal.
- Why did Destiny 2 remove everything? The removal of content was initially due to technical reasons and to reduce the game’s size, aiming to maintain a balanced and updated experience.
About Accessing Shadowkeep and Other Campaigns
- How do I access Shadowkeep? To start the Shadowkeep campaign, players need to complete the “A Mysterious Disturbance” story mission located on the Moon.
- Do I get Shadowkeep if I buy Beyond Light? No, buying Beyond Light does not include Shadowkeep or Forsaken; these must be purchased separately.
- What does buying Shadowkeep get you? Buying Shadowkeep provides access to the Shadowkeep campaign, Pit of Heresy dungeon, and quests for Divinity, Deathbringer, and Xenophage exotic weapons.
About Future Developments and Restorations
- Will Bungie bring back Forsaken? There are no current plans to restore Forsaken or other vaulted content, but Bungie has not ruled out the possibility of reintroducing older campaigns in the future.
- Will the old Destiny 2 campaign come back? The original Red War campaign and other vaulted content may return, but there are no concrete plans for this at present.
- Is Destiny 3 in development? Currently, there is no active development on Destiny 3, with the focus remaining on Destiny 2 and its ongoing expansions and updates.