{"id":284554,"date":"2025-04-02T02:22:22","date_gmt":"2025-04-02T02:22:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=284554"},"modified":"2025-04-02T02:22:22","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T02:22:22","slug":"is-destiny-2-worth-starting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Destiny 2 worth starting?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#Is_Destiny_2_Worth_Starting\" title=\"Is Destiny 2 Worth Starting?\">Is Destiny 2 Worth Starting?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#Introduction_to_Destiny_2\" title=\"Introduction to Destiny 2\">Introduction to Destiny 2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#General_Questions\" title=\"General Questions\">General Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#Gameplay_and_Content\" title=\"Gameplay and Content\">Gameplay and Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#Community_and_Support\" title=\"Community and Support\">Community and Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#Class_and_Character\" title=\"Class and Character\">Class and Character<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/#Time_and_Commitment\" title=\"Time and Commitment\">Time and Commitment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Destiny_2_Worth_Starting\"><\/span>Is Destiny 2 Worth Starting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Destiny 2 is <strong>absolutely worth starting<\/strong>, offering an immense <strong>gaming experience<\/strong> with <strong>endless content<\/strong>, <strong>engaging gameplay<\/strong>, and a <strong>thriving community<\/strong>, making it an excellent choice for both <strong>new players<\/strong> and <strong>seasoned gamers<\/strong>. With its <strong>free-to-play<\/strong> model and <strong>consistent updates<\/strong>, <strong>Bungie<\/strong> has ensured that there&#8217;s always something <strong>new to explore<\/strong> and <strong>discover<\/strong> in the world of <strong>Destiny 2<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_Destiny_2\"><\/span>Introduction to Destiny 2<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Destiny 2 is a <strong>first-person shooter<\/strong> with <strong>MMO elements<\/strong>, set in a <strong>post-apocalyptic<\/strong> world where players take on the role of a <strong>Guardian<\/strong>, tasked with <strong>protecting the Last City<\/strong> from various <strong>alien threats<\/strong>. The game offers a <strong>rich storyline<\/strong>, <strong>stunning visuals<\/strong>, and <strong>addictive gameplay<\/strong>, making it a <strong>must-play<\/strong> for fans of the <strong>genre<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"General_Questions\"><\/span>General Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Is Destiny 2 beginner-friendly?<\/strong>: While Destiny 2 has improved in terms of guiding new players, it still doesn&#8217;t do enough to help them learn the <strong>fundamentals<\/strong> of the game, making it <strong>overwhelming<\/strong> for some <strong>new players<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is Destiny 2 worth playing without paying?<\/strong>: If you plan to stick around, it&#8217;s <strong>100% worth buying<\/strong> at least one <strong>expansion pack<\/strong>, as it unlocks a vast amount of <strong>content<\/strong> and <strong>gameplay mechanics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is Destiny 2 fun for casual players?<\/strong>: Yes, Destiny 2 is <strong>fun for casual players<\/strong>, and you don&#8217;t need to know all the <strong>ins and outs<\/strong> of the game to <strong>enjoy it<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gameplay_and_Content\"><\/span>Gameplay and Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>What should a beginner Destiny 2 player be doing?<\/strong>: Start by <strong>focusing on one character<\/strong>, <strong>completing the New Light quests<\/strong>, and <strong>getting powerful armor<\/strong> to <strong>progress<\/strong> through the game.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Where should a new player start in Destiny 2?<\/strong>: Begin with the <strong>tutorial mission<\/strong> in the <strong>Cosmodrome<\/strong> on <strong>Earth<\/strong>, which introduces you to the <strong>game&#8217;s mechanics<\/strong> and <strong>storyline<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is Destiny 2 hard to start?<\/strong>: Destiny 2 can be <strong>overwhelming<\/strong> for new players, but with <strong>patience<\/strong> and <strong>practice<\/strong>, you can <strong>master<\/strong> the game&#8217;s <strong>mechanics<\/strong> and <strong>systems<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Community_and_Support\"><\/span>Community and Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><strong>Do a lot of people still play Destiny 2?<\/strong>: Yes, Destiny 2 has a <strong>thriving community<\/strong>, with an estimated <strong>daily player count<\/strong> of over <strong>400,000 players<\/strong> and a <strong>total player base<\/strong> of over <strong>40 million players<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is it worth skipping the Destiny 2 campaign?<\/strong>: No, it&#8217;s not recommended to <strong>skip the campaign<\/strong>, as it provides <strong>valuable context<\/strong> to the game&#8217;s <strong>storyline<\/strong> and <strong>characters<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is Destiny 1 still active?<\/strong>: No, Destiny 1 is no longer <strong>supported<\/strong> with <strong>new content<\/strong> or <strong>updates<\/strong>, but its <strong>content<\/strong> is still <strong>available<\/strong> on <strong>PS4<\/strong> and <strong>Xbox One<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Class_and_Character\"><\/span>Class and Character<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li><strong>What is the best class to start with in Destiny 2?<\/strong>: The <strong>Warlock<\/strong> class is <strong>highly recommended<\/strong> for new players, as it offers a <strong>versatile<\/strong> playstyle and <strong>powerful abilities<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What is the easiest class to play solo in Destiny 2?<\/strong>: The <strong>Warlock<\/strong> class is also the <strong>easiest<\/strong> to play <strong>solo<\/strong>, thanks to its <strong>devour<\/strong> ability and <strong>void<\/strong> weapons, making it <strong>unkillable<\/strong> in <strong>normal content<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Should I play Destiny 2 alone?<\/strong>: While Destiny 2 can be <strong>enjoyed solo<\/strong>, it&#8217;s <strong>more fun<\/strong> with <strong>friends<\/strong>, as it allows for <strong>coordinated gameplay<\/strong> and <strong>social interaction<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_and_Commitment\"><\/span>Time and Commitment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"13\">\n<li><strong>Does Destiny 2 require a lot of time?<\/strong>: Yes, Destiny 2 requires a <strong>significant time commitment<\/strong>, with a <strong>completion time<\/strong> of around <strong>155 hours<\/strong> to <strong>100% complete<\/strong> the game.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is Destiny 2 good offline?<\/strong>: No, Destiny 2 is not <strong>playable offline<\/strong>, as it requires a <strong>constant internet connection<\/strong> to <strong>function<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Will there be a Destiny 3?<\/strong>: There are <strong>rumors<\/strong> of a new Destiny game, but <strong>Bungie<\/strong> has not <strong>officially announced<\/strong> any <strong>plans<\/strong> for a <strong>Destiny 3<\/strong> game, and the <strong>focus<\/strong> remains on <strong>supporting<\/strong> and <strong>expanding<\/strong> Destiny 2.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is Destiny 2 Worth Starting? Destiny 2 is absolutely worth starting, offering an immense gaming experience with endless content, engaging gameplay, and a thriving community, making it an excellent choice for both new players and seasoned gamers. With its free-to-play model and consistent updates, Bungie has ensured that there&#8217;s always something new to explore and &#8230; <a title=\"Is Destiny 2 worth starting?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/is-destiny-2-worth-starting\/\" aria-label=\"More on Is Destiny 2 worth starting?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-284554","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/284554","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=284554"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/284554\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=284554"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=284554"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=284554"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}