Destiny 2's Festival of the Lost 2025: A Ghoulish Vote and Community Concerns
Destiny 2 players are gearing up for a spooky decision: voting on new Festival of the Lost armor sets inspired by iconic horror figures. Bungie's "Slashers vs. Spectres" theme pits Jason Voorhees and Ghostface against the Babadook and La Llorona, offering unique armor designs for Titans, Hunters, and Warlocks. The winning designs, revealed in a recent Bungie blog post, will be available in October. The previously unreleased Wizard armor from the 2024 event will also see a release during Episode Heresy.
The announcement, however, comes amidst growing community frustration. While the new armor is exciting, many players are expressing concern over persistent bugs and a decline in player engagement throughout Episode Revenant. Issues like broken tonics and other gameplay glitches, though largely addressed by Bungie, have contributed to a sense of disillusionment among a segment of the player base. The focus on a Halloween event still months away has further fueled this sentiment, with some players desiring more immediate attention to the game's current issues.
The "Slashers" category features Jason-inspired Titan armor, a Ghostface-themed Hunter set, and a Scarecrow Warlock design. "Spectres," on the other hand, offers a Babadook Titan, La Llorona Hunter, and a highly anticipated Slenderman Warlock set.
The community response has been mixed. While many appreciate Bungie's creative take on horror icons, the timing of the announcement, so far ahead of the event, has raised questions about the studio's priorities and its response to ongoing player concerns. The future of Destiny 2 and its ability to retain players hinges on addressing these issues alongside the exciting new content.
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