Hold onto your Ghost shells, Guardians, because the Destiny universe might be on the brink of a seismic shift. After years of speculation and a recent drought of exciting news, a bombshell claim has emerged: Destiny 3 is reportedly in the works at Bungie. This revelation, if true, could be the beacon of hope fans have been yearning for, especially after the mixed reception of Destiny 2's recent expansions and a noticeable decline in player engagement.
But here's where it gets controversial: Is Bungie truly ready to move on from Destiny 2, or is this leak a premature glimpse into a distant future? Let’s dive into the details and unravel what this could mean for the franchise.
Destiny 2 has been navigating turbulent skies lately. The release of The Final Shape in June 2024 marked the conclusion of the decade-long Light and Darkness saga, leaving many players with a sense of closure. Naturally, fans anticipated a full-fledged Destiny 3 announcement. Instead, Bungie introduced the Edge of Fate expansion, which kicked off the new Fate saga. Unfortunately, the response has been lukewarm at best, with a significant portion of the community expressing disappointment. And this is the part most people miss: Bungie itself admitted that Edge of Fate took the game in “the wrong path,” criticizing the Power and Tier grind as a poor substitute for meaningful progression. This candid admission only fueled the growing unease among players.
Adding to the turmoil, Destiny 2 recently hit a record-low player count, sparking concerns about the franchise’s direction. For many, The Final Shape felt like the perfect conclusion to Destiny 2’s story, making the lack of a sequel announcement all the more frustrating. But now, a well-known Destiny leaker has dropped a tantalizing hint that could change everything.
Earlier today, dataminer Colony Deaks—a figure with a proven track record of accurate Destiny and Marathon leaks—posted on X that Destiny 3 is in “extremely early development” at Bungie. While this remains unconfirmed, Deaks’ credibility lends weight to the claim. According to their statement, they’ve been sitting on this information for weeks, hesitant to share it due to the project’s nascent stage. However, after another account posted similar details, they decided to go public.
Here’s the full statement from Deaks:
“Yes, Destiny 3 is in extremely early development. Some of you may have seen a tweet early this afternoon that mentioned that. We have been sitting on the info for a few weeks now and wanted to wait to talk about this seeing as it is in such an early state, and it just sucks to see others post about it carelessly for free internet points. We plan to share more info in the coming months as we wait on the larger scale things to develop and take shape. Sit tight.”
Bungie has yet to comment on these claims, and officially, the studio remains focused on Destiny 2’s Fate Saga and Year of Prophecy. As always, it’s wise to approach such leaks with caution. Projects in “extremely early development” can shift direction, undergo reboots, or even face cancellation. The Game Post has reached out to Bungie for comment and will update this story if a response is received.
If the claims are legitimate, a realistic timeline for Destiny 3’s release could be at least four to five years away, placing it around 2029 or 2030. This estimate aligns with Bungie’s recent decision to extend Destiny 2’s roadmap and State of the Game into 2026, citing the need for more time to finalize long-term plans. If Destiny 3 is indeed in the works, this delay makes more sense.
It’s also worth noting that Bungie was reportedly working on a Destiny spinoff codenamed Payback, led by veterans Luke Smith and Mark Noseworthy. However, the project was allegedly shut down in mid-June, and both leaders departed the studio around the same time. Additionally, Sony recently revealed that Destiny 2’s sales and user engagement have fallen short of expectations, resulting in a $204 million impairment against Bungie’s assets.
Here’s the controversial question: Is Bungie spreading itself too thin by juggling Destiny 2, a potential spinoff, and now Destiny 3? Or is this a calculated move to breathe new life into the franchise? Let’s not forget the elephant in the room: Destiny 2’s declining player base and the community’s yearning for a fresh start. Could Destiny 3 be the answer, or is it too little, too late?
What are your thoughts on this leak? Are you excited for a potential Destiny 3, or do you think Bungie should focus on revitalizing Destiny 2? Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to follow The Game Post for more exclusive updates and daily gaming news. Your voice matters—join the conversation and help shape the future of the Destiny franchise.
