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|genre= [[First-person shooter]]<ref name="Eurogamer 5222012">[http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2012-05-22-bungies-mmo-style-sci-fi-fps-destiny-out-2013-as-an-xbox-360-next-xbox-timed-exclusive  '''Eurogamer''': ''Bungie's MMO style sci-fi FPS Destiny out 2013 as an Xbox 360, next Xbox timed exclusive'']</ref>
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'''''Destiny''''' is an upcoming massively multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed by [[Bungie]], set for release on September 9, 2014<ref name="launch"/>. Unlike typical FPS games, ''Destiny'' will feature [[Wikipedia:Role-playing game|role-playing]] elements and as such has been likened to "''[[w:c:wow:World of Warcraft|World of Warcraft]]'' in space,"<ref name="Eurogamer 5222012"/> while Bungie refers to it as a "shared world shooter."<ref>[http://au.ign.com/articles/2013/02/21/destiny-coming-to-playstation-4?abthid=512571c8f46a8b285500002d '''IGN''' -DESTINY COMING TO PLAYSTATION 4'']</ref> It has been reported that sequels will be released every two years through 2020, with downloadable "Comet" expansions released in the years between the main ''Destiny'' titles.<ref name="ign 11272012"/> ''Destiny'' is confirmed to be released for the [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 3]], [[PlayStation 4]], and [[Xbox One]].
 
'''''Destiny''''' is an upcoming massively multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed by [[Bungie]], set for release on September 9, 2014 for the [[Xbox One]], [[Xbox 360]], [[PlayStation 4]] and [[PlayStation 3]]. <ref name="launch"/>.  
 
Unlike typical FPS games, ''Destiny'' will feature [[Wikipedia:Role-playing game|role-playing]] elements and as such has been likened to "''[[w:c:wow:World of Warcraft|World of Warcraft]]'' in space,"<ref name="Eurogamer 5222012"/> while Bungie refers to it as a "shared world shooter."<ref>[http://au.ign.com/articles/2013/02/21/destiny-coming-to-playstation-4?abthid=512571c8f46a8b285500002d '''IGN''' -DESTINY COMING TO PLAYSTATION 4'']</ref> It has been reported that sequels will be released every two years through 2020, with downloadable "Comet" expansions released in the years between the main ''Destiny'' titles.<ref name="ign 11272012"/>  


==Premise==
==Premise==
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*[[Public Event]]: Optional cooperative multiplayer events that are dynamically generated in the game world. Can occur during Strikes or Exploration.
*[[Public Event]]: Optional cooperative multiplayer events that are dynamically generated in the game world. Can occur during Strikes or Exploration.


==Limited editions and expansions==
==Limited editions==
Three limited editions were announced for ''Destiny'' on July 7, 2014; the [[Destiny Ghost Edition|''Destiny'' Ghost Edition]], [[Destiny Limited Edition|''Destiny'' Limited Edition]] and ''Destiny'' Digital Guardian Edition. All three bundles were announced to ship with the [[Destiny Expansion Pass|''Destiny'' Expansion Pass]]
[[File:Destiny Ghost Edition 2.jpg|thumb|180px|right|The ''Destiny'' Ghost Edition]]
===Ghost Edition===
{{Main|Destiny Ghost Edition}}
The ''Destiny'' Ghost Edition is the second-tier physical limited edition of ''Destiny''; includes a [[Ghost]] replica, Golden Age relics, a letter, Steelbook, folio of story-based material and the [[Destiny Expansion Pass|''Destiny'' Expansion Pass]] - as well as extra digital content. 
{{Article Quote|This is your Ghost. It sought you out for centuries. It found you, dead and forgotten in the ruins of our civilization’s violent Collapse, and it brought you back to life to protect us all. Defend our home, drive back the forces of Darkness, find a way to awaken the Traveler, and Become Legend.}}


{{Main|Destiny Expansion Pass}}
[[File:Destiny Limited Edition 2.jpg|thumb|180px|right|The ''Destiny'' Limited Edition]]
===Limited Edition===
{{Main|Destiny Limited Edition}}
The ''Destiny'' Limited Edition is the first-tier physical limited edition of ''Destiny''; includes a Steelbook, folio of story-based material and the ''Destiny'' Expansion Pass - as well as extra digital content. 
{{Article Quote|Humanity has been searching the ruins of our Golden Age for Guardians – heroes capable of wielding Light as a weapon. You have just been found and given a vital mission: defend our home, drive back the forces of Darkness, find a way to awaken the Traveler, and Become Legend.}}
 
===Digital Guardian Edition===
The ''Destiny'' Digital Guardian Edition is a digital only bundle; it includes a digital copy of ''Destiny'', early access to Vanguard armory, the ''Destiny'' Expansion Pass and aforementioned digital content.
 
==Expansions and bonus content==
All three limited edition bundles were announced to ship with the [[Destiny Expansion Pass|''Destiny'' Expansion Pass]]


A [[Comet]] expansion pack for ''Destiny'' is expected to be released in 2014.<ref name="NBC News">[http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/ingame/halo-creators-working-their-destiny-787783 '''NBC News''', ''Halo creators working their Destiny'']</ref> Owners of the Playstation 4 version will receive timed exclusive content.<ref>[http://www.gamezone.com/news/2013/08/29/sony-exclusive-destiny-content-coming-to-ps4-similar-to-call-of-duty-with-xbox-one '''Gamezone.com''' ''Sony: Exclusive Destiny content coming to PS4, similar to Call of Duty with Xbox One'']</ref> The game will have different pre-order bonuses.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/7_The-Last-Mail-Sack/en/News/News?aid=11105 '''Bungie.net''', ''The Last Mail Sack'']</ref>
A [[Comet]] expansion pack for ''Destiny'' is expected to be released in 2014.<ref name="NBC News">[http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/ingame/halo-creators-working-their-destiny-787783 '''NBC News''', ''Halo creators working their Destiny'']</ref> Owners of the Playstation 4 version will receive timed exclusive content.<ref>[http://www.gamezone.com/news/2013/08/29/sony-exclusive-destiny-content-coming-to-ps4-similar-to-call-of-duty-with-xbox-one '''Gamezone.com''' ''Sony: Exclusive Destiny content coming to PS4, similar to Call of Duty with Xbox One'']</ref> The game will have different pre-order bonuses.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/7_The-Last-Mail-Sack/en/News/News?aid=11105 '''Bungie.net''', ''The Last Mail Sack'']</ref>


==Marketing==
==Marketing==
===''Destiny'' Alpha===
{{Main|Destiny Alpha}}
The ''Destiny'' Alpha, a closed ''Destiny'' alpha test accessed by signing up after E3 2014, was live between June 12 and June 15, 2014 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 platforms only.<ref>[http://playstation.greatnessawaits.com/destiny.html '''PlayStation:''' - ''PlayStation Greatness Awaits Destiny Alpha Registration and Info'']</ref>
===''Destiny'' Beta===
===''Destiny'' Beta===
{{Main|Destiny Beta}}
{{Main|Destiny Beta}}
In September 2013, Bungie announced that a ''Destiny'' Beta would be made available in Summer 2014 for those who pre-ordered the game from select retailers.<ref>[http://www.bungie.net/7_Destiny-BETA---Early-2014/en/News/News?aid=11125 '''Bungie.net''', ''Destiny BETA - Early 2014'']</ref><ref name="where to buy"/>
The ''Destiny'' Beta will be a public ''Destiny'' beta test, accessed by pre-ordering the game from selected retailers. The beta will be released on July 17, 2014 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 platforms, while Xbox One and Xbox 360 access will begin on July 23, 2014. The beta will end for all platforms on July 27, 2014. <ref name="Bungie1">[http://www.bungie.net/7_The-Destiny-Beta/en/News/News?aid=11643 '''Bungie:''' ''The Destiny Beta'']</ref><ref>[http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/11/15/destiny-beta-comes-first-to-ps3-and-ps4 '''IGN''': ''Destiny Beta Comes First to PS3 and PS4'']</ref>
 
===Alternate reality games===
====Alpha Lupi====
{{Main|Alpha Lupi}}
[http://alphalupi.bungie.net/ Alpha Lupi] is the alternate reality game (ARG) that began on February 11, 2013, to herald the announcement and reveal of Destiny. Over the course of seven days, a forum account run by Bungie released cryptic images and messages to be solved by the community prior to the Febraury 17th public release of Destiny information.
 
Final results of the ARG, once solved included an [http://alphalupi.bungie.net/images/results/eighth.mp3 mp3 track] by Marty O'Donnell as the background music and a completed image of the entire solved puzzle.


===Trailers===
==Trailers==
====Pathways Out of Darkness====
===Pathways Out of Darkness===
{{Main|Destiny ViDoc: Pathways Out of Darkness}}
{{Main|Destiny ViDoc: Pathways Out of Darkness}}
The ''Pathways Out of Darkness'' ViDoc was released February 17, 2013. It is named in reference to Bungie's earliest first-person shooter, and first commercial success, ''[[Wikipedia:Pathways Into Darkness|Pathways Into Darkness]]''.
The ''Pathways Out of Darkness'' ViDoc was released February 17, 2013. It is named in reference to Bungie's earliest first-person shooter, and first commercial success, ''[[Wikipedia:Pathways Into Darkness|Pathways Into Darkness]]''.
====PlayStation 4 Official Announcement====
===PlayStation 4 Official Announcement===
{{Main|Destiny PlayStation 4 Official Announcement}}
{{Main|Destiny PlayStation 4 Official Announcement}}
''PlayStation 4 Official Announcement'' was released February 21, 2013, detailing its release on PlayStation 4 and featuring more in-game material.
''PlayStation 4 Official Announcement'' was released February 21, 2013, detailing its release on PlayStation 4 and featuring more in-game material.
====Character Development====
===Character Development===
{{Main|Destiny Character Development}}
{{Main|Destiny Character Development}}
''Character Development'' was released March 28, 2013. It was shown in Bungie's GDC 2013 presentation. This video provides a glimpse into the character art, development, and design of Destiny -- from early sketches and concept art, to animation and in-engine 3D character models.
''Character Development'' was released March 28, 2013. It was shown in Bungie's GDC 2013 presentation. This video provides a glimpse into the character art, development, and design of Destiny -- from early sketches and concept art, to animation and in-engine 3D character models.
====The Law Of The Jungle====
===The Law Of The Jungle===
{{Main|The Law Of The Jungle}}
{{Main|The Law Of The Jungle}}
''The Law Of The Jungle'' was released May 23, 2013. The trailer shows a Guardian recalling the moment when he was first taught the most important lesson of all – The Law of the Jungle.
''The Law Of The Jungle'' was released May 23, 2013. The trailer shows a Guardian recalling the moment when he was first taught the most important lesson of all – The Law of the Jungle.
====Out Here in the Wild====
===Out Here in the Wild===
{{Main|Destiny ViDoc: Out Here in the Wild}}
{{Main|Destiny ViDoc: Out Here in the Wild}}
''Out Here in the Wild'' was the second Destiny ViDoc and was released on August 22, 2013. It is named in reference to the [[Crow|Crow's]] dialogue in the trailer.
''Out Here in the Wild'' was the second Destiny ViDoc and was released on August 22, 2013. It is named in reference to the [[Crow|Crow's]] dialogue in the trailer.
====The Devils' Lair====
===The Devils' Lair===
{{Main|The Devils' Lair}}
{{Main|The Devils' Lair}}
This gameplay trailer was released on April 28, 2014.
This gameplay trailer was released on April 28, 2014.
===Alternate reality games===
====Alpha Lupi====
{{Main|Alpha Lupi}}
[http://alphalupi.bungie.net/ Alpha Lupi] is the alternate reality game that began on February 11, 2013, to herald the announcement and reveal of Destiny. Over the course of seven days, a forum account run by Bungie released cryptic images and messages to be solved by the community prior to the Febraury 17th public release of Destiny information.
Final results of the ARG, once solved included an [http://alphalupi.bungie.net/images/results/eighth.mp3 mp3 track] by Marty O'Donnell as the background music and a completed image of the entire solved puzzle.


==Development==
==Development==
 
[[File:Destiny Awaits.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Screenshot of the ''Halo 3: ODST'' reference]]
When designing ''Destiny'', Bungie wanted to push themselves away from their ''Halo'' series. While ''Halo'' gravitated towards the "hard" side of the sci-fi spectrum, ''Destiny'' was designed to be "mythic science fiction"&mdash;a world rooted in science, but with fantastical elements. Originally it was more akin to pure fantasy, with designs for knights, swords and sorcery in a white city on a hill. However, the designers thought they were denying themselves as per their preference for science fiction, so they decided to incorporate the elements together.<ref>[http://au.ign.com/articles/2013/11/01/destiny-how-halo-got-the-star-wars-treatment '''IGN''': ''Destiny: How Halo Got The Star Wars Treatment'']</ref>
When designing ''Destiny'', Bungie wanted to push themselves away from their ''Halo'' series. While ''Halo'' gravitated towards the "hard" side of the sci-fi spectrum, ''Destiny'' was designed to be "mythic science fiction"&mdash;a world rooted in science, but with fantastical elements. Originally it was more akin to pure fantasy, with designs for knights, swords and sorcery in a white city on a hill. However, the designers thought they were denying themselves as per their preference for science fiction, so they decided to incorporate the elements together.<ref>[http://au.ign.com/articles/2013/11/01/destiny-how-halo-got-the-star-wars-treatment '''IGN''': ''Destiny: How Halo Got The Star Wars Treatment'']</ref>


The series was first alluded to by a poster in Bungie's previous game [[Halopedia:Halo 3: ODST|''Halo 3: ODST'']]. The poster showed an image of Earth and the moon, with the caption "Destiny Awaits", hinting at the spherical [[Traveler]].<ref>[[:File:Destiny Awaits.jpg|Screenshot of the reference in ''Halo 3: ODST''.]]</ref>
The series was first alluded to by a poster in Bungie's previous game [[Halopedia:Halo 3: ODST|''Halo 3: ODST'']]. The poster showed an image of the Earth and Moon (or possibly the [[Traveler]]), with the caption "Destiny Awaits".  


===Multiplayer===
===Multiplayer===

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Destiny
Destiny-boxart.jpg

Developer(s):

Bungie[1]

Publisher(s):

Activision[1]

Platform(s):

Xbox One[1]
Xbox 360[2]
PlayStation 4[1]
PlayStation 3[2]

Release date(s):

September 9, 2014[3]

Genre(s):

First-person shooter[4]

Mode(s):

Campaign
Cooperative[4]

Rating(s):

ESRB: Teen (T) for Animated Blood and Violence
PEGI: 16+

 

Destiny is an upcoming massively multiplayer first-person shooter video game developed by Bungie, set for release on September 9, 2014 for the Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3. [3].

Unlike typical FPS games, Destiny will feature role-playing elements and as such has been likened to "World of Warcraft in space,"[4] while Bungie refers to it as a "shared world shooter."[5] It has been reported that sequels will be released every two years through 2020, with downloadable "Comet" expansions released in the years between the main Destiny titles.[1]

Premise

Destiny is set in the 28th century in a post-apocalyptic setting. Humans had spread and colonized the Solar System with the help of a spherical entity known simply as "the Traveler" who reshaped planets and moons, and taught humanity new technologies and mystical powers that led to a time later called the Golden Age. An event known as "The Collapse", an attack from the Darkness, an unknown faction or entity, saw the dissolution of these colonies and left mankind on the brink of extinction. The only known survivors of the Collapse are those living on Earth, who were saved by the Traveler.[6] The Traveler hovers above the last remaining human city as a large spherical body, and its presence gives the Guardians of the City—the last defenders of the human race—the ability to wield an unknown power.[1]

Upon mankind's first attempt to repopulate and reconstruct after the Collapse, it was discovered that hostile alien races have occupied mankind's former colonies and civilizations. The player takes on the role of a Guardian of the City, and is tasked with investigating and destroying these threats before the remnants of humanity are completely wiped out.

Gameplay

Destiny includes the following game modes:

  • Story Mission: 1-3 player activities, tie in with the main arc of the campaign.
  • Strike: 3 player activities based on gathering loot.
  • Explore: General team-based exploration based on gathering of resources.
  • Raid: 6 player missions of high challenge.
  • Crucible: Player vs. player gameplay.
  • Public Event: Optional cooperative multiplayer events that are dynamically generated in the game world. Can occur during Strikes or Exploration.

Limited editions

The Destiny Ghost Edition

Ghost Edition

Main article: Destiny Ghost Edition

The Destiny Ghost Edition is the second-tier physical limited edition of Destiny; includes a Ghost replica, Golden Age relics, a letter, Steelbook, folio of story-based material and the Destiny Expansion Pass - as well as extra digital content. Template:Article Quote

The Destiny Limited Edition

Limited Edition

Main article: Destiny Limited Edition

The Destiny Limited Edition is the first-tier physical limited edition of Destiny; includes a Steelbook, folio of story-based material and the Destiny Expansion Pass - as well as extra digital content. Template:Article Quote

Digital Guardian Edition

The Destiny Digital Guardian Edition is a digital only bundle; it includes a digital copy of Destiny, early access to Vanguard armory, the Destiny Expansion Pass and aforementioned digital content.

Expansions and bonus content

All three limited edition bundles were announced to ship with the Destiny Expansion Pass

A Comet expansion pack for Destiny is expected to be released in 2014.[7] Owners of the Playstation 4 version will receive timed exclusive content.[8] The game will have different pre-order bonuses.[9]

Marketing

Destiny Alpha

Main article: Destiny Alpha

The Destiny Alpha, a closed Destiny alpha test accessed by signing up after E3 2014, was live between June 12 and June 15, 2014 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 platforms only.[10]

Destiny Beta

Main article: Destiny Beta

The Destiny Beta will be a public Destiny beta test, accessed by pre-ordering the game from selected retailers. The beta will be released on July 17, 2014 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 platforms, while Xbox One and Xbox 360 access will begin on July 23, 2014. The beta will end for all platforms on July 27, 2014. [11][12]

Alternate reality games

Alpha Lupi

Main article: Alpha Lupi

Alpha Lupi is the alternate reality game (ARG) that began on February 11, 2013, to herald the announcement and reveal of Destiny. Over the course of seven days, a forum account run by Bungie released cryptic images and messages to be solved by the community prior to the Febraury 17th public release of Destiny information.

Final results of the ARG, once solved included an mp3 track by Marty O'Donnell as the background music and a completed image of the entire solved puzzle.

Trailers

Pathways Out of Darkness

Main article: Destiny ViDoc: Pathways Out of Darkness

The Pathways Out of Darkness ViDoc was released February 17, 2013. It is named in reference to Bungie's earliest first-person shooter, and first commercial success, Pathways Into Darkness.

PlayStation 4 Official Announcement

Main article: Destiny PlayStation 4 Official Announcement

PlayStation 4 Official Announcement was released February 21, 2013, detailing its release on PlayStation 4 and featuring more in-game material.

Character Development

Main article: Destiny Character Development

Character Development was released March 28, 2013. It was shown in Bungie's GDC 2013 presentation. This video provides a glimpse into the character art, development, and design of Destiny -- from early sketches and concept art, to animation and in-engine 3D character models.

The Law Of The Jungle

Main article: The Law Of The Jungle

The Law Of The Jungle was released May 23, 2013. The trailer shows a Guardian recalling the moment when he was first taught the most important lesson of all – The Law of the Jungle.

Out Here in the Wild

Main article: Destiny ViDoc: Out Here in the Wild

Out Here in the Wild was the second Destiny ViDoc and was released on August 22, 2013. It is named in reference to the Crow's dialogue in the trailer.

The Devils' Lair

Main article: The Devils' Lair

This gameplay trailer was released on April 28, 2014.

Development

Screenshot of the Halo 3: ODST reference

When designing Destiny, Bungie wanted to push themselves away from their Halo series. While Halo gravitated towards the "hard" side of the sci-fi spectrum, Destiny was designed to be "mythic science fiction"—a world rooted in science, but with fantastical elements. Originally it was more akin to pure fantasy, with designs for knights, swords and sorcery in a white city on a hill. However, the designers thought they were denying themselves as per their preference for science fiction, so they decided to incorporate the elements together.[13]

The series was first alluded to by a poster in Bungie's previous game Halo 3: ODST. The poster showed an image of the Earth and Moon (or possibly the Traveler), with the caption "Destiny Awaits".

Multiplayer

There will be online matchmaking as confirmed by Bungie in the Mail Sack. [14]

Awards

Year Award Image Result
2014 Most Anticipated Shooter Game by IGN readers Most Anticipated game2014.jpg Won

Gallery

Concept art

Pre-Alpha

Renders

External links

References

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