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DESTINY 2 ADDS ONSLAUGHT HORDE MODE

Mar 20, 2024 2:17 PM

Destiny 2 introduces a new horde mode called Onslaught as part of the Into the Light update, available to all players starting April 9th. This mode requires teams of three to protect war machinery from waves of enemies, aiming to survive as long as possible. Players can reinforce their defenses with weapons such as turrets, tripwires, and a Sweeper Bot that cleans up ammo and debris. The mode offers a choice of 10 or 50 waves, with the location changing after every 10 waves, adding variety and challenge as players face new enemies or bosses near Pyramid Ships. With this addition, Destiny 2 continues to build on its expansive universe, offering fresh content for its dedicated player base.

What are the new features available in Destiny 2's Onslaught mode?

In the Onslaught mode, players can deploy various defensive weapons, tackle multiple waves of enemies, and experience changing locations for strategic gameplay. Additional features such as the Sweeper Bot enhance player experience by maintaining the battlefield.

Destiny 2, developed by Bungie, is a renowned online multiplayer action role-playing first-person shooter game. Since its initial release in 2017, it has received numerous updates and expansions, with Lightfall being one of the latest significant additions to the game's storyline and content. The game features a mythic science fiction world filled with space exploration, shared-world environments, and expansive player-versus-player (PvP) and player-versus-environment (PvE) game modes. Destiny 2's ongoing evolution with modes like Onslaught exemplifies Bungie's commitment to providing an engaging and dynamic experience for its community.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-03-20 14:30:03
The new Onslaught mode in Destiny 2 sounds like a thrilling addition, offering players the chance to team up and fend off waves of enemies while strategically deploying defensive weapons. With changing locations and the Sweeper Bot feature adding a unique twist, it's great to see Bungie continuing to expand the game's universe and provide fresh content for its dedicated player base.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-03-20 14:24:02
The new Onslaught mode in Destiny 2 sounds like a thrilling addition, bringing an exciting mix of defensive tactics and changing battlegrounds for players to strategize around. It's great to see Bungie continuously expanding the game's universe and providing fresh experiences for its dedicated community.
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