Future of Destiny 3 and the end of Destiny 2

The gaming community was recently shocked by the news that Bungie is ending support for Destiny 2. The game’s final major update, titled "The Final Shape," is scheduled for June 9, 2026. This marks the end of an era that began with the launch of the first Destiny game in 2014. In the wake of the announcement, players have voiced their support by starting an online petition asking Sony to approve development on Destiny 3.

Petition for Destiny 3

The online petition for Destiny 3 has now gathered more than 218,000 signatures. Fans want to make it clear that there is strong demand for a sequel to Destiny 2, which could also serve as a fresh start for the franchise. Harley Casto, the petition’s creator, emphasized the desire for new adventures, innovative gameplay features, and fresh storylines.

Bungie’s internal communication and future plans

According to rumors, most Bungie staff were not aware of the decision to end support for Destiny 2 until the public announcement on May 26, 2026. This reportedly caught many people on the team off guard, especially since involved teams were still working on Destiny 2 updates, including the now-canceled Shattered Cycle expansion.

Earlier this year, the decision was made to focus on Marathon, a new Bungie project, while the studio’s financial situation remained concerning. That has raised fears of upcoming layoffs that could be significant, as Bungie now wants to allocate most of its resources to Marathon. The exact details around any layoffs and Bungie’s future remain unclear for now.

Financial considerations and challenges

Recent research shows that development costs for triple-A games like Destiny have risen dramatically. For example, reports suggest that Marathon had a budget of more than $250 million. The cost of developing a sequel like Destiny 3 would therefore also be enormous, which could push Sony to avoid taking risks in the current economic climate of the games industry. That makes the financial viability of Destiny 3 uncertain.

With these developments, it seems uncertain whether Destiny 3 will ever become a reality. Fans continue to hope, but the future of Bungie and its projects depends heavily on Marathon’s prospects and how the studio responds to its current financial challenges.