Destiny 2: The Witch Queen

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  1. IraTheCarnivore
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    This is Destiny at its best, the most transformative expansion this franchise has ever received far exceeding my already high expectations as a player who has been with this franchise since the very beginning, just the campaign alone is worth the asking price, do yourself a favor and play it on legendary, it is an absolute blast with some of the best storytelling I've ever experienced inThis is Destiny at its best, the most transformative expansion this franchise has ever received far exceeding my already high expectations as a player who has been with this franchise since the very beginning, just the campaign alone is worth the asking price, do yourself a favor and play it on legendary, it is an absolute blast with some of the best storytelling I've ever experienced in gaming, Destiny is going places and I highly encourage you to hop on for the ride.… Expand
  2. BennyBeaver
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Legendary campaign is fantastic. Great story. New world is immersive, great graphics.
  3. mariomario510
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    One of the best campaigns I’ve played. The campaign is 8 hours of pure story content with no filler at all. The story is put together amazingly. The weapon crafting system is also any other addition that makes the game even better, allowing you to customise your own weapons with rolls of your choice. And not to mention all the side missions + seasonal content.
  4. Rayly
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Best Destiny campaign yet. Rivals stuff like Doom Eternal. Also insane Soundtrack and nice reveal at the end with megamind
  5. Ocfos
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    This expansion solidifies the massive step-up in the narrative, which bungie has been doing ever since the launch of Beyond Light. Rivaling even the long-loved The Taken King in storytelling and gameplay, The Witch Queen takes everything to the next level, by making a lot of choice into the hands of the players.
    It continues the changes to the elemental subclasses, with Void 3.0 launching    This expansion solidifies the massive step-up in the narrative, which bungie has been doing ever since the launch of Beyond Light. Rivaling even the long-loved The Taken King in storytelling and gameplay, The Witch Queen takes everything to the next level, by making a lot of choice into the hands of the players.
    It continues the changes to the elemental subclasses, with Void 3.0 launching alongside the release. This adds the same treatment to Void for all classes, as Stasis has been having since its release over a year ago in Beyond Light.

    Every team at Bungie has knocked this one out of the park, with extremely beautiful visuals, perfectly fitting soundtracks and effects, as well as a well-written story with a lot of secrets to uncover. Even the secondary background lore to the main story, carries secrets about the game universe itself, which people have been wanting answers to for years.

    If you were disappointed by Beyond Light with the "sunsetting", I can assure you that you won't even feel it ever took place. There is a lot to do for everyone, and a lot of choices on what and how to play.

    By far my favourite expansion in a long time, even coming off of the back of FF14 Endwalker a few months ago.
    Highly recommend this masterpiece of narrative twists and revelations long awaited.    … Expand
  6. Tigerclawzzz
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    Fantastic dlc, bungie is back in form with there strong campaign design and story telling with some rich content to be explored. Keep it up bungie. This is the direction destiny needs to go and you have the player base on board
  7. ShaxxAttaxx458
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best DLC yet a week in. The campaign has a fantastic narrative with (spoiler) massive reveals including the fact that the traveler betrayed us for Savathun and Savathun cloaked us from the darkness during the collapse in order to obtain the traveler. Beyond light set the stage with us realizing the Pyramids potential and discovering the darkness, and in Witch Queen the Traveler leaves betrays us and seeds doubt in our relationship. The final cutscene (massive spoilers) gives us our first look at the witness, and although he looks like discount megamind it was genuinely terrifying.

    Gameplay wise there are tons of secrets and weapon crafting has added stupid amounts of depth and endgame potential. Their is already a 6 man activity, replayable campaigns, 2 strikes, a seasonal 3 man activity, a weekly whisper-like Calus quest, and a bunch more. The raid isnt out yet, but I would expect that to be fantastic and add even more content. Exotics are solid, new subclasses are great, all in all it is 10 out of 10.    … Expand
  8. Discordant
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    The best expansion we've had in Destiny's entire history - I'm honestly amazed. The last two expansions were lackluster, but the environments here are gorgeous and inspired, the campaign actually feels like a campaign and not a series of fetch quests or patrol zone grinds, the story seems to be approaching a critical moment, and the gameplay changes, new weapons, weapon crafting, and voidThe best expansion we've had in Destiny's entire history - I'm honestly amazed. The last two expansions were lackluster, but the environments here are gorgeous and inspired, the campaign actually feels like a campaign and not a series of fetch quests or patrol zone grinds, the story seems to be approaching a critical moment, and the gameplay changes, new weapons, weapon crafting, and void 3.0 are absolutely amazing. I can't remember the last time I saw the Destiny community united like this in universal praise (we love to complain about things).… Expand
  9. NoteOwner
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    That was best narrative destiny experience for me. Thank you, Bungie. I hope that will be a new destiny era
  10. tree420
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    This is an amazing game, the new witch queen campaign is jacked and the new legendary campaign is great for hardcore players like me. I am amazed by the way they have picked up weapons and brought them back from the dead. PVP is a much better experience now that op weapons have been nerfed though the last word remains. Pvp is going to get much better now that Bungie is giving PVP someThis is an amazing game, the new witch queen campaign is jacked and the new legendary campaign is great for hardcore players like me. I am amazed by the way they have picked up weapons and brought them back from the dead. PVP is a much better experience now that op weapons have been nerfed though the last word remains. Pvp is going to get much better now that Bungie is giving PVP some love. I can trust Bungie they have always lived up to the hype in recent times and have never fallen back on a promise, ever since the darkness of Activision destiny 2 has expanded and embraced the MMO RPG genre. now weapon crafting is so smooth and balanced it's amazing. good job Bungie… Expand
  11. FFdbutler
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Solid expansion with the addition of crafting and legendary campaign. There is a overwhelming amount of things to kill and craft. By far the best expansion that destiny has released and we are only a week in. 10/10
  12. epogue
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  13. EmeraldAlpha
    Feb 23, 2022
    10
    The best campaign experience in destiny history, legendary difficulty really allows you to feel the steaks of the story, the expanse and storytelling is massive and is a must play for anyone new or returning players.
  14. sir1usbl4ck
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    I've been playing Destiny since 2014 and have spent many hours in Destiny 2, but what Bungie has come up with here is really very well done. The best story in the Destiny universe
  15. Andydestroys
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    IMO This is the best story telling Bungie has ever done. The legendary campaign was both challenging and rewarding. I had a blast doing the whole thing with a 3 man fire team. 10/10 would recommend.
  16. darsu
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Clearly Destiny's best campaign, even better than The Taken King. It shows the love and dedication that Bungie has put, Destiny fans are more hyped than ever.
  17. MaskedThor
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Best Campaign in all of the Destiny Universe. This is a turning point for Bungie, with the new crafting system and the throne world you can get lost in this universe, while feeling rewarded. Destiny at it best, if you are a fan of the franchise, this is a must play!
  18. dallric17
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    데스티니는 매번 실망을 줬고
    쉐도우킵, 빛의저편에서 보여준 가능성은 데스티니 프랜차이즈가 이제는 몰락하고 있다는 것을 보여주고 있었다. 마녀여왕은 기대감과 불안감속에서 출시되었고, 그 결과는 7년동안 이뤄냈던것보다 단계가 올라가는 느낌까지 주게 되었다. 헤일로에서 보여줬던 겜플레이 및 스토리 구성을 드디어 데스티니 시리즈만의 것으로 만드는 것이 성공했다. 전설 캠페인은 불합리한 도전정신보다는 다크소울하고 같은 결에 익숙해지고 도전적으로 플레이어을 이끌게 해주었다. 심안 시스템을 그렇게 좋아하진 않지만 캠페인 자체에 템포는 마치 레이싱카를 타듯이 진행되었고, 로어로만 이야기를 풀면 번지는 직접적인 스토리텔링까지 이제는 선보일 수 있게 되었다. 그리워하던 테이큰킹은 이제 떠났다. 이제는    데스티니는 매번 실망을 줬고
    쉐도우킵, 빛의저편에서 보여준 가능성은 데스티니 프랜차이즈가 이제는 몰락하고 있다는 것을 보여주고 있었다. 마녀여왕은 기대감과 불안감속에서 출시되었고, 그 결과는 7년동안 이뤄냈던것보다 단계가 올라가는 느낌까지 주게 되었다. 헤일로에서 보여줬던 겜플레이 및 스토리 구성을 드디어 데스티니 시리즈만의 것으로 만드는 것이 성공했다. 전설 캠페인은 불합리한 도전정신보다는 다크소울하고 같은 결에 익숙해지고 도전적으로 플레이어을 이끌게 해주었다. 심안 시스템을 그렇게 좋아하진 않지만 캠페인 자체에 템포는 마치 레이싱카를 타듯이 진행되었고, 로어로만 이야기를 풀면 번지는 직접적인 스토리텔링까지 이제는 선보일 수 있게 되었다. 그리워하던 테이큰킹은 이제 떠났다. 이제는 마녀여왕이라는 확팩이 새로운 토대가 되어 데스티니 시리즈를 빛내줄 수 있다고 생각한다. 아직 만듬새가 부족하고 버그도 있는 부분이 있지만 데스티니는 원래 이렇지 않나    … Expand
  19. flashlite
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    I quit destiny after Beyond Light because of how painfully average it was.

    My friend ended up peer pressuring me into buying Witch Queen and I must say. The story in the Witch Queen rivals that of Halo Reach from 2010. I haven't seen story telling like this from Bungie in ANY OTHER destiny expansion. It blows the Taken King and Forsaken stories out of the water. The missions and side    I quit destiny after Beyond Light because of how painfully average it was.

    My friend ended up peer pressuring me into buying Witch Queen and I must say. The story in the Witch Queen rivals that of Halo Reach from 2010. I haven't seen story telling like this from Bungie in ANY OTHER destiny expansion. It blows the Taken King and Forsaken stories out of the water.

    The missions and side content is also FINALLY not a total drag. Everything you do has meaning and is engaging in some way.    … Expand
  20. DeadleDaryl
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    Absolutely amazing content . Feels short but when you consider the additional content besides the campaign it's really not. Crafting is well introduced, and easy to understand. A welcomed feature. It forces you to try out new guns which was the objective and not just stick to one. Additional dungeons have a raid feel to them and are longer and satisfying. All in all great new freshAbsolutely amazing content . Feels short but when you consider the additional content besides the campaign it's really not. Crafting is well introduced, and easy to understand. A welcomed feature. It forces you to try out new guns which was the objective and not just stick to one. Additional dungeons have a raid feel to them and are longer and satisfying. All in all great new fresh content . Long live destiny… Expand
  21. BrikHarville
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    One of the best expansions to date, this is an absolute refresh after a long time period off.
  22. Draskar
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    This is the first destiny 2 expansion I would recommend to everyone that likes narrative shooters, for the first time the campaign is not only challenging but has a good narrative and flashed out antagonist. The new glaives and crafting sistems are amazing and there is ton of content. -1 point because deleting paid content still sucks and I hope Bungie stops
  23. GameReviewer293
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    It had violence and guns. It’s on pc. It’s really awesome I love it. It’s on pc.

    EDIT: NOT FOR KIDS!!!! RATED T FOR TEEN!!!! STAY AWAY NINTENDO BABIES!!!!
  24. Steptrillion
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Destiny has had its' fair share of glory and disappointment. Over 2,000 hours of Destiny 2 gameplay, it has become quite difficult for the game to maintain my attention. That being said, The Witch Queen held every bit of my attention. From the beautiful set-pieces, to the fluidity of the gameplay mechanics; Destiny 2: The Witch Queen sets an entirely new standard for the game and its'Destiny has had its' fair share of glory and disappointment. Over 2,000 hours of Destiny 2 gameplay, it has become quite difficult for the game to maintain my attention. That being said, The Witch Queen held every bit of my attention. From the beautiful set-pieces, to the fluidity of the gameplay mechanics; Destiny 2: The Witch Queen sets an entirely new standard for the game and its' future content.

    I took quite a time off of Destiny 2 during the last season, and actually did not intend on getting into the game again. Sure enough, Bungie did it. They recreated the joy I felt during my first ever play through. Great Job. Great Game. See for yourself.    … Expand
  25. RiceArt3
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    realmente bueno, tanto en campaña, historia, mecánicas y muchas cosas, algo inesperado pero que sin duda es muy bueno.
  26. Guileluis
    Mar 2, 2022
    10
    Really a definitive campaign for the game, i was really worried when Bungie say that, a wonderful and astonishing narrative and gameplay that in 7 years in this game, i never felt before. The craft system, as always new, is a little annoying because you can acess and do everything you want, but that's the way it is, you have to conquer everything. The exotics is finally powerfull andReally a definitive campaign for the game, i was really worried when Bungie say that, a wonderful and astonishing narrative and gameplay that in 7 years in this game, i never felt before. The craft system, as always new, is a little annoying because you can acess and do everything you want, but that's the way it is, you have to conquer everything. The exotics is finally powerfull and interesting, the destination are beautiful and fun to play. Good job, Bungo!… Expand
  27. NeoTyro
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The amount of goosebumps I got were off the charts! Don’t get me started on the witness! He looks like Satan’s rendition of a Tellytubby. Honestly better than Taken King in my opinion.

    Great game 10/10    … Expand
  28. DyneCR
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    I didn’t think Taken King could ever be topped…but Bungie have done it. And the raid isn’t even out yet!
  29. criticdavod
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Overall great campaign, this is the best destiny has ever been hands down and I hope this is the new standard.
  30. Spartan00717
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    The best campaign Destiny has ever had. Weapon crafting is fun and there is so much post game content to unlock. The new subclass and orbs of light changes are a refreshing change for build crafting. Cant wait for the raid!
  31. Miugy
    Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Great game, havent finished it but it looks amazing.
    The hive with powers is a great addition to the game.
    Just finished it, great campaign, great story and the final boss... I came. Great final boss.
  32. Garrettnow05
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Destiny 2 the Witch queen had THE best campaign to date, the legendary(which I did on solo) was fantastic and super fun to do) The new crafting system is great and makes me feel more attached to my loot. The void 3.0 changes blew me away even more that stasis in terms of customization. Overall, I have found no gripes with this expansion and absolutely loved it.

    SPOLIER: Savathun died then came back through the light, and somehow used us to gain back her memories?! That's was     … Expand
  33. Yackchocho
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Best Destiny 2 Expansion ever. Witch Queen's campaign is one of the most incredible user experience in destiny history. Insane soundtrack and open world design. Congratulations, Bungie. You guys did it.
  34. Tijil5676
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    An emotional and amazing start and end to a story I've wanted to experience! Absolutely amazing. Though there are minor quirks, I believe bungie has started ironing things out. So far I would give this an 9.8. Every destiny player has to play this!
  35. SogeKing2399
    Mar 3, 2022
    10
    Con questa espansione bungie ha voluto dare una svolta alla narrativa e al gameplay, riuscendo a mescolarli in un mix esplosivo.
  36. Kianx
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    The its just amazingly good one of the best Dlc since forsaken
    story is engaging and fun and i cant wait for the raid ...
    the new Weapon'sand exotic are amazing i cant wait int store for us
  37. otxoa1
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    You must play this game. This expansion is The Best Destiny 2 DLC ever. This one is same as or better than Forsaken. Wow, Bungie. You are screwing my life again. Thank you
  38. NotZakariya
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    Best Destiny Campaign yet. Delivers on all the built up suspense over the last year and finally introduces the big bad of the series. The raid is beautiful!
  39. MExdave
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Bungie has knocked this one out of the park. Incredible campaign, large and content-packed new region to explore, weapon crafting is decently designed and implemented. Raid is a step up from last expansion's raid. Definitely worth the purchase price
  40. ImissMyPs2
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Long time no see a good Dlc on destiny. But witch queen show us that even in bad times things can change. And for better. Masterpiece. Main storyline is awesome
    Sidequest are great
    And everything left is fantastic
  41. pryanie
    Aug 15, 2022
    10
    Very fun legendary campaign both solo and co-op, and so is post-campaign quests like the Parasite one. New strikes are good, raid is entertaining. Glaives are great and got their place in the game. Crafting is now a thing.

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 30, 2024
    100
    The excellent story campaign, which is an audiovisual feast, can now be played on a higher difficulty level. This is challenging enough for even experienced players, but never frustrating. For those interested in getting into the raid early, it's also a welcome way to avoid a lengthy grind in the pursuit of a desired level. [Issue#318]
  2. Gamer.no
    Apr 5, 2022
    80
    I am both impressed and happy with Destiny 2: The Witch Queen. A lot of the content is very good, and there are also some moves being made that make me excited for the future of this game.
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  3. Edge Magazine
    Mar 24, 2022
    70
    This is a good expansion, a solid foundation for the next year of updates, and a lousy place for newcomers to start. [Issue#370, p.108]
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