Destiny: Rise of Iron

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  1. matbabiak
    Sep 21, 2016
    10
    The expansion we've all been waiting for. More content than ever, the cinematic and story are actually good for once, and the new PVP offering is addictive. Haven't done the raid yet but even a bad raid will eat enough hours to make this easily worth the money.
  2. slyseparator
    Sep 20, 2016
    10
    This expansion, with the largest ever light level increase, introduces a very entertaining spin on existing and expanded areas with tons of new upgrade options, a new year three book to fulfill and much more. I can't wait for the new raid...Basically if you ever enjoyed your time with Destiny you are going to want to get this. I threw my wallet at Bungie a long time ago, so should you.
  3. tim21
    Sep 20, 2016
    10
    Simply. This DLC makes Destiny the best FPS of the gen. By far.

    Nice gameplay, improved graphics, and a lots of contents right now, which can made you play like 500 hours non stop.

    Note: Much better with friends.
  4. Minipinas
    Sep 20, 2016
    10
    Original destiny reflected problems, but also pointed out what people could expect of the series and how easily was fall in love. Destiny features spot-on first person controls – the best a console has ever seen. Rise of Iron, as TTK before, brings more of the expected Y1 promises - a living changing world, with great storytelling in a great fantasy world. All with improved looks. amazingOriginal destiny reflected problems, but also pointed out what people could expect of the series and how easily was fall in love. Destiny features spot-on first person controls – the best a console has ever seen. Rise of Iron, as TTK before, brings more of the expected Y1 promises - a living changing world, with great storytelling in a great fantasy world. All with improved looks. amazing arsenal of weapons and a gorgeous world to explore – all wrapped in the particularly RPG trappings that fans have learned to loved for years. Gameplay? The best, as always was!… Expand
  5. sknight1213
    Sep 22, 2016
    10
    This expansion has been extremely fun for me to play along with in my clan. some are saying that there is a lack of content but the company itself has said there is much more to come. As of this review, the raid has not even come out yet and more events have already been announced. in an honest opinion, if you are picking up the collection and beginning your adventure into destiny you willThis expansion has been extremely fun for me to play along with in my clan. some are saying that there is a lack of content but the company itself has said there is much more to come. As of this review, the raid has not even come out yet and more events have already been announced. in an honest opinion, if you are picking up the collection and beginning your adventure into destiny you will have a blast.… Expand
  6. Powderbones
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    Bungie has done extremely well advancing and evolving the game not only to make it more user friendly but also more interesting in both story and character progression. PvP has never been more balanced although it still needs work on some latency and match making issues from time to time.

    Over a solid content drop from Bungie and well worth the $30. I've been playing non stop for about    Bungie has done extremely well advancing and evolving the game not only to make it more user friendly but also more interesting in both story and character progression. PvP has never been more balanced although it still needs work on some latency and match making issues from time to time.

    Over a solid content drop from Bungie and well worth the $30. I've been playing non stop for about 4 weeks since Rise of Iron dropped and there's still tons to do. As usual the soundtrack is also incredible. Can't wait for future content updates and Destiny 2 & beyond.    … Expand
  7. aphraxad
    Nov 5, 2016
    10
    I would actually give this a 7.5 or an 8, I just feel obligated to try an offset the people who can't manage their expectations or understand how a 1-10 system should work. Rise of Iron is smaller than The Taken King as was always stated, and explains why it was cheaper. Story wise, it's passable, but lacks the charm of the taken king mostly because it's missing Cayde 6. But to be fairI would actually give this a 7.5 or an 8, I just feel obligated to try an offset the people who can't manage their expectations or understand how a 1-10 system should work. Rise of Iron is smaller than The Taken King as was always stated, and explains why it was cheaper. Story wise, it's passable, but lacks the charm of the taken king mostly because it's missing Cayde 6. But to be fair if they brought back Cayde 6, the cocky humor would have gotten stale. It is not a full sized game, or a complete relaunch, it's just a DLC designed to give a little bit of extra legs to the game while we wait for Destiny 2. And that's what it does. It has a new arena mode, new pvp mode, a new social space, a new raid, new weapons, a new artifact system, new (yes, short) story, and it expands the playable world by about 20% with the addition of the Plaguelands. You know what that all adds up to? A significantly larger than industry average amount of content for a DLC package. There are low res indie games that took 5 people to make for this price with less content. Seriously people. Manage your expectations and find the things to enjoy in life.… Expand
  8. EnderGotGame
    May 10, 2017
    10
    Great Game! Added content to an already amazing start to a 10 year franchise. Story-line is getting better and this has setup Destiny 2 perfectly. With the new Age of Triumph expansion, its an exciting time to be a Destiny player.
  9. DestinyDoer
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Motion blur and motion bloom may not have been removed but this is not a bad thing at all. The bad thing about Rise of Iron is there are just reskinned things. This FPS game is enjoyable to me. There is no in-game chat but this is not a bad thing at all. There is a way you can talk to other players who may not be bots.… Expand
  10. AlvarNunez
    Sep 20, 2016
    9
    So far I'm 6 hours in and I'm flooded with awesome new content. Just finished the main story mission a bunch of new quest just opened up. New strike, new social space, new multiplayer modes, private matches, new cutscenes and great new effects in game. Such as a blizzard, bright lava and other such decorations thanks to the removal of last gen console support. The music also merits aSo far I'm 6 hours in and I'm flooded with awesome new content. Just finished the main story mission a bunch of new quest just opened up. New strike, new social space, new multiplayer modes, private matches, new cutscenes and great new effects in game. Such as a blizzard, bright lava and other such decorations thanks to the removal of last gen console support. The music also merits a mention it is super well done, probably my favorite music out of all the expansions. And we still have the raid that at this point has not gone line. Similar to WOWs cataclysm, destiny's rise of iron contains areas which have been totally destroyed. Areas that in previous expansions had not been updated in anyways. I would also like to mention that every level I have played has been very substantial. Each one has its own unique music, look and feel. Each one really inmerces In the world and lore of destiny thanks to the characters explaining everything to you as you progress the game. The surprise at the end of the story mode was also pretty cool. New exotics, weapons and armor of course. What more can you ask for? This is a great expansion for Destiny fans :)… Expand
  11. AwesomeMarine11
    Sep 20, 2016
    9
    Beautiful story, Beautiful looks, and nice lore. Only problem is the line and the fact that I did all of it without gaining much good gear. But that being said. I applaud Bungie for their story telling and music in the expansion.
  12. GeniFromDaBlock
    Sep 21, 2016
    9
    While this is a small expansion, I am very much so enjoying what has been given to us. The story of Iron Banner is deep with lore and nostalgia even though I have only played since The Taken King. No spoilers, but some of the quests are quite fun. I must say that the score for this expansion is AMAZING.
  13. ezeker
    Dec 22, 2016
    9
    Great game. Still playing it after 3 years. For me the best coop game ever. The only cons is the price of DLCs.
    I am waiting for destiny 2 because this is a good start for this francise..
  14. Skitter
    Feb 17, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This expansion nailed both the balls-to-the-walls gunfights and the spine-chilling nightmare fuel. The final mission in the campaign shows up even some horror games. You go to destroy the replication complexes, and the corpses of the Iron Lords are hanging above you. You activate the self destruct, and SIVA stops the sequence and...my...God... The Iron Lords hanging above you are actually being kept alive by SIVA. The first will call for help and then start trying to kill you, once you kill it then the other 2 do the same. It scared the crap out of me.… Expand
  15. spidermanngp
    Oct 5, 2016
    8
    Me and my primary group of Destiny pals had really been looking forward to this expansion and we've all been satisfied with the new amount of things to do. Yes, the story was disappointingly short but the new area, the Plaguelands, is very large and is easily the best location to visit in the entire game. Much better than the Dreadnaught or any other planets. The new strike is okay, newMe and my primary group of Destiny pals had really been looking forward to this expansion and we've all been satisfied with the new amount of things to do. Yes, the story was disappointingly short but the new area, the Plaguelands, is very large and is easily the best location to visit in the entire game. Much better than the Dreadnaught or any other planets. The new strike is okay, new story missions are okay, and the new raid is awesome! We had such a great time playing through that spoiler-free and overcoming the challenges. I do think $30 is a bit steep considering the amount of content, but again, the Plaguelands is awesome and a great place to run around with your friends. Even the curiously maligned Archon's Forge is a lot of fun, in my team's opinion.… Expand
  16. Age_Atomic
    Sep 21, 2016
    8
    The new campaign is great fun if a little short, and has a better story and soundtrack than anything in the DLC before it.

    I see a lot of people complaining about how short the story mission is, but there's a wealth of content that follows.

    I drop off Destiny for a long while, but Rise of Iron has dragged me back in.
  17. Akk3d1s
    Sep 20, 2016
    8
    If you rated this game in the 0-5 area, you did not play it and are just one of those average human beings suddenly hating destiny for no real reason.

    This game is fun and the new expansion adds to that factor. Story is a bit short, but at least you get a lot of other content in the form of guns, armor, lore etc. I personally play crucible more than anything else and I do enjoy the    If you rated this game in the 0-5 area, you did not play it and are just one of those average human beings suddenly hating destiny for no real reason.

    This game is fun and the new expansion adds to that factor. Story is a bit short, but at least you get a lot of other content in the form of guns, armor, lore etc.

    I personally play crucible more than anything else and I do enjoy the extra modes and added maps. This adds a whole bunch of hours that I will enjoy with the game.

    Is it worth it? Well, if its all about story for you, then probably not. But everything else, yes.    … Expand
  18. Arr0w
    Sep 20, 2016
    8
    Intro:
    Let me start off by saying this. THIS IS A EXPANSION, NOT A NEW GAME! Look, I have over 1500 hours in Destiny, (played since oct 2014) and have played Rise of Iron for over 10 hours. let me tell you, this to me is just like a fancy dinner. It looks amazing, and tastes and feels fantastic, but you get very little for the money you shell out.
    Story Rating: 7.5/10 The story in Rise    Intro:
    Let me start off by saying this. THIS IS A EXPANSION, NOT A NEW GAME! Look, I have over 1500 hours in Destiny, (played since oct 2014) and have played Rise of Iron for over 10 hours. let me tell you, this to me is just like a fancy dinner. It looks amazing, and tastes and feels fantastic, but you get very little for the money you shell out.
    Story Rating: 7.5/10
    The story in Rise of iron is amazing, besides how insanely short it is. The cut scenes where cinematic, and where filled with deep lore that never imaged Bungie could create. However, it is way to short. With only 5 missions, i felt a little sad. It was so good, and then ended with this feeling of a very, dare i say, a generic ending. So that is why I can give it a 7.5/10
    Content Rating: 8/10
    If we are talking about new guns, armor, lore, items, exotics, missions, strikes, raids (have not played *YET*) and new items, it adds alot. I mean sure its not The Taken King big but its $30 not $40. It has enough to keep the average Destiny player happy until December in my opinion. And for the money, i think it is above average. So, its a 8/10
    Conclusion:
    Destiny Rise of iron is a great addition to destiny, *HOWEVER*, Bungie had made it clear, they were not aiming it to be the size of The Taken King, and rather more like the house of wolves. In that sense, its huge. The strike is fun, the story while short, made me feel like i was in a star wars movie, and finally had alot of cool new gear, and not to mention old classic items, make the game feel refreshing, but not old. So in conclusion, if you want to get a short, fun, and sweet DLC, than buy Rise of Iron, but for people looking for a gigantic expansion, dont expect it here.

    Hope you guys liked my review, if you could tell me if it was helpful or not and i will try my best to fix any errors or update u guys later. Thanks again ;)    … Expand
  19. JoniTRIXz
    Oct 10, 2016
    8
    So it looks like I´m the only one who enjoyed the expansion. The only problem that I found is the price of it, however, it brings more content than what people believe. There are many hours to give to this game now, but people only seems to focus on the fact that it has "x" campaign quests. There is much more. Awesome historyline and cinematics as always. You´ll have a great time becomingSo it looks like I´m the only one who enjoyed the expansion. The only problem that I found is the price of it, however, it brings more content than what people believe. There are many hours to give to this game now, but people only seems to focus on the fact that it has "x" campaign quests. There is much more. Awesome historyline and cinematics as always. You´ll have a great time becoming an Iron Lord.… Expand
  20. NTB1787
    Dec 2, 2016
    8
    The short story removes some points, and the enemies are only a little different from normal Fallen, the fun new artifacts, Supermacy, and a stupendous raid give it a positive score.
  21. HaloFever
    Sep 29, 2016
    7
    Let's start with a friendly reminder that 0-1 review scores are really ridiculous. Protests are not reviews. That being said, Rise of Iron is some quality content for a DLC and if you have been keeping up with Destiny, you'll love. If you a lapsed player or a new player, don't bother. The level grind is too real.

    The good: the story missions are well done and have some real set pieces    Let's start with a friendly reminder that 0-1 review scores are really ridiculous. Protests are not reviews. That being said, Rise of Iron is some quality content for a DLC and if you have been keeping up with Destiny, you'll love. If you a lapsed player or a new player, don't bother. The level grind is too real.

    The good: the story missions are well done and have some real set pieces reminiscent of when Bungie used to make Halo. One of the NPCs even mentions how one particularly halo like mission feels familiar. The new Crucible maps look great. The new raid is fantastic and in my opinion on par with the vaunted Vault of Glass.

    The bad: the grind is too real. You need to grind, as in play the same activity over and over for hours, just to increase your level slightly. This DLC really shows the deficits of Bungie's leveling system. I don't know how a new player could ever level up enough to run the raid.

    The mediocre: most everything is recycled. The is year 3 but Bungie is re-using assets from Year 1. Some of the new content, such as the flaming armor and a collapsed cargo ship, are inspired. Most of the content looks like it could have been user generated. We get it, this is a stop gap until Destiny 2 drops next year. Regarding Crucible maps, Bungie is going full close quarter combat, even though the one hit kill shotgun meta is cancerous to the game.

    Final verdict: If you already play Destiny regularly, you already have this DLC. If not, I recommend saving your $30-60 on something you won't find a frustrating grind to nowhere.    … Expand
  22. Flashgoodall
    Sep 21, 2016
    7
    While a good expansion in so far as the extra content is concerned, I certainly can't condone the re-skinning of a main faction as the main antagonist again. Seeing as this is the last intended expansion for Destiny 1 the introduction of a new race could of been the perfect bridge to Destiny 2. A squandered opportunity on Bungie's part to add an added level of anticipation to the comingWhile a good expansion in so far as the extra content is concerned, I certainly can't condone the re-skinning of a main faction as the main antagonist again. Seeing as this is the last intended expansion for Destiny 1 the introduction of a new race could of been the perfect bridge to Destiny 2. A squandered opportunity on Bungie's part to add an added level of anticipation to the coming of the next Destiny.

    While the story is rather ho-hum high fantasy nonsense, it does at least peak your interest...But and it's a big but. The voice acting is dry, poorly timed and badly written, with some of the same corny script work that plagued the original act of Destiny Year One.

    It's worth buying if your a Destiny fan, if you're Destiny fan, you've already bought it anyways.    … Expand
  23. Phil_Panteleit
    Nov 4, 2016
    7
    Rise of Iron was my favorite expansion of them all. I thought they did a good job telling the story of the Iron Lords, although to short. I'm glad I gave this a chance.
  24. DXD
    Sep 27, 2016
    7
    shahahashaHAHASHAHAhazahahahahahajhahahahaha BEST GAME 2016 jks its not as good as TTK but if your a huge destiny fan like me you will love it, its just like year one with the return of the Gjallarhorn and the thorn the raid isnt to hard this DLC is really fun i highly recommend it
  25. Letiste-Gaming
    Oct 9, 2016
    7
    El mejor resumen que se me ocurre para definir este DLC es que es mas Destiny, ni mejor ni peor. Un DLC que ha jugado muy sobreseguro cogiendo el patrón del anterior pero con menos ambición y contenido que aquel. Si no os gusto Destiny, no creo que este descargable vaya a cambiar vuestra opinión.

    Sin embargo, de cara al aficionado, tienes aquí horas y horas gracias al reajuste de los    El mejor resumen que se me ocurre para definir este DLC es que es mas Destiny, ni mejor ni peor. Un DLC que ha jugado muy sobreseguro cogiendo el patrón del anterior pero con menos ambición y contenido que aquel. Si no os gusto Destiny, no creo que este descargable vaya a cambiar vuestra opinión.

    Sin embargo, de cara al aficionado, tienes aquí horas y horas gracias al reajuste de los asaltos, y la nueva incursión es tan espectacular que ella sola justifica la compra del título. Añádele el mejor equipamiento/looteo que se haya visto hasta ahora en el título y nos queda un buen contenido descargable, con sabor a despedida.    … Expand
  26. Lewis-Angelo
    Sep 21, 2016
    7
    es otro dlc más de lo mismo, al que le guste el juego le va a seguir gustando, cuanto más contenido mejor

    no es mi juego favorito, pero si es al que más horas le he echado en la generación, de lejos
  27. NukaWorldGuest
    Oct 9, 2016
    7
    Destiny's Rise of Iron feels like an uninspired attempt to relight the spark in fans' hearts but sadly doesn't quite get there as we wished.
    Story
    The DLC first introduces you to the iron lords, the protectors of the universe before guardians were around, you get to meet Lord Saladin the last remainer of these warriors.After that you are told of a technology discovered by then called    Destiny's Rise of Iron feels like an uninspired attempt to relight the spark in fans' hearts but sadly doesn't quite get there as we wished.
    Story
    The DLC first introduces you to the iron lords, the protectors of the universe before guardians were around, you get to meet Lord Saladin the last remainer of these warriors.After that you are told of a technology discovered by then called SIVA with can basically replicate anything in the universe, but as expected things gone wrong and they locked it in a bunker for the safety of mankind.Decades or even centuries later the fallen get their hands on this technology and you and your ghosts are assigned to a war in order to put and end to SIVA.The story is interesting and really well put together but feels unfinished and really rushed.I mean if the SIVA is this big of a threat how did I managed to defeat it in an hour and a half?This makes the story promissing but poorly executed making you feel frustraded by the end of it.
    Story Score:7.8/10
    Gameplay
    The gameplay is the same, there's no change to the shooting mechanics which is expected since this is a DLC, the one thing that really disappoints about it is that the enemies are the same, if not they are reskins of old enemies(Vex,Fallen,Hive and Cabal).Even some bosses are the exact same ones you faced previously.
    The DLC presents a new environment,The Paguelands, a snowy region in Old Russia which can was still able to impress me duo to its enormity either in crashed ships or abandoned complexes.It also cotains new gear to be acquired in story missions, strikes, raid or in its PvP mode the Crucible.Talking of which the DLC brings new maps and a new game mode similar to kill confirmed in call of duty called Supremacy.
    The story has 5 missions and lasts about an hour and a half, once you're done with it you still got a new raid, 2 new strikes and The Plaguelans to Patrol.
    Gameplay Score:6.5/10

    Veredict
    Rise of iron feels like a goodbye to this game that already lasted enough,it's promissing but unlike its predecessor won't last long and unless you are addicted to getting new gear and upgrading your equipment like me, I would recommend waiting for a sale because this surely isn't worth 30$.
    Final Score:7,1/10    … Expand
  28. Noble957
    Dec 5, 2016
    7
    Short story and no real new and fresh content was a bummer. Still Rise of Iron delivers a very satisfying raid, that is both fun and challenging, but not insanely difficult or drowned in complex boss fight mechanics. The quest to getting all of the ornaments for armor is what made the grind somewhat bearable.
  29. gdmatt
    Oct 5, 2017
    6
    Destiny: Rise of Iron is a disappointing send off to a controversial game. Packed with less content than last year's The Taken King, Rise of Iron still costs $45AU on launch.
    Rise of Iron contains a volume of content closer to The Dark Below and House of Wolves, then the original Destiny or the fantastic The Taken King.
  30. DomiNito
    Sep 20, 2016
    6
    Another expansion worth less than 30$. Rise of Iron not only disappoints, but the story is short, meaningless and lifeless. You might as well wait for Destiny 2. The new guns and gameplay is pretty good if you can get past the over hype of this expansion. Destiny has been a colossal project from the beginning and it's clear it is still in construction.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 66 Critic Reviews

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  1. BaziCenter
    Feb 10, 2017
    70
    Rise of Iron breathes new life into a game that was starting to get old. This expansion pack is filled with enough new contents and modes to keep players engaged again.
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  2. Games Master UK
    Dec 4, 2016
    74
    There's not a lot here, but it's still worth gearing up your Guardians for. [Dec 2016, p.68]
  3. Easy Allies
    Dec 1, 2016
    60
    How much you care about these stories varies, and ultimately depends on how much you’re willing to invest to get there. Like Destiny as a whole, Rise of Iron has moments of legend, sandwiched between repetitive, forgettable tasks.
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