Destiny

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  1. LVCritic
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    I know this game was hyped like crazy. But there are only a few FPS games that will always come back to me once in a while and remind me of time periods in my life that I just cant forget. James Bond Goldeneye N64 and the Halo series are it and its not COD or BF series that's a yearly thing like madden does nothing for me. I can easily say that the open environment on planets are awesome.I know this game was hyped like crazy. But there are only a few FPS games that will always come back to me once in a while and remind me of time periods in my life that I just cant forget. James Bond Goldeneye N64 and the Halo series are it and its not COD or BF series that's a yearly thing like madden does nothing for me. I can easily say that the open environment on planets are awesome. let me explain... a base out in the distance..I get off my ride pull out my sniper rifle and pick out the toughest guy out of the bunch and take him out.... the others scatter looking to hide and they do a very well job of that too...I start flanking.. they notice and regroup...fight continues on or can go all guns out too but its a harder fight that way. Its borderlands and Diablo 3 item collecting added to it and it works well. love the super moves and no one mentioned the perks to your jumps, and grenades, guns with perks you unlock the more you use that gun and much much more. I love the planets each one is very memorable takes you there and draws you into the fantasy setting. I hate nothing more then a level or location that ruins the game this game doesn't do that at all. yes its not perfect cause nothing can be perfect. But from what I played its one of the best FPS I have ever had the privilege of playing. plays like Halo and that's a good thing with light MMO elements tacked on and it works in its favor. sorry cant spell for the life of me hope you understand this.… Expand
  2. Lamigol10
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Amazing game .. ignore the idiots on here who would have you believe that Destiny is anything but !! Yes it is a matter of opinion, unfortunately people prefer to crave attention by makung out that they're gaming gods and wouldn't be seen dead playing Destiny when everyone knows that some s**t (insert game ) from the 80's was far superior. Anyway .. Destiny is brilliant if you like FPSAmazing game .. ignore the idiots on here who would have you believe that Destiny is anything but !! Yes it is a matter of opinion, unfortunately people prefer to crave attention by makung out that they're gaming gods and wouldn't be seen dead playing Destiny when everyone knows that some s**t (insert game ) from the 80's was far superior. Anyway .. Destiny is brilliant if you like FPS set in a sci fi world with good enemies, weapons, great environments etc... Buy it .. you will not be disappointed !! Oh .. and the kids marking it down,grow up .. I bet you're still playing it ?… Expand
  3. XxpyrosmilexX
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    Is this the game everyone was hoping for? No. But is it a bad game? I'm here to tell you that it is very far from it! But first, let me clear something for the people who had no idea what this game would be before release. Destiny is an Action-Adventure First Person RPG and nothing more. It has MMO elements, but it's not an MMO. So the negative reviews from most people are invalid. So whyIs this the game everyone was hoping for? No. But is it a bad game? I'm here to tell you that it is very far from it! But first, let me clear something for the people who had no idea what this game would be before release. Destiny is an Action-Adventure First Person RPG and nothing more. It has MMO elements, but it's not an MMO. So the negative reviews from most people are invalid. So why should you buy this game? Well if you're into finding loot, getting rewards, playing online Co-OP with friends and playing Online competitive multiplayer for hours upon hours, then go and buy this game. Destiny is great playing alone, but even better when you have 1-4 friends in your fireteam! As for the story, it is a little hidden, but once you get more into it, it's gets really good. Not great, but good. All these negative reviews are just people that are pissed about how "this game isn't even an MMO", but never even read about the game before it's release. Should you get destiny? Yes. Is there a reason for you not to get it? I can't really think of any. Is this game perfect? No, but it's awesome!… Expand
  4. glypheye
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    I"m giving this game a 9/10. I understand all the comments out there regarding the game being, in a way, "soulless" and "repetitive". If it had the heart, humor and chutzpah of Borderlands 2, then I would give it a 10. But, it doesn't. Even so, the game is beautiful...the FPS mechanics are nice and juicy....the gun handling is brisk and artful...the enemies are cool to look at...andI"m giving this game a 9/10. I understand all the comments out there regarding the game being, in a way, "soulless" and "repetitive". If it had the heart, humor and chutzpah of Borderlands 2, then I would give it a 10. But, it doesn't. Even so, the game is beautiful...the FPS mechanics are nice and juicy....the gun handling is brisk and artful...the enemies are cool to look at...and then kill :) The bottom line is...since the game came out...I haven't played BF4 once (my favorite game of all time)......i.e, the bottom line is...I'm having ball with Destiny. And, I have the feeling that there's plenty of content waiting to be dished up in the future....so, I'm totally happy. Well worth the money I spent on it.… Expand
  5. Ragnellrok
    May 21, 2015
    9
    So after man bugs and glitches and issues with overall game flow, the base game and the first dlc left much to be desired. However, they recently fixed most of the issues with upgrading gear, making use of the original sets of gear, and have added more endgame content. I'm not saying it's perfect, or that it's amazing, but the game has definitely improved and is worth returning to for theSo after man bugs and glitches and issues with overall game flow, the base game and the first dlc left much to be desired. However, they recently fixed most of the issues with upgrading gear, making use of the original sets of gear, and have added more endgame content. I'm not saying it's perfect, or that it's amazing, but the game has definitely improved and is worth returning to for the House of Wolves expansion. This game isn't the best, but it's definitely not the worst.… Expand
  6. Surgery
    Jan 15, 2016
    9
    Simply put, there is no game on the market that comes anywhere close to what Destiny does. As a game design enthusiast, I feel they just got so much right in this title.

    - The three weapon load out is a golden triangle. Switching between primary, secondary and heavy weapons in pitched battles feels clutch. You have options, but not too many. The power level for each feels highly    Simply put, there is no game on the market that comes anywhere close to what Destiny does. As a game design enthusiast, I feel they just got so much right in this title.

    - The three weapon load out is a golden triangle. Switching between primary, secondary and heavy weapons in pitched battles feels clutch. You have options, but not too many. The power level for each feels highly appropriate. The available combinations to experiment with are numerous. They pioneered this tight + controlled weapon loadout concept in the original Halo and the design language remains strong in Destiny.

    - To continue with the point above, the gameplay and pace for an FPS feels perfect to me. Having the gunfighting component complimented with melee, grenades, and super we see that another golden triangle emerges. Tying stats to these skills was smart. Most all of they make your guardian truly feel *powerful* and unique. The RPG component of this game really has merit and doesn't detract from the FPS elements in the slightest. The skill trees remain fairly balanced between and among classes.

    - While the story was definitely...lacking in plot and exposition, the level + world design has been consistently spot on. Every area feels textured, detailed and respectively thought out. So many beautiful vistas. Travelling through the world on your sparrow can be a pure joy - providing a welcome break from the fettered pace of combat. Another beautiful and under-appreciated design feature.

    - The sound design in this game is the best I've ever come across. No title matches Destiny my honest, humble opinion when it comes to sound effects. Certain exotics are just sound addictive. Sparrows sound amazing. The hugely varied enemies all have amazing triggered sounds upon death and it compliments the FPS mechanics perfectly. You just want to keep popping off enemies.

    - They finally added meaningful multiplayer to an FPS. Competitive PvP is great and all, but what really makes Destiny sweet is the strikes and raids. These are the bread and butter of Destiny and really what make it stand apart from other games on the market. I've been a huge proponent of cooperative gameplay ever since Halo 1 truly pioneered split-screen play. Playing with other humans against AI just makes it so much more involving and fun, it's hard to put a finger on it. The loot from these activities is a huge draw that keeps you coming back for more, reminds me very much of Diablo 2. Completing your first raid feels like a huge accomplishment in teamwork. The feeling is really only matched by a handful of MMORPGs. Bungie deserves all the credit in the world for bringing this not only to FPS players, but to console users as well.

    - The lore is captivating and the entire premise of the world is highly alluring. I love how this is a science fiction title based in our own solar system, not some randomly named star-system we could care less about. The combination of familiarity and wonder really comes together for a backdrop that is truly unmatched for the vast majority of game titles. This is a game I willingly invest myself in because it's just so damn cool. Coolest game I've played in the last decade. This is obviously a highly subjective opinion but I just had to say it.    … Expand
  7. theendofus
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Destiny is a game that takes the tried and true mechanics of the Halo franchise, and mixes in some light role-playing elements. It takes place in our solar system several hundred years in the future after mankind has expanded its influence to Mars and other nearby planets. the telling of the story leaves some ambiguity about what is exactly going on, but it's pretty interesting, familiarDestiny is a game that takes the tried and true mechanics of the Halo franchise, and mixes in some light role-playing elements. It takes place in our solar system several hundred years in the future after mankind has expanded its influence to Mars and other nearby planets. the telling of the story leaves some ambiguity about what is exactly going on, but it's pretty interesting, familiar and unique. The dialogue in the game in a little bland, but also inoffensive. The game play has rock solid controls and it feels like a Halo game. The graphics are impressive while not groundbreaking, but the game runs at a steady clip and I've notice no technical problems with it's performance. You have a very limited set of options creating a character before you begin the game allowing you to choose one of three classes, races, and a few options to customize your look. Once you start playing your character grows stronger as you play gaining better equipment as rewards for completeing quests. The most impressive aspect of Destiny in my opinion is is co-operative features that allow you to team up with friends or strangers organically in the game world. Play this with your friends or meet some new ones.… Expand
  8. Badger_U
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    As someone who rarely enjoys multiplayer shooters this game is fantastic. Bungie's blend of Halo, Diablo, Borderlands, and MMO strikes the perfect balance. The story is not particularly strong, but I do care about the world I'm trying to save. The lore is interesting, enemy types unique, and the atmosphere is phenomenal. As a musician I am really digging the soundtrack as well.

    Overall    As someone who rarely enjoys multiplayer shooters this game is fantastic. Bungie's blend of Halo, Diablo, Borderlands, and MMO strikes the perfect balance. The story is not particularly strong, but I do care about the world I'm trying to save. The lore is interesting, enemy types unique, and the atmosphere is phenomenal. As a musician I am really digging the soundtrack as well.

    Overall this game highlights the best of AAA gaming, a highly polished shooter that has continued to keep my interest through 20 hours of play.    … Expand
  9. steveb78
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    This is a very fun game. Great controls graphics are fine and the Co op is great. I just wish it had couch Co op so my wife and I could play together.
  10. owen445x
    Nov 17, 2014
    9
    I love this game and for me to say that is pretty rare. I literally cant wait to get off work so I can play this some more. Halo and borderlands with a dash of wow in one game. The graphics are amazing on the PS4 and the open world parts are really well done. I like how the bounties are your dailies keep you going from one world to another so you don't grind the easiest places which wouldI love this game and for me to say that is pretty rare. I literally cant wait to get off work so I can play this some more. Halo and borderlands with a dash of wow in one game. The graphics are amazing on the PS4 and the open world parts are really well done. I like how the bounties are your dailies keep you going from one world to another so you don't grind the easiest places which would make the game very boring. The weapons are awesome and the challenges like the weekly nightfall are pretty intense with my friends. We keep going in order to level up our armor and weapons so we can try and get into the raid which would be awesome since it's something we have to work toward instead of just spoon fed to us like most games. Only reason why I don't give it a solid ten is that the strike missions (dungeons) are a big part of the leveling experience and yet they have only 6. They should have released 2 for each planet instead of only 1 for earth and the moon.… Expand
  11. truereview1
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    level 8 already. so far i have played all the modes and enjoy it quite a bit. you definitely lose time playing it. I think the the lack of chat amongst non fireteams is pretty dumb. but maybe it will get patched.
  12. Cilvyenn
    Oct 3, 2014
    9
    Let me start by saying I absolutely love Destiny and am completely addicted to it! I believe it's a cross between Halo, Borderlands, and Call of Duty in some aspects but also believe it is it's own game and very unique. I have played this game every single day since release and find myself thinking about this game when I'm not playing or on the mobile app looking at stats or information.Let me start by saying I absolutely love Destiny and am completely addicted to it! I believe it's a cross between Halo, Borderlands, and Call of Duty in some aspects but also believe it is it's own game and very unique. I have played this game every single day since release and find myself thinking about this game when I'm not playing or on the mobile app looking at stats or information. Here is a list and detailed explanation of the pros and cons.

    Pros

    The gameplay and combat are superb and the best I've ever seen, from the sounds of the weapons shooting and reloading to the bodies flying a la ragdall style! It is a very satisfying feeling getting a headshot on "The Fallen" (AI you're fighting against)! Every gun looks, feels, and shoots in it's own unique style. You can throw a grenade into a mob full of enemies and watch the bodies fly. Each body shot you do has a different effect on your enemies, shoot them in the leg, they slowly try to get away. PVP is a great example of gameplay and combat because most players will have different weapons and each player uses them differently. I personally recommend hand cannons because of the power with each shot and the feeling of 1 click headshots but someone else may prefer a fully automatic assault rifle using spray & pray. You really "feel" it when you shoot enemies or other players and it just feels right. This is where Destiny is awesome is the combat and weapon system.

    The graphis aren't the best I've ever seen but still look impressive on the PS4 to say the least. I have stopped during gameplay just to awe at the landscape because it really looks great. You can see the sun go down and the rays shine through trees and you can forget you are in the middle of a fight with the Fallen. Other characters look really nice, even when you get close up, the textures do not lose their crisp look. This game is somewhat open world but it does still somehow feel kind of "closed" off. You can go almost anywhere but the landscape in the far off distance is not reachable, at least not yet.

    Music - The music in Destiny is worthy to take note of. Many of the boss fights become even more epic because of the music that is being played. It really immerses you in the moment and I think it even hightens the situation that much more. The soundtrack is out and getting great reviews already.

    I know this game has gotten a lot of negative reviews and many feel it was all hype and didn't deliver. I gave this a 9 and not a 10 because of how much I'm addicted to this game and it's been a long time since I've been this hooked on something. The story is not so great, the story of this game is definetley incomplete and many have been upset about that. I have also been pretty upset about the loot system considering I had successfully completed over 50+ strikes (at about 30+ minutes each) and always came in first place with my amount of kills/assists and etc. and never once won a legendary item. I continued to remain patient and finally started getting legendary and exotic items and now that I'm level 28, I have 4 exotics and full legendary gear/weapons. It will happen, you WILL get great gear but there is no rhyme or reason to it, it is all random no matter how well you perform.

    The stories and loot system I beleive or the negative points of this game and the reason I dropped it to a 9 out of possible 10. But the gameplay, music, sounds, graphics, and the POSSIBILITY of getting awesome gear keeps me coming back. I hate this game so much I love it! They got it wrong on some major areas but got it right on some major areas. I play this game because I'm finally getting all this great gear and my character looks bad ass, I can play with my friends and we have a blast in strikes and PVP.

    My advice:

    If you have played an MMO where you have grinded the same mobs and maps over and over and over and over to get good gear and you still enjoyed it, get this game!

    If you do NOT like playing game that are a grind with the same levels and mobs over and over and over, do NOT get this game!    … Expand
  13. antispectacle
    Oct 3, 2014
    9
    Fantastic Bungie gameplay, beautiful world, art, music and user interface. Felt a bit grindy until I got into the swing of things, and I'd like to see more diversity in PvP, though I suspect that will change as I level up.
  14. jlol13
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    Oh wow, the hate that this game is generating is legendary...If you don't like a game, it doesn't mean that it's automatically scored a 0/10 kids! The negative reviews are probably from people who don't even own the game; trolls come out from under the bridge for these kinds of releases.

    The most common complaint I see is "boring, grind-fest, you do the same thing over and over." What    Oh wow, the hate that this game is generating is legendary...If you don't like a game, it doesn't mean that it's automatically scored a 0/10 kids! The negative reviews are probably from people who don't even own the game; trolls come out from under the bridge for these kinds of releases.

    The most common complaint I see is "boring, grind-fest, you do the same thing over and over." What were you people expecting? Mini-games? Every FPS on the market is repetitive, almost every single game is repetitive. Mechanics are in place, settings that allow you to play the game with those mechanics are in place. You don't play the same level over and over; the levels take place on planets which are each one giant map. You can play the story/strike missions, where you are led through certain areas of the map and certain enemies will be present, or, you can play the free-roam map where you can explore the whole planet while doing side missions.

    The multiplayer aspect of this game is perfectly integrated. So, here's something people thought was going to happen; "You arrive on Planet A and everyone who is playing Destiny on Planet A is there with you." This wouldn't work with an MMOFPS; yeah idiots, it isn't an MMORPG because an FPS can never be an RPG! The population is split into separate servers for each instance so there aren't more players than there are enemies!

    Destiny is a great game. It is a fun FPS, with plenty of RPG elements, set in a MMO environment. Before I hit level five I was in a party with two other people (strangers) doing missions together, coordinating against the mobs with voice chat. But, the trolls said that the game is easy, right? Well, games have this thing called "difficulty" where you can choose normal or hard, so by playing some missions on hard, we needed to be on the same page and we were! Wow.

    It's so strange when so many people 'claim' to have experienced a game that is completely separate from the one I'm experiencing...the one that the people I've played with are experiencing. There are so many people on the internet who seem compelled to unleash their self-loathing, tortured souls onto the accomplishments of others. The same is true here, the press will give people out there a real look at the successes and flaws of Destiny; and I predict the average score will be in the high 8 to low 9 out of 10 range.

    The people who reviewed the game and gave it such low scores couldn't have even gotten 1/4 of the way through the content. (Yeah, level cap is 20; but there are multiple end game raids that will take a long time for people to finish). My score is based on the content I've seen, (up to level 10) combined with my evaluation of the systems in place. Borderlands meets Halo in a persistent world (style of gameplay). Graphics are very good (For a PS4 game). The multiplayer component is easy to use and is very important when completing the end-game content or any content, because cooperative and competitive MP is fun... (Really people, did you expect Bungie to create a virtual-world FPS for you to waste your real life on? ITS A GOOD GAME, so go play a different 'repetitive grindfest' if you don't like it.)

    P.S. I am mostly a PC gamer, and I haven't played a Bungie game since Halo 2; so I'm not a fanboy or anything like that. This is my actual opinion of the game, which I'm guessing over 200 people (at the time I'm writing this) can't honestly say.    … Expand
  15. insloanwetrust
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    Destiny is a very good space adventure. It's got really solid FPS gameplay. It's also got loot and who doesn't love finding loot to get better weapons and armor? There are also perks for one of your three classes ( They are Hunter, Warlock and Titan ) and each class also has a sub class. So you could spend many hours fully upgrading three guardians to the max level of 30, get all theirDestiny is a very good space adventure. It's got really solid FPS gameplay. It's also got loot and who doesn't love finding loot to get better weapons and armor? There are also perks for one of your three classes ( They are Hunter, Warlock and Titan ) and each class also has a sub class. So you could spend many hours fully upgrading three guardians to the max level of 30, get all their perks in their class and in their sub classes and find them legendary weapons and armor. You can do this through the single player story, The online MP which is either 3 v 3 or 6 v 6 and in other modes like Strikes,raids and patrols. There is a lot of content and the gameplay is solid and the loot finding is addictive. Now it's not all great as the story is Destiny isn't really there. You are thrown in and you don't have much of an idea to what is going on, why things are happening or why you are doing what you're doing. It's strength and focus is on gameplay for sure. It also looks really good from a graphics and a design point. It can be described as a FPS/RPG with MMO elements. Even a Halo meets Borderlands. It's a game worth picking up if you're into space adventure, online or offline FPS games or loot finding and leveling up games. Anyone who says this game is a 0/10 or anything below a 6 really are just ignorant of the fact that this game is a really good solid game with a lot of content, addiction value and it's fun. Ignore the haters.… Expand
  16. rudraksh
    Mar 19, 2015
    9
    Destiny is now my favorite game. It is also, in my opinion, the best new multiplayer available. The reason I don't give this a 10 is because all the content is still not in place. However, you will know this is a new vast universe you are getting in. Destiny is fun, it's immersive, it's cooperative, and in order to truly excel in this game you will need to embrace teamwork, which alsoDestiny is now my favorite game. It is also, in my opinion, the best new multiplayer available. The reason I don't give this a 10 is because all the content is still not in place. However, you will know this is a new vast universe you are getting in. Destiny is fun, it's immersive, it's cooperative, and in order to truly excel in this game you will need to embrace teamwork, which also makes this truly interactive. What more can you ask from a game!

    There are some bugs, glitches, and exploits. However, I appreciate the way Bungie is working on these, communicating, and fixing these with the gaming community. All points to Bungie on this.

    When you get into Destiny, and if you stay with this game for a while, I doubt you can easily put this game aside for a long time- expansions and sequels.

    The best things about Destiny are:
    1. The iron banner multiplayer event.
    2. The raids.
    3. The overall content.
    4. Nightfall strikes.
    5. XUR
    6. Guns.
    7. The joy on dancing with your team or solo.
    8. Grinding - yes, grinding is not bad as you multiple choices on how you grind. -so choose your fun thing and grind away.
    9. The soundtrack.
    10. (Not the least) the multiplayer mechanics - probably the best in the market.

    The only flaw or negative comment on my part will be that the release of content is pretty slow. If we had a bit more content available now rather than waiting for the next Dlc, more people will resist switching to alternate games that release in the gaps between the DLCs.

    This game certainly stands out and ahead of the crowd.    … Expand
  17. SIPPIO
    Oct 25, 2016
    9
    HONEST REVIEW FROM A NEUTRAL ALL CONSOLE OWNING GAMER..

    ***TWO THINGS*** ~~1~ THE GAME is awesome and has the BEST control in any shooter game ever.. and ive been gaming since early 90's... ~~2~ THE COMPANY IS EVIL~ (Bungie) ~And this is a big deal..That story of Bungie ripping off and trying to silence the composer/music director for Bungie is ALL TRUE..And it horrified    HONEST REVIEW FROM A NEUTRAL ALL CONSOLE OWNING GAMER..

    ***TWO THINGS***

    ~~1~ THE GAME is awesome and has the BEST control in any shooter game ever.. and ive been gaming since early 90's...

    ~~2~ THE COMPANY IS EVIL~ (Bungie)
    ~And this is a big deal..That story of Bungie ripping off and trying to silence the composer/music director for Bungie is ALL TRUE..And it horrified me...Don't downplay this story my fellow gamers...
    because Bungie not only fired the guy, but they kept ALL HIS STOCK IN THE COMPANY. We are talking about 80 Million dollars in stock or whatever the amount was...
    *He destroyed Bungie in court and Bungie got yelled at by the Judge for using pathetic Tactics in the courtroom to make it appear like they achieved even a small victory...ALL OF THIS IS 100% TRUE AND CAN EASILLY BE GOOGLED...
    ~So yeah,,i can ignore Bungie and pretend they are the good ole boys from Halo 1 + 2 and the VICTIMS of Microsoft and they finally got independence. but all the rumours were TRUE about THIS GAME, DESTINY getting nerfed and broken up into pieces...

    ~~This story was gutted and this is another huuuge story and the reason the score is 78 or 79 instead of the 97 or 98 It woulda shoulda gotten had the game not been cut by 75%..
    YES 75% IS MISSING...

    ***GREED WON THE DAY AND Bungie reputation took a Hillary style hit...
    **I recently returned to Destiny after I bought the newest dumb expansion for $40 bucks..(lame)

    **and I was amazed at the control and shooting mechanics...In the eyar off I took, I played Metal gear Solid V for 6 months str8, and I played FARCRY 4,,FARCRY PRIMAL(garbage) and The Division..And both these games are mediocre with guns and control compaired ot DESTINY...
    I cant say this enough...But the company is really bad and the rumors I heard about missing content is I suspect TRUE..and that means Bungie is a slave to Activision..Thats the price of theyre freedom from Microsoft...
    ***Had DESTINY been made by Bungie under Microsoft = we woulda had Game of the year and a legend along the Lines of Halo 1 +2....Activision + Bungie allowed Greed to take control and that sound guy is a eff'n Hero....Bungie/Activision DESTROYED his reputation like Hillary did the women Bill Clinton fed D*** too....This man is a hero who yes wanted his money,,but the reason Bungie fired him was because he took a stand and stood up to activision........EVERYONE WHO IS A GAMER MUST READ THAT STORY....    … Expand
  18. B4LLS_OF_SK1LL
    Oct 25, 2014
    9
    I am a PC GAMER. But I also have a PS3, well, I'm in love with this game. Graphics are pretty decent for a PS3 version. I think the story is something immersive as well. I like the whole looting thing BORDERLANDS style + VINDICTUS + HALO + Mass effect style. Off course, the only thing which brings me down a little bit is that you have to be online all the time, Sometimes I need to go to myI am a PC GAMER. But I also have a PS3, well, I'm in love with this game. Graphics are pretty decent for a PS3 version. I think the story is something immersive as well. I like the whole looting thing BORDERLANDS style + VINDICTUS + HALO + Mass effect style. Off course, the only thing which brings me down a little bit is that you have to be online all the time, Sometimes I need to go to my MOTHER IN LAW farm that is in the woods, and there's no internet over there. So I can't play.
    Storywise this game is very immersive, gameplay is cool. I'm having tons of fun with this. Despite there's no blood spill and things like that. I'm in love so far. Atmosphere - 8.5 (playing on PS3 doesn't help much but is acceptable) Graphics= for PS3 I'll give 9 Gameplay 8 it's nice, it is not a golden joystick gameplay but its pretty decent.    … Expand
  19. jrob23
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    If you went out an purchased the World of Warcraft warchest and leveled as far as you can go and then complained about repetition and lack of content even though there are several more games/expansions to be had...then you'd sound like all the negative reviewers out there. This is just the tip of the iceberg as far as content. Do these morons really think there won't be additional planets,If you went out an purchased the World of Warcraft warchest and leveled as far as you can go and then complained about repetition and lack of content even though there are several more games/expansions to be had...then you'd sound like all the negative reviewers out there. This is just the tip of the iceberg as far as content. Do these morons really think there won't be additional planets, galaxies, classes, stories? The game is silky smooth, it's gorgeous, challenging, and rewarding when you beat bosses.

    I suppose it's the cool thing to hate what is popular in the nerd community. Anything cool has to be 'theirs' and undiscovered by the masses. Don't listen to them. This is as good as any Halo but with better visuals. So if you like Halo give it a try...unless you are an xbot who will hate it simply because it's multi-plat    … Expand
  20. EdenChi
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Destiny is a game really well. I love pvp I find it better than Halo even though I am a fan of Halo . Halo license is for me finished, I replaced by Destiny .

    However, the scores attributed to Destiny are quite wrong as Watch Dogs I made scammed by marketing. There I had no surprises, it was exactly the game I expected.

    Positive:
    - Really balanced PvP (level 2 finish first and I had the grenade on me 22/9 ) and the gameplay is very dynamic
    - PvE ( dungeon , etc.) is short but mostly for multiplayer gaming or with her friends.
    - Communication is very well done, you do not expect players to insult you . And when a friend joins you expect vs directly , it's a real positive.
    - The life span is the longest of all fps
    - Interface and I ergonomist is made ​​with respect to the mojorité games.
    - The character designs are very nice .
    - The environment on ps4 is very beautiful, I love watching the moon the stars.
    - The qualities I see a lot because it's my job as a designer ergonomic but I think many do not realize .
    - The Star Wars next spring much, being a fan of SW , I love the super jump and spaceship :) Light = Force

    Negative:
    - Yet it is the biggest pillar of a game except for the call of . The narration is very poor, you have little bit of immersion and cinematic in this universe yet very great.

    Bungie 's mission is successful, with the FPS half MMO . Critics who do not fit the game I played .    … Expand
  21. CowboySquatch88
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    Once again gamers let their expectations of a game get so high, there was no way Bungie could ever live up to it. let's look at the facts. Bungie has developed four Halo games that everyone loved and they received extremely high scores from critics. These games only had a couple of alien races as enemies. The games all consisted of tight shooting controls, great soundtracks, single playerOnce again gamers let their expectations of a game get so high, there was no way Bungie could ever live up to it. let's look at the facts. Bungie has developed four Halo games that everyone loved and they received extremely high scores from critics. These games only had a couple of alien races as enemies. The games all consisted of tight shooting controls, great soundtracks, single player game play, cooperative game play, and competitive multiplayer. Destiny is designed to be like Halo with many more options in the hands of the players. Halo had zero character upgrade and development features. Halo did not have a loot system or armor and weapon customization like Destiny has. Halo campaigns were only around 8-12 hours long. Nobody ever complained about the length of Halo games, or the lack of story, or the lack of enemy types. Now with Destiny, everyone acts like they were promised a 100 hour RPG or MMO. What Bungie has done here is take the Halo formula we all love and added character customization, weapon and armor upgrades, a loot system and awesome matchmaking systems that allow players to group up in fireteams and play together when they want. Public events and strike missions also make exploring the over world much more enjoyable than a linear map with sandbox battles. Just like with the Halo games, Bungie has created an awesome shooter experience with more character advancement and play options than ever before. The controls are tight, the soundtrack is fantastic, and the matchmaking systems work very well for the new generation of games. All the critics need to go back and look at their very own Halo reviews, and figure out how they can possibly give Destiny a lower score when so many new options have been added. The only reasoning is that once again, everyone set their expectations way too high. Every now then you have to utilize some common sense and ask yourself about the "fun" factor. Is this game fun to play? In my opinion, it's the funnest game Bungie has ever developed, therefore I'm giving it a score that it actually deserves! Thanks Bungie, keep the content coming.… Expand
  22. kstud1
    Sep 20, 2014
    9
    I don't understand how anyone can give this game less than an 8/10 their is something wrong going on when a game like Fez can get a 90 and destiny a 77.
  23. Yegwen
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    I specifically avoided most of news, teasers, spoilers, gameplay trailers, cinematic trailers & other hype material before release. I wanted to approach the game with fresh mind. All such huge titles sprout a lot of expectations, and part of the community that just hates on the title. After many hours of play for two days now I immensly enjoy the game, and got quite hooked.

    -1 point    I specifically avoided most of news, teasers, spoilers, gameplay trailers, cinematic trailers & other hype material before release. I wanted to approach the game with fresh mind. All such huge titles sprout a lot of expectations, and part of the community that just hates on the title. After many hours of play for two days now I immensly enjoy the game, and got quite hooked.

    -1 point from 10/10 for:
    - mob similarity
    - predefined starting zone when you go on a patrol mission
    - main hub is kinda "meh" in design. Not bad, but not really good either

    What I loved:
    - Weapon/armor design
    - Artistic environmental design
    - Great sci-fi feeling
    - Huge locations
    - Coop with a friend is awesome    … Expand
  24. Daoman
    Sep 17, 2014
    9
    Big and awesome game from Bungie. Ambitious, beautiful and incredibly addictive. The game has a high barrier to entry, but consistent flow of information and friendly user interface does not deprive you of the pleasure, and help to get involved and become a... legend!
  25. Shejk
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    A fun, beautiful and ambitious sci-fi shooter that will keep you coming back for more.

    Having said that Destiny is not for everyone. Apparently people have had totally unrealistic expectations of the game. Destiny is not an MMO. This is a fun coop -sci-fi shooter with alot of multiplayer elements. Pros: Fun bossfights Good classystem Strike missions (dungeons) Daily missions Fun    A fun, beautiful and ambitious sci-fi shooter that will keep you coming back for more.

    Having said that Destiny is not for everyone. Apparently people have had totally unrealistic expectations of the game. Destiny is not an MMO. This is a fun coop -sci-fi shooter with alot of multiplayer elements.

    Pros:
    Fun bossfights
    Good classystem
    Strike missions (dungeons)
    Daily missions
    Fun pvp

    Cons:
    Story a bit short
    More subclasses would be nice    … Expand
  26. MADnom
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    Lets make something clear: the only thing drawing so much hate towards this game is that people (themselves, not the company) over-hyped the game. Those saying it lacks content haven't gotten past level 8-14 as the game keeps you interested by slowly revealing more and more to you as you go. The game may not live up to everyone's expectations, but frankly no game ever does, with that inLets make something clear: the only thing drawing so much hate towards this game is that people (themselves, not the company) over-hyped the game. Those saying it lacks content haven't gotten past level 8-14 as the game keeps you interested by slowly revealing more and more to you as you go. The game may not live up to everyone's expectations, but frankly no game ever does, with that in mind Destiny excels in delivering a fun and involving gameplay structure which draws you in from beginning to end. Granted, this is an opinion, as is everything that follows, I personally love Destiny, it's my favorite FPS of all time, and I have played the likes of Halo, Borderlands, CoD, Battlefield, The Darkness, Half Life 2, etc. I have played Destiny for 20+ hours and still have so much I want to explore, upgrade, and play through.

    That statement I made above about being involving does not quite include the story, as it is rather flat, which is a shame because it has the foundations for an amazing story, I only hope the expand upon it in another game. The beginning of the story showed much promised, louring me into the world, wondering what may occur as the story progressed, although it never quite delivers, rather it starts to fade a bit at the 1/4-1/2 mark of the campaign missions where it starts to lose it's focus and traction.

    To sum up the gameplay, think the smooth and stylish aiming of Halo, with the grittier down to Earth sway and kickback of Borderlands. The admittedly aren't as many enemies as in some other games like borderlands, but there are enough to keep it as fresh as Halo was throughout it's campaign, and enough to mix up things. The 'repetition' that many refer to can be said for most any shooter really, whether you are playing Borderlands and have to constantly do 'collect these parts' missions, or 'go here, kill him, and get that' stuff. Same goes if you play Halo or any other shooter where it all comes down going there and killing that, which is really the only true repetition you get in Destiny. There will be missions where you do start at the beginning of the map, exactly where you start for the next two missions on the same planet, but frankly this isn't as bad as people make it out to be, you merely jump on your sparrow and zoom off to a usually new area of the map that you didn't get to go to in the last mission. It is literally a 1-2 minute affair. I feel the only reason people see any repetition is do to the fact that the story really does not drive you to care about what you are doing, though really if you come to enjoy the gameplay like I did then it's more than enough to inspire you. Loot, as well as it's progression is where the game thrives, along with gunplay. From the start you get weapons that you can't quite equip as it requires a (very slightly, usually 1 or 2) level up.The weapons don't have the variety of effect as Borderlands, but frankly not many FPS games can say they do, though frankly I enjoy using my Pulse Rifle or Fusion Rifle any day over Borderlands inaccurate explosive machine guns or range-drunk shotguns any day.

    As I was saying with the world, it draws you in and never lets you go as you explore each world and it's crevices. The environments are HUGE, even if you don't know it, as quite often there are paths hiding secret ways deeper into the map. The first time I jumped on a sparrow heading to a new location through a secret valley was the moment I realized how much I loved Destiny. As you traverse these beautiful world you will occasionally come across others, though you never really team up with them but it give you a sense of placement.

    The score and overall personality of the world is of of Destiny's great triumphs, it is easily one of the best looking games currently in existence. Note: not in a hyper realistic way, while it is detailed and the lighting and texture as generally realistic, it is fantasy styled.

    Content is as follows: campaign, constant gain of new and powerful guns and armor (some armor makes you feel like an total badass), strike missions both on planet and separate (kind of like story, but harder and with a team), multiplayer (standard affair but with the twist of having fantastical abilities=fun), bounties (something that is meant to be done alongside other missions, boring if focused entirely on), as well as community events, which hopefully become more regular. The strikes and multiplayer is what will keep people busy as they are the best means of upgrading armor. The multiplayer being the main draw should be no major surprise as with Halo the multiplayer is what kept people playing for a while.That being said I have played 20 hours and just beat the story so that's pretty long.

    All and all Destiny is a great, though not entirely perfect game, though should not be held back by hyped up dreams. So is Destiny worth a $60 buy, absolutely, one of the best next gen game on the market at the moment and likely to hang around for a bit.

    9/10    … Expand
  27. Coryforlife
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    I don't understand why this game is getting so much hate. People are criticising it for being always online... ITS A **** MMOFPS. Another thing, THIS GAME IS NOT HALO! Although gameplay is similar it is a completely different game. People also criticise the story, remember that the majority of missions in a MMO you replay as you help out a friend. Therefore bungie are not presenting theI don't understand why this game is getting so much hate. People are criticising it for being always online... ITS A **** MMOFPS. Another thing, THIS GAME IS NOT HALO! Although gameplay is similar it is a completely different game. People also criticise the story, remember that the majority of missions in a MMO you replay as you help out a friend. Therefore bungie are not presenting the story as its capturing quality. Stop comparing it to other games that are not part of its genre.

    I personally thought it was a semi-finished masterpiece. I played it for a solid weekend with two other friends. It was very entertaining and addicting, I couldn't put it down. The gameplay was fun and varied, the guns were fun and exciting to use (besides the fact that rocket launchers are **** useless). The boss battles were stressful and rewarding in the end.

    The majority of people writing reviews of this game are giving it a bad review because they are comparing it to games that have nothing to do with it. Remember that Destiny is supposed to be a ten year long game full of DLC and new content. For all those people freaking out because people are giving it such a bad time understand that nobody liked Diablo 3 when it came out. In conclusion, although Destiny is lots of fun now, it will take sometime before it develops into what may be one of the greatest games of the new generation.    … Expand
  28. geeklypodcast
    Oct 31, 2014
    9
    Look Destiny is not perfect far from it.......but no matter how many things we find wrong with the game everyone is still playing it, i do feel like the game is starving for additional content , but i also feel like i will still be playing it a year from now. On the negative side some of the missions and bounties are extremely grinding and unfulfilling/unnecessary with that said Destiny 2Look Destiny is not perfect far from it.......but no matter how many things we find wrong with the game everyone is still playing it, i do feel like the game is starving for additional content , but i also feel like i will still be playing it a year from now. On the negative side some of the missions and bounties are extremely grinding and unfulfilling/unnecessary with that said Destiny 2 i think will knock it out of the park, But Halo 4.5 this is not its Bungie taking an all familiar engine and trying something ambitious that just slightly falls flat.… Expand
  29. oracle_347
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    Gave it another shot last night. Multiplayer was awesome! Looks like everything carries over from the campaign into multiplayer. So... this multiplayer was done well and I'm enjoying the game again.
  30. pithing_needle
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Yeah, yeah....lots of hate. That's fine. I admit the story is kinda bland and overall there is nothing completely groundbreaking here. However, I'm having a ton of fun with it. I see some slams on the enemy A.I., but I think it's just fine. Dregs are stupid, but their just toadies. The upper echelon enemies aren't all that predictable. Combat is ultra-tight. Melee is responsive and thereYeah, yeah....lots of hate. That's fine. I admit the story is kinda bland and overall there is nothing completely groundbreaking here. However, I'm having a ton of fun with it. I see some slams on the enemy A.I., but I think it's just fine. Dregs are stupid, but their just toadies. The upper echelon enemies aren't all that predictable. Combat is ultra-tight. Melee is responsive and there is an unfathomable amount of loot to try to acquire. Unlike Steam, there is no way to know if some of these 0-2 ratings are just pale-faced trolls, but hey, if they don't like it, they're entitled. But there is no way this game deserves a rating of under 7. Not a chance in hell. Graphics are just fine....this game was under production way before the next-gen consoles were released. I judge FPS's by one main attribute: feel...and it feels great. The RPG elements are there, although I'm a little puzzled at the functions of some of the items I'm acquiring. I'm only level 18, so I'm sure that they will present their usefulness at some point. Gotta give this a 9. And arguable 9, but a 9 nonetheless. Sorry so many folks are disappointed, but hey...more bandwidth for me. I just hope they were really being honest with their reviews, cuz I sense some major troll B.S.… Expand
  31. A138248
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    I am excited about getting online to play with my friends. Not since gta5 has there been this much ooh and ahh playing online. This game has definitely created a genre all it's own. Seamless transition in coop from friends to perfect strangers and community rooms gives you the sense of being in a living world, like gta. The fps mechanics are top notch, RPG elements well embedded.I am excited about getting online to play with my friends. Not since gta5 has there been this much ooh and ahh playing online. This game has definitely created a genre all it's own. Seamless transition in coop from friends to perfect strangers and community rooms gives you the sense of being in a living world, like gta. The fps mechanics are top notch, RPG elements well embedded. Changing weapon classes feel like your actually changing weapon classes, and armor changes impact your look every time. I have only completed the first levels on earth in about 8-10 hours, and am a level 9, but if the story keeps me interested this will be the first game I will KEEP on ps4. Ps4 has the best and smoothest graphics, my brother has an xboxone, you can see the difference. AI will defend and pullout if in danger, boss battles are boss battles, you will spend some time defeating them. The only reason for a 9 is that you can't chat with just anyone, only people in your fire team. I would like to think a patch will open this up down the road. Good job Bungie!… Expand
  32. Cottagecheese
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    Some people may feel that there's something missing, but I'd argue those people haven't realised what they've bought. If you were expecting Mass Effect I'm afraid you might be disappointed. The story in this game is not as important in the grand scheme of things as we're used to seeing, the gameplay is top of the pile and it's amazing. It feels more polished than any other game I'veSome people may feel that there's something missing, but I'd argue those people haven't realised what they've bought. If you were expecting Mass Effect I'm afraid you might be disappointed. The story in this game is not as important in the grand scheme of things as we're used to seeing, the gameplay is top of the pile and it's amazing. It feels more polished than any other game I've played, excellent mechanics, fun missions, addictive multiplayer and plenty of room for improvement too.… Expand
  33. Zero0ne
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    The game has a great pace and is very challenging. If you think the game is overhyped thats your own damn fault. Stop reading the BS parade that is gaming "Journalism" (Aka paid to write every word)
  34. MikeMenkes
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    The trolls compel me to sign in and comment. What might be off-putting to some is the fact that unlike Call of Duty or borderlands, the game doesn't hold your hand and tell you what to do. The missions are just introductions to a bigger game, but you have to proactively explore to find it. It shoots beautifully, the AI is kinda just right, evasive but predictable enough to keep the gameThe trolls compel me to sign in and comment. What might be off-putting to some is the fact that unlike Call of Duty or borderlands, the game doesn't hold your hand and tell you what to do. The missions are just introductions to a bigger game, but you have to proactively explore to find it. It shoots beautifully, the AI is kinda just right, evasive but predictable enough to keep the game flowing, and its tough and intense. Love the no-spawn sections where the game is perilous and you must survive. The story is told will a lot less exposition than most, and best of all, zero bromance. It can feel a bit clinical at times, but that doesn't matter when you have do deal with waves and waves. Online works perfectly. It just has its own unique feel you may or may not like. Its the dark Souls of shooters.… Expand
  35. bmwjedi007
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Ok seriously... there are a lot of haters... seriously metacritic, you should really stop letting everybody rate the game. You can see a lot of these rating are stupid. How are you gonna rate a game a 0??? The game has better than average graphics, provides fun gameplay and is an MMO. Stop hating on the game. What were you expecting? Don't come on here and bash a game that is not as bad asOk seriously... there are a lot of haters... seriously metacritic, you should really stop letting everybody rate the game. You can see a lot of these rating are stupid. How are you gonna rate a game a 0??? The game has better than average graphics, provides fun gameplay and is an MMO. Stop hating on the game. What were you expecting? Don't come on here and bash a game that is not as bad as you say. I have played it and am having a ton of fun… Expand
  36. Deependra
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    i wonder what's wrong with people who are giving this game '0' or negative reviews,
    let me ask them a question at first place, did they even play this game??
    if yes then they are lacking of sense or probably they haven't explored the game properly. i personally liked this game. and yes, if you liked boderland and halo, then there is no chance that you will dislike this game. people    i wonder what's wrong with people who are giving this game '0' or negative reviews,
    let me ask them a question at first place, did they even play this game??
    if yes then they are lacking of sense or probably they haven't explored the game properly.
    i personally liked this game.
    and yes, if you liked boderland and halo, then there is no chance that you will dislike this game.
    people need to think alot before typing their reviews.
    Graphics are impressive.
    game-play is superb
    story seems to be cool
    weapons are awesome
    the only thing this game is lacking or let's call it as negative side of this game is that there is no offline campaign.
    apart from it, everything seems to be good enough.
    this is something unique.    … Expand
  37. clamo
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Borderlands meets diablo in this sci-fi dungeon crawling fps, but dont let the loot fool you, this is an fps at heart and its fluid and diverse shooter gameplay makes it a must play for gamers. The game is not finished yet. see the game right now as chapter one of a book. the game will continue to grow through free updates as destiny expands on the world and story of destiny. The everBorderlands meets diablo in this sci-fi dungeon crawling fps, but dont let the loot fool you, this is an fps at heart and its fluid and diverse shooter gameplay makes it a must play for gamers. The game is not finished yet. see the game right now as chapter one of a book. the game will continue to grow through free updates as destiny expands on the world and story of destiny. The ever changing world gives it a guild wars two feel. It has elements of an mmo such as: different races and classes, gearing up for missions, planning out raids with friends, and many more, but it is still an fps at heart. Destiny is meant to be played with friends, working together as you explore the galaxy and slay alien wizards that seek to destroy the world. solo is not as fun but through the games app and bungie.net its easy to join a clan or forum and make friends as the communitty is really friendly and one of the best parts about the game. i look forward to its future and what it holds for us guardians. cheers.… Expand
  38. COHL7500
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    I´ve been playing the Alpha, Beta and now, the full version of the game. I´ll like to first of all say that you´re **** confirmed idiot if you´re giving it a 1, 2 or just totally Negative. That´s just unhillariously dumb, that´s one of the reasons why i´ve stopped looking at User Score and too ignoring 'Professional' Reviewers. The game may be a bit repetetive, but it don´t really getI´ve been playing the Alpha, Beta and now, the full version of the game. I´ll like to first of all say that you´re **** confirmed idiot if you´re giving it a 1, 2 or just totally Negative. That´s just unhillariously dumb, that´s one of the reasons why i´ve stopped looking at User Score and too ignoring 'Professional' Reviewers. The game may be a bit repetetive, but it don´t really get butthurt about out - Neither should other people. The graphics are just epic. I´d really love them, killing other mobs is really fun too, but can be hard sometimes, because of the game designers just made it really pushed together sometimes. The comparison between Watch Dogs and this game is just a joke. Watch Dogs is unstable, but Destiny is extremely polished that it´s almost scary for a game. Destiny may not be big, but think about it - U.P.D.A.T.E.S. That´s what i think, too the level cap is going to be bigger at a time, it´s almost the same with any other game.
    Final Verdict:
    Bungie and Activision did actually a great job in my opinion, but do need to research a bit more and getting some more out of it. Maybe that´s what we´ll get in the future? Expansions? Who knows.
    8/10. It´s definitely **** not a 0-2 Score, that´s not a review, it´s a joke. Maybe after Bungie and Activision knows what they´ve done of flaws will be changed in the future. It was the same with Watch Dogs, it was a NEW project, so they just tried to make a try with a new topic. Let developers try their way. Think before reviewing.    … Expand
  39. DDraiman1990
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    no matter what haters will say - Destiny is a really fun and polished game. i keep reading bad reviews about it being repetitive, dull and that the story telling is really bad... but hey, what did you expect from an FPS MMO? yes, its not as massive as others, like PlanetSide, but still an MMO. also, its really heavy on the RPG elements, including damage system, loot system, mount systemno matter what haters will say - Destiny is a really fun and polished game. i keep reading bad reviews about it being repetitive, dull and that the story telling is really bad... but hey, what did you expect from an FPS MMO? yes, its not as massive as others, like PlanetSide, but still an MMO. also, its really heavy on the RPG elements, including damage system, loot system, mount system and trading system, did you really think they wont send you on missions like "grab 10 apples from the monsters and bring them back to me"? i played a lot of MMOs and i never felt as if the story was REALLY strong cause i didnt care, im enjoying the elements which makes the game good.
    Destny's Pros:
    - VERY strong gameplay. smooth controls and good enemy AI (not the best, but also not Metro 2033)
    - graphics are amazingly beautiful, i love to find new armor pieces and see how i look. especially in PVP
    - loot system is abundant and yet simple. i thought its too simple to start with, but then i noticed i keep going back to inventory and switching stuff and upgrading stuff.
    - grinding is as fun as missions, i got to lvl 17 and i only finished first zone
    - awesome skill system. no skill points, just unlockable skills.
    - great class choice - only 3 classes yet their gameplay is really different - i recommend the hunter for pure awesomeness

    Destiny's cons:
    - no chat system in social planet. u cant talk to other people chatting.
    - slow loading/matchmaking. it can take up to a minute and a half to load a new planet.
    - there is no equality system in PVP. if you join as lvl 5, u have no abilities while the lvl 20 will kick your ass with abilities (doesnt mean u cant win, just annoying to see him using a lot of stuff while u can only double jump)

    thats what i think of Destiny. this game is at least an 8, cant understand why people give it less.
    i give it a 9 - cause no matter what - i really enjoy it.
    dont believe the reviews - this is genuinely a good game.
    see ya, going to play some Destiny.    … Expand
  40. EllisD
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    everyone has their opinion, with that being said, I really like this game. All the opinions if it being bland & other drivel I am seeing is just that (in my opinion). I know it's not perfect, I know it feels some what familiar, but I think the true reward of this game is still to come, if you love Halo, Mass effect3, Borderlands & FPS and if you are a loot whore like myself, this game is aeveryone has their opinion, with that being said, I really like this game. All the opinions if it being bland & other drivel I am seeing is just that (in my opinion). I know it's not perfect, I know it feels some what familiar, but I think the true reward of this game is still to come, if you love Halo, Mass effect3, Borderlands & FPS and if you are a loot whore like myself, this game is a no brainer. The haters I see on the user reviews probably haven't made it to lvl 20 yet, that's when the game starts to begin, but don't take my opinion for it., get in the Destiny universe and form your own opinion… Expand
  41. lain
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Great game, playing with friends it's awesome, i never plaed a Halo, but this game remembers me Xain sleena a game of 80s , the negative point i think are the expansions that sell at the same time that game, 100 euros is too much for a game. I really enjoy it for the 5 hours i´ve played.
  42. erndaWORM
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    I'm not really into fps games but this one drew me in and blew my mind I love it it's fps meets rpg meets mmo just an incredibly beautiful and well playing game
  43. Tristian98005
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    Ignore the fake reviews. I have invested a bunch of time in to this game. I am yet to pop in another game in my disc tray, and I have a ton of games. This was definitely a good buy. The only bad thing abiut it was that the story didn't live up to my expectations. Other-wards Destiny is an unbelievably outstanding game, and I can't wait until the other events will be coming. Also the AIsIgnore the fake reviews. I have invested a bunch of time in to this game. I am yet to pop in another game in my disc tray, and I have a ton of games. This was definitely a good buy. The only bad thing abiut it was that the story didn't live up to my expectations. Other-wards Destiny is an unbelievably outstanding game, and I can't wait until the other events will be coming. Also the AIs get smarter if you set them to a higher difficulty, which makes the game that much more challenging. This game is really fun when you play along side friends. Also the multiplayer is pretty balanced. Here, and there though it skips frames. Not to mention the enemies are diverse.

    In conclusion, Destiny is a magnificent game, but it has a couple flaws. However it's really fun nonetheless.

    ~From a guy who actually plays Destiny

    (I only pity the existence of the sad low lives who make multiple accounts just to bash on this game.)    … Expand
  44. mwerle
    Sep 15, 2014
    9
    Generally not a FPS fan, but bought this primarily for the coop element. It also combines rudimentary RPG elements by letting your character level up which is a bonus. Graphics, speed, gameplay are pretty good, very intuitive to get into with a good controller layout. Even though I rarely play FPSs I was away taking out Fallen in no time!

    Coop is optional with up to 3 friends working    Generally not a FPS fan, but bought this primarily for the coop element. It also combines rudimentary RPG elements by letting your character level up which is a bonus. Graphics, speed, gameplay are pretty good, very intuitive to get into with a good controller layout. Even though I rarely play FPSs I was away taking out Fallen in no time!

    Coop is optional with up to 3 friends working together, which makes missions a lot easier by letting you flank enemies. The game does adjust the difficulty of each mission dynamically though, so it's still possible on your own.

    Apart from the main story mode there's also Patrol mode letting you roam a vast area taking on mini-missions, again, coop if you want. There's also a PvP mode called Crucible which I haven't tried, and afaik it's not part of the story.

    Really enjoying the game so far!    … Expand
  45. Coops
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    A huge set of worlds to explore, great weapons to choose from, plenty of upgrades for your character. What's not to like. It's was well worth the wait but I do think some reviewers do hype themselves up far to much and go way over the top with expectation. It's a beautiful looking game and deserves all the plaudits it gets, congratulations Bungie.
  46. N00BMUNCHA
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    Destiny is set to be the biggest release if the year and while it may not top all the games out there it still cements it self as a solid game. The shooting is accurate and responsive and gameplay is fairly strong. Graphics on the other hand are top notch and this makes destiny a very beautiful game. At this current time do not listen to the user reviews most are stupid and do not provideDestiny is set to be the biggest release if the year and while it may not top all the games out there it still cements it self as a solid game. The shooting is accurate and responsive and gameplay is fairly strong. Graphics on the other hand are top notch and this makes destiny a very beautiful game. At this current time do not listen to the user reviews most are stupid and do not provide enough information e.g. I'm not going to acknowledge other aspects of the game only the ones i hate so therefore 0, 1 or 2 out of 10. Some people even state that since i don't have a friend to play with it's a bad game and don't even think twice about the graphical standard and or gameplay just what they hate. The current community's negativity is giving the game a bad score. I'm hoping the critic reviews will be much more professional. No BS idiots.… Expand
  47. Kraos_1
    Oct 7, 2014
    9
    Okay, this game is strangely and hugely addicting. I have NEVER played a game that it was all I wanted to play. I usually randomly rotate my games that I play to have some 'diversity.' Since I got Destiny (2 1/2 weeks ago), it's ALL I have played and I still want to keep going.

    Yes, the story seems non-existent as I still don't really know what it's about. It's the RPG/MMO influences    Okay, this game is strangely and hugely addicting. I have NEVER played a game that it was all I wanted to play. I usually randomly rotate my games that I play to have some 'diversity.' Since I got Destiny (2 1/2 weeks ago), it's ALL I have played and I still want to keep going.

    Yes, the story seems non-existent as I still don't really know what it's about. It's the RPG/MMO influences while being a FPS that grab me. The mix just works.

    Generally, if a story sucks or doesn't really exist it would drive the rating down, but due to this game being a heck of a lot of fun and really addicting, I'm giving it a 9.    … Expand
  48. JasonGamer
    Oct 1, 2014
    9
    Incredible game. It´s pure fun. 100% recommended. It´s the best shooter that I've ever played. I don´t understand why there are so many negative reviews, it's a great game.
  49. Kuifie_ZA
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    Perfect! Great shooting, great co-op, great multiplayer. Don't read all the nonsense about this not being good, it's probably COD players that suck. It's really best played co-op.
  50. lolobeatboxjams
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    The "levels" are Halo. Guns here are better than Halo with a level up system that beats 99% of shooters.. The campaign is short (for the fact that its trying to be an "RPG"). The bosses are hard and take time and the music is epic as bananas. I really wish they wouldn't have lied about this game and just marketed it as what is actually is. For this reason I really can't argue with theThe "levels" are Halo. Guns here are better than Halo with a level up system that beats 99% of shooters.. The campaign is short (for the fact that its trying to be an "RPG"). The bosses are hard and take time and the music is epic as bananas. I really wish they wouldn't have lied about this game and just marketed it as what is actually is. For this reason I really can't argue with the hate that is has been getting. All that said, I am absolutely loving my time with Destiny, and you could too. Just don't go in expecting MMO Skyrim with guns.… Expand
  51. Defense14
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    It's a quality game for sure - I don't think it deserves a perfect because of the repetitive nature, but otherwise it is a great game. Best game for the next gen - that's for darn sure (not counting the Last of Us). If you like any FPS there is something for you here. I could see this game being huge if the expansions do it right, but as of now there is limited to do but all theseIt's a quality game for sure - I don't think it deserves a perfect because of the repetitive nature, but otherwise it is a great game. Best game for the next gen - that's for darn sure (not counting the Last of Us). If you like any FPS there is something for you here. I could see this game being huge if the expansions do it right, but as of now there is limited to do but all these things are still fun.… Expand
  52. FreeFallKilla
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    I am so suprised that many of these reviews are made by people that only give negative reviews on popular games or just made an account just to hate on this game, that is taking sides with Playstation in this console war.

    Anyweay, I have been playing this since midnight and I simply enjoy it. Battles are fun and hectic. Multiplayer is diverse and immersive. The worlds and locations are    I am so suprised that many of these reviews are made by people that only give negative reviews on popular games or just made an account just to hate on this game, that is taking sides with Playstation in this console war.

    Anyweay, I have been playing this since midnight and I simply enjoy it. Battles are fun and hectic. Multiplayer is diverse and immersive. The worlds and locations are pretty and interesting. The RPG elements are enough to give me my own style. Enemies are fun to kill. Missions could have used a bit more variety. But what else do you want? It perfectly mixes different games in order to have its own identity.

    I recommend people to not listen to certain reviews here. Some people did not research the game enough to know that it is an online, shared world shooter. The real game starts at level 20 with the raids. The multiplayer and connections with actual people is suppose to be a big element that people do not understand. Plus, this game tries to innovate the first person shooter genre in ways that people do not understand yet. I am currently giving this a 9/10 after what I have played. But I intend to give at least 100 more hours into Destiny.    … Expand
  53. ayeitslenx
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    Solid game. Great multiplayer. Don't listen to the Microsoft fanboys that leave negative reviews. A lot of people get on here to hate a game without even playing it.
  54. Deccris22
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    I've played the beta and a little bit of the game as it went live, I've watched videos that were out of the alpha and so on. I have to wonder about the people writing the reviews on here and giving it ones and zeros. I wonder because it seems not one did any research into the game and it sounds like they are only complaining about features that were listed off and/or saw in videos. II've played the beta and a little bit of the game as it went live, I've watched videos that were out of the alpha and so on. I have to wonder about the people writing the reviews on here and giving it ones and zeros. I wonder because it seems not one did any research into the game and it sounds like they are only complaining about features that were listed off and/or saw in videos. I guess the new hipster thing to do is hate on Destiny.… Expand
  55. Jwest0685
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    I give this game a very solid 9. This game can improve in some areas. There is some repitivness, but this game is very addicting. To the guy who said halo 4 looks better, you have lost your mind. The gameplay is magnificent and the graphics are very good. The story is above average, but could get better. If I wanted a good story ,I would watch a movie. The multiplayer is great, but can beI give this game a very solid 9. This game can improve in some areas. There is some repitivness, but this game is very addicting. To the guy who said halo 4 looks better, you have lost your mind. The gameplay is magnificent and the graphics are very good. The story is above average, but could get better. If I wanted a good story ,I would watch a movie. The multiplayer is great, but can be improved. I think this game will score around a 93 on metacritic, between Last of us and Diablo. The thing is though is that this game will only get better as time goes on. They have created a game were they can add endless content. They can add different types of multiplayer and loot. Right now this game is a solid 9, but I believe it has the potential to get very close to a 10. There simply aren't any other games were you can just add endless content. In closing it is a mix between borderlands, mass effect, and halo. There is nothing wrong with that .… Expand
  56. Aaron_Kenobi
    Sep 19, 2014
    9
    I'll try an be brief. Yes the over hype of this game has hurt its score but then again they sold a record amount so far. There are some issues with the game but none that you can't overcome and enjoy. Without a doubt the best game I have played in my life. Yes it is online only-so what plenty of great games are online only now and seems to be the new trend. Yes it is more fun withI'll try an be brief. Yes the over hype of this game has hurt its score but then again they sold a record amount so far. There are some issues with the game but none that you can't overcome and enjoy. Without a doubt the best game I have played in my life. Yes it is online only-so what plenty of great games are online only now and seems to be the new trend. Yes it is more fun with friends-also fun when friends are offline as well. Yes the story is vague-true but the little spinets of info they share after competing missions seem like they are setting up for an epic story. Yes at some point the game becomes a grind and can be a bit boring- As a player who has played games like this before I'm used to the grind to get high level gear and can say this game is less repetitive/boring than games of the past. Overall a very satisfying game that just missed the ridiculously high hype/bar that was set by Bungie/Activision I can see myself hooked for many years to come.… Expand
  57. mymom
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    destiny is a good game but was over hyped i personally think borderlands 2 was a better game because it had a better story line. i have played around 5 hours of the game and think it is starting to get repetitive. this game is kind of like a borderlands halo crossover.
  58. AgentRJB
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    Currently at level 9 and on the Moon. So far, feel really good about this game. A lot of exploring on each map, the PVP is competitive, and the social aspect is cool. Excited to see what awaits when I reach level 20.
  59. Delta1138
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    While the game is mostly good, it has a few flaws. Some of the bosses are bullet sponges, and the lack of customization in the game is offputting at first. But everything else is fantastic. The multiplayer is fun and i like the weapon types, enemies, and classes. Im only level 15 so maybe some of the flaws show later, but i trust bungie to fix these issues/
  60. mr_blonde75
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    The game has got great multiplayer, a rewarding single player, and amazing looking gear/graphics. What's not to love? No matter what others say, you will have fun playing this game. People try to downplay how good this game is because it has been marketed and hyped a lot but considering you can easily spend 40 hours+ just on single player without completing it and countless hours onThe game has got great multiplayer, a rewarding single player, and amazing looking gear/graphics. What's not to love? No matter what others say, you will have fun playing this game. People try to downplay how good this game is because it has been marketed and hyped a lot but considering you can easily spend 40 hours+ just on single player without completing it and countless hours on multiplayer, I don't see how this couldn't be worth 60$ if you bought any other game this year. No this isn't the next Last of us, Fallout, Borderlands, or even Halo and it's not trying to be. Destiny has it's own unique story and that unfolds as you play in a thought out manner. People that tell you they don't understand the premise of this game are the same ones that get upset when an ending of a movie isn't clear(No imagination).
    But don't listen to people on the internet, try it out. Rent it at least! See why this was the most pre-ordered game in history and will most likely be another billion dollar franchise.    … Expand
  61. Delpoi
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    A lot of people aren't impressed but that's fine everyone is entitled to their own opinion, personally I loved the beta had a lot of fun and knew I would buy the game. Everyone is comparing it to borderlands my view is its like borderlands/halo/mass effect all got together and had a baby, there is plenty to do the PvP is solid and the game is polished; does it live up to the hype no but inA lot of people aren't impressed but that's fine everyone is entitled to their own opinion, personally I loved the beta had a lot of fun and knew I would buy the game. Everyone is comparing it to borderlands my view is its like borderlands/halo/mass effect all got together and had a baby, there is plenty to do the PvP is solid and the game is polished; does it live up to the hype no but in this day and age no game lives up to the hype so stop putting so much faith in hype and play a game which is not only graphically beautiful but a lot of fun to :)… Expand
  62. kidyouknow
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Best Overhyped Game

    One thing that players must understand, is that this game has been overhyped fro several years now. So of course it will not live up to those kind of expectations. The expectations created are unrealistic. So instead, look at what kind of game this is. This is basically and Halo-esque RPG. And it is wonderful. Being an experienced MMO player for the days of vanilla    Best Overhyped Game

    One thing that players must understand, is that this game has been overhyped fro several years now. So of course it will not live up to those kind of expectations. The expectations created are unrealistic. So instead, look at what kind of game this is. This is basically and Halo-esque RPG. And it is wonderful. Being an experienced MMO player for the days of vanilla World of Warcraft, this game has great MMO checkpoints. A leveling system that keeps you wanting more. Loot that drives you to get the best items. And subtle customization that makes you spend days figuring our what you want to play.

    This game lets you play one of the best designed FPSMMOs out there. You go through the story to get levels to find out what the class you picked is capable of. Or you PvP in the amazing Halo style combat. Or, for the old-school gamers, you can just grind and get higher and higher levels and just bask in the rewards of excessive grinding. This game does it all. PvP combat that has the FPS elements of skill, yet subtle changes due to weapons, gear, and level to a degree. All of them work. The balance is spectacular.

    Want to roleplay? Well guess what, you are a Guardian, one of the last vestiges of a civilizations golden age. You are the champion that is protecting the one remaining city on Earth from falling into darkness. It's here. Want to PvP? Level up smoothly in the game modes that you craved for in Halo. Get new gear as you annihilate your opponents. Want to quest? Then go to story mode and listen to Peter Dinklage edpouse his wisdom. Grind in the surprising open world patrols that are offered on each planet. There is plenty to do in this game, almost a little bit for everyone.

    So many people are dissatisfied that it doesn't live up to expectations. Instead, take it as it is. A game that the developers took time to be enjoyable. To make you spend hours, and realize that it is tomorrow and work in is 2 hours. A game that you can lose yourself, and remember and enjoy every moment that you spent. This game is an amazing game to play, and I hope that most of you understand that it is a cu above he rest that have released. It breathes life into the FPSRPG genre, and it cares about it. It is a game that will not be forgotten. I hope people remember this game as a genre defining staple in a stagnating marketing. Play it, and let your enjoyment be the true judge of this adventure.    … Expand
  63. wpnfreak00
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Before I say anything, PLEASE take this advice. DO. NOT. EXPECT. ANYTHING. Try to accept the game for what it is, not for what it's been hyped up to be. Now, onto the review.
    ...well I must say, I never expected the negative reviews to be this...abundant. But you should pay more attention to the fact that there are more positive reviews than negative on this site. And it's for good    Before I say anything, PLEASE take this advice. DO. NOT. EXPECT. ANYTHING. Try to accept the game for what it is, not for what it's been hyped up to be. Now, onto the review.
    ...well I must say, I never expected the negative reviews to be this...abundant. But you should pay more attention to the fact that there are more positive reviews than negative on this site. And it's for good reason. No, it's not worth the extreme over-hype, but It's still VERY much worth your time. I've played it since the alpha, and it's still a good game. Pay no attention to the PC players raging because they have to wait a year, pay no attention to the people who don't have steady internet access, pay attention to people who have ACTUALLY PLAYED it, instead of spectators. I'll admit, the game didn't look all too impressive by looks, but playing it is a completely different experience. And about the whole "Halo clone" concept...it has Halo elements, and you can see it, they even used a sound effect from Halo in it, I thought of it as nostalgia. It's not COMPLETELY Borderlands + Halo, but it's a mild version of it. You level up and gain attributes to your skills like Borderlands, you can get subclasses, the environment and movement feel like Halo, as well as enemies. The story may not be much to brag about...but, in an MMOFPS with RPG elements, I'm surprised people were looking for The Last of Us-tier story-telling. It wasn't made by Telltale, so try not to expect it. Overall, this game is extremely fun, and it's certainly a treat with friends. If you want to be able to talk with people, I've been invited by strangers in levels, in other words, you can make friends relatively simply, you can even just dance next to them in town (lol).    … Expand
  64. Caleb865
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Everyone's review here who rates it below a 4 is a moron. I won't give the game a 10 only because I haven't played far enough for the end-game content. First of all, the game is stunning visually. I don't care what butt-hurt pc players say, the game looks good. It also runs really well, I have had no lag what-so-ever. The loading scenes with the ship take a little long for my taste butEveryone's review here who rates it below a 4 is a moron. I won't give the game a 10 only because I haven't played far enough for the end-game content. First of all, the game is stunning visually. I don't care what butt-hurt pc players say, the game looks good. It also runs really well, I have had no lag what-so-ever. The loading scenes with the ship take a little long for my taste but it's really cool to see your ship next to a buddies, heading to face whatever evil awaits. Now for the people who say "NO singleplayer offline" complaint, Bungie stated this was an online game only FROM THE GET GO! If you don't want to play an online game, then don't buy an online game. I've played Borderlands, Halo, Call of Duty, Battlefield... and this game is not like any of those. But it's not meant to be. It is it's own adventrure and it is absolutely glorious. For people who complain about no cross platform, sorry that you didn't coordinate with your friends what system to get. The game has plenty of content, if you have friends it is not stop fun. I played the Alpha and the Beta, both with a level 8 cap and continued playing the game for days after I had done everything I could. Even after I found out my created character would not transfer to the real game. The matchmaking multiplayer has some balance issues, specifaclly on the moon map but I always had a blast regardless if I was playing with friends or being placed on a team with a bunch of random players. Destiny is an experience that may not be for everyone... mainly people who like to complain about life all the time. But it is a game that I will be playing for a long time... and I bet the people who reviewed negatively on here will be playing it too.… Expand
  65. leMMingSlayeR
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    After 6 hours of gameplay I can say that this game is very fun. Sci-Fi open world RPG with nice class customization and HUGE maps. In my opinion so far:
    Graphics: 9
    Sound: 8
    Controls: 10
    Story: 7
    Art direction/
    style: 9
    Quests: 7
    Enemy AI: 8
  66. chal
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    When first landing at the tower, at around 00:30 after launch, it was scarcely populated, but I could see the potential, logging in the following afternoon I was met with a more densely populated tower with plenty of people also going around the patrol grounds of old Russia, giving an idea of what will be seen once everyone is up and playing.

    I ran some beacon missions and yes they do    When first landing at the tower, at around 00:30 after launch, it was scarcely populated, but I could see the potential, logging in the following afternoon I was met with a more densely populated tower with plenty of people also going around the patrol grounds of old Russia, giving an idea of what will be seen once everyone is up and playing.

    I ran some beacon missions and yes they do get repetative, the story missions are poorly narrated, the enemies act almost exactly as I remember enemies did in halo 10 years ago, but once you get into what the game is about, coming together to overcome the odds and helping out random people, it becomes fun. Whilst patrolling I died a couple of times to find random people going out of their way to revive me back into the battle.

    My only letdown is that there's no in game chat options, as when patrolling it would be nice to interact with others without having to invite them to party chat.

    Otherwise I'm interested to see what is expanded upon going forward, unfortunately so many people seem intent on bashing the game because it's not what they expect it could stop people that might enjoy it from even bothering to buy.    … Expand
  67. batrako
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Great and Fun Game. Maybe is the game that you will remember always. Graphics and Sound are brilliant. In order to gameplay, you can spent a lot of fun hours with this game. Is a "Must have" game but you must know that is necesary a online connection to play it , and gameplay improve if you play in coop mode with oher players or friends. The only problem is the game not has manual and atGreat and Fun Game. Maybe is the game that you will remember always. Graphics and Sound are brilliant. In order to gameplay, you can spent a lot of fun hours with this game. Is a "Must have" game but you must know that is necesary a online connection to play it , and gameplay improve if you play in coop mode with oher players or friends. The only problem is the game not has manual and at beginning maybe you wil be lost.… Expand
  68. ImSeeJay
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    After about 12 hours with Destiny; I can safely give the game a solid 9/10. The game is beautiful. It is easily one of the best looking games on the market. The game reminds me a lot of Halo with its combat. Although the combat is reminiscent of an old game; it is still very refreshing. The enemies are very unique, the landscapes are breathtaking and the classes just get more fun to playAfter about 12 hours with Destiny; I can safely give the game a solid 9/10. The game is beautiful. It is easily one of the best looking games on the market. The game reminds me a lot of Halo with its combat. Although the combat is reminiscent of an old game; it is still very refreshing. The enemies are very unique, the landscapes are breathtaking and the classes just get more fun to play as with every exciting turn. Its challenging during most missions and the bosses are fairly unforgiving. Everyone who rated it an instazero on here hasn't spent a minute on it or is just a PC / Xbox fanboy. If you enjoy Halo (before 4) and own a console; get it! I'm sure it is just as good on Xbox One, 360 and PS3.… Expand
  69. coadeez
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Ok, so for all the negative reviews....That's your opinion on a knee jerk reaction, judging a book on it's cover. Sure, it may not be the game for you and this is inherently what is wrong with user reviews. If you buy this game expecting a COD type shooter, you won't like it as much and you'll give it a score of 6.0 or 0 or whatever. That's not really fair to rate a game based on theOk, so for all the negative reviews....That's your opinion on a knee jerk reaction, judging a book on it's cover. Sure, it may not be the game for you and this is inherently what is wrong with user reviews. If you buy this game expecting a COD type shooter, you won't like it as much and you'll give it a score of 6.0 or 0 or whatever. That's not really fair to rate a game based on the wrong expectations , but hey, that's why you're not a pro game reviewer and why user reviews don't matter. That'd be like be buying a driving simulator and expecting it to be like Burnout paradise crash and blasting all out arcade action game and being disappointed when you just feel like you're driving a real car. Some people like that, some people don't, but if it's accurate to what it's intended to be, it deserves an appropriate score.

    Destiny, is kind of like it's own genre, and if you play it like it's intended to be played, it's an absolute blast. It's intended to be played with actual FRIENDS with a headset so you can use strategy, such as flanking and maneuvering to defeat the enemy and complete the objective. The "legitimate" low scores (not counting the 0's, 2's, 3's because that just insulting) are just people expecting a different style of game. If you like strategy and co-operative gameplay, and have friends that do as well, you're going to LOVE this game, once you get past the couple hour learning curve. It's truly amazing. This is my first Metacritic review because this is the first time I really felt the need to explain a game being that it is "different" than what a lot of people are expecting. The voice chat is set up so you can only talk to people in your fireteam because the levels are pretty big. hearing other fireteams would make it absolutely a confusing mess. If you happen to team up with another fireteam and mesh with them, add them as a friend and add them to your fireteam, or use the group chat feature on PS4 away from the game. It's pretty damn simple. If you try to play this game alone, you won't enjoy it as much and that will affect your decision. In that case, it's not a type a game for you, but for the type of game it is, it's an amazing new experience. It's a great game and easily a 9 possibly higher once I get even more in depth into the world.    … Expand
  70. Tuckscores
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    First off I hate people that base review off of things that are biased. Second off I haven't played the whole game to give a full review but from what I have played I will give a review for the time being. First off with the character creation, some good and bad. I wish there was more to actually create with the character looks, however the play style of the 3 classes is really nice. TheFirst off I hate people that base review off of things that are biased. Second off I haven't played the whole game to give a full review but from what I have played I will give a review for the time being. First off with the character creation, some good and bad. I wish there was more to actually create with the character looks, however the play style of the 3 classes is really nice. The three classes is based off if you want to be stealthy/kill from long range, be a "tank" and be on the front lines of the battle, and the class with the magic and firepower abilities. This makes it so you can really find a class to fit the way you like to play. Next, the game play is really good. The abilities are pretty awesome and are a lot different for each class. Your guns have a lot of different attachments you can upgrade and put on made each gun unique. Also, each weapon has different stats even if it is the same weapon it will have different stats than the same type of gun, making he loot system very random which is nice. This game is meant to be played with people with missions that suggest having multiple people to take on bosses which would be very difficult for one player, and the higher levels you go the more people they suggest for even more difficult boss battles (kind of like raids and dungeons from World of warcraft). Also people say there isn't much to do however you can free roam on the worlds to do side missions. One downside is that you can't communicate with other players unless you are in a party. This is a very rough review since i have yet to play enough to give an in depth review, however from what I have played and watched this is a very fun game with hours of gameplay.… Expand
  71. kingvill
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    One more thing. People also complain that there is no offline mode. First off Bungie stated this from the very beginning. They said this game would be constantly online. So for those of you complaining have you even played the game? If you have not then please don't post a negative review because e you chose not to get it due to no offline. If you have, then you knew there was no offlineOne more thing. People also complain that there is no offline mode. First off Bungie stated this from the very beginning. They said this game would be constantly online. So for those of you complaining have you even played the game? If you have not then please don't post a negative review because e you chose not to get it due to no offline. If you have, then you knew there was no offline in the beginning so if you did not like the fact why get the game in the first place. That is like getting World of Warcraft and expecting there to be an offline mode. That being said you are NOT forced to play with anyone, you can play solo. Yes the open world environment has random players running around. But once you reach your mission location I.E. the point where you cannot respawn, then only you, or members in your fire team whom you have invited an enter that point with you. Meaning if you choose you can play completely solo. So please do not post a bad review because you are butt hurt about it not being offline, more than like you do not have play station plus so you can not even play the game. So ignore those negative reviews… Expand
  72. redobr
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    There are a few issues with this game, but overall I enjoy this game. So far I have put 15 hours into Destiny and will probably put many more. There is no MM voice chat unless you have others in your fireteam, which as bungie says will make the experience more enjoyable without having to mute everyone in the lobby. I'm not sure if i agree with that decision but it is not a dealbreaker byThere are a few issues with this game, but overall I enjoy this game. So far I have put 15 hours into Destiny and will probably put many more. There is no MM voice chat unless you have others in your fireteam, which as bungie says will make the experience more enjoyable without having to mute everyone in the lobby. I'm not sure if i agree with that decision but it is not a dealbreaker by any means. I really enjoy peter dinklage(ghost) narrating/accompanying you throughout the story(so far, have not beat the game yet). Everything in the hunter class has handled really well in terms of combat. A lot of people have mentioned the bosses are all the same, but so far I have only encountered a few real "bosses". They are the giant characters with a lot of health... fairly unique if you ask me. The bosses seem to be used very sparingly. If i could give out of 100, i would probably go with 87-88 but for this im going 9 out of 10… Expand
  73. sillyman
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    Destiny does start off slow in the early levels, but as you gain levels so many more things open up, it is currently suffering from things like, no in-game voice chat outside of fire teams but I have been playing this game non-stop. It doesn't add anything new really, it instead adds things from different games and combines them in a sleek and fantastic way. It doesnt do anything new butDestiny does start off slow in the early levels, but as you gain levels so many more things open up, it is currently suffering from things like, no in-game voice chat outside of fire teams but I have been playing this game non-stop. It doesn't add anything new really, it instead adds things from different games and combines them in a sleek and fantastic way. It doesnt do anything new but what it does do is excellent… Expand
  74. Sin_Kurogami
    Sep 26, 2014
    9
    Hello everyone and welcome to my Destiny review.

    Destiny is the latest game from Halo series creators Bungie, which can be clearly seen in the clever level design and sharp shooting mechanics. Although it is a hard game to categorize, Destiny can be considered a MMOFPS, as you share the world with other players but you're free to do whatever you want. ===========Graphics==========    Hello everyone and welcome to my Destiny review.

    Destiny is the latest game from Halo series creators Bungie, which can be clearly seen in the clever level design and sharp shooting mechanics.

    Although it is a hard game to categorize, Destiny can be considered a MMOFPS, as you share the world with other players but you're free to do whatever you want.

    ===========Graphics==========

    Destiny is gorgeous to look at.

    Bungie once again shows that they are one of the best in the world when it comes to art direction and level design.

    From the desolated wasteland of Old Russia to the deserted areas of Mars (it looks a lot like Tatooine, specially when you are driving around in your Sparrow) you're presented with beautifull scenarious that you constantly amaze you, even after spending several hours with the game.

    ===========Gameplay====================

    This is where Destiny excells, the sharp shooting, the inteligent enemy AI, the hard to take down bosses, all merge together to create an wonderfull experience (Bungie's 30 second heart race that keeps you coming back for more).

    Even when you're just trying to cruise along, if an enemy pops out in the corner of your eye you go for it as it's just so much fun.

    ===============The Crucible===============

    Destiny's PVP is a great experience, even with it's hard learning curve and early unbalanced matchmaking.

    You will grow to love it with time, as you start learning how to spot your enemies quickly and how to engage and disengage in firefights.

    =====================The Story===================

    Many people consider this Destiny's weakness.

    The story is provided to you in loading screens and some cutscenes (that leave you wishing for more).

    Although it is quite vague it sets the tone of the game and gives you the reason to shoot all those aliens in the face and come back for more.

    After all, you are a Guardian, you're supposed to go on missions that help restoring the Traveller and that's exactly what you will be doing.

    ========================Verdict===================

    Destiny is a great game, the mechanics are great, the vistas are gorgeous and the world is really appealing and addictive.

    After you try it and start levelling up, you will want to come back for more, specially if you have some friends to enjoy it with.    … Expand
  75. OutofthisworldX
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    Just finished this game, and have to say im not pleased with it overall, the story missions was all the same, start off in the same setting, go to the same place through the same enemies and face a slightly different mini boss at the end (none of which were hard to kill even on hard) - and i cant really say i fully grasped what the story was about. there is no narrative to the story, ifJust finished this game, and have to say im not pleased with it overall, the story missions was all the same, start off in the same setting, go to the same place through the same enemies and face a slightly different mini boss at the end (none of which were hard to kill even on hard) - and i cant really say i fully grasped what the story was about. there is no narrative to the story, if this cost 500M dollars to cost i would expect a lot more cut scenes, not to the extent that they become intrusive but i can count on 2 hands how many times i saw a cut scene that helped explained what was going on. the only thing i will praise is the graphics. although some textures that were a bit far away looked very very blurry at times. the online is OK but i worry that it will become like titanfall - boring after a week.

    Bungie said this has a 10 year life span, if my memory serves me right, Halo 2 come out in 2004 - ten years ago, ALOT has happened in the gaming industry since then and i wouldnt be surprised to see many of the current games gone within a year (MAX)    … Expand
  76. Birthwrong
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Alright, so here's my two cents;
    First off, I've had the game since opening day, not night. I wasn't playing when everyone was experiencing the Server crashes, and all the other problems as they came about. However, by the time I had gotten home from work, created a character, and set off into Old Russia, I was hooked. The game has such a depth to its environment, with a depth that makes you feel insignificant and lost within the world you're exploring. It has a lot of little things that just make the game enjoyable, and beautiful. The lighting effects are amazing, as are the coinciding shadows. The fact that I saw my own shadow while crawling through a tunnel was awesome in itself. Now, the framerate from what I've noticed isn't all that bad at 30 FPS, I'd much rather have that then something that has a great set of 60 FPS and then completely drops out because there's too much going on in the world around you. Combat is great; that being said, a random spawn would be an excellent addition, rather than knowing where the enemies are gonna spawn all the time. Maybe change what spawns there too. Instead of having a moment of "okay, around this corner are 2 Thresh, 2 Knights and a Wizard, so i need to throw my grenade here and then my knife here and then a sniper shot here." In addition to that, while I know the expansion is coming out the story could have been just a tad bit longer. From what I've heard, it's about 18 hours or so for the story, but I understand that the want to have it be more of a by chapter thing, because of the Ten year plan they have in place.
    Overall, definitely worth buying and playing. I know my review was kind of long winded, and I'm sorry for that. Destiny might have a few cracks, but knowing Bungie, they will definitely fix, and listen to the community, especially with something as great as this. Solid title.    … Expand
  77. Mincepieman
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    It is amazing how painstakingly obvious it is that most of these bad reviews are posted by users who haven't even started the game (seriously... Don't post a review the day the game comes out...) , let alone experience the diverse culture which the player progresses through. If you wanted borderlands 2, then buy the dlc's. If you wanted halo, buy an Xbox. Bungie showed you their game andIt is amazing how painstakingly obvious it is that most of these bad reviews are posted by users who haven't even started the game (seriously... Don't post a review the day the game comes out...) , let alone experience the diverse culture which the player progresses through. If you wanted borderlands 2, then buy the dlc's. If you wanted halo, buy an Xbox. Bungie showed you their game and they sold you exactly that. How can you be disappointed when you've already seen what's to come? Destiny is a well built game evenly balanced between open world, campaign and a sturdy multiplayer. Maybe you should know what you buy because this is what it was always going to be. And that only leaves you to blame yourself for buying a game which wasn't right for you.

    Don't throw off any potential buyers because you can't make decisions. That's just being a dick head...    … Expand
  78. martyfnemec
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    The "trolls" in here are pathetic and embarassing. Each have one real gripe, but then rate the game a 0 out of 10. No voice chat outside of fire teams? 0. No single player offline even though the fact that this game would always be connected to a server was very well known? 0. Get over yourselves.

    This is a great game. As a stand alone co-op campaign, it probably would rate an 8-8.5    The "trolls" in here are pathetic and embarassing. Each have one real gripe, but then rate the game a 0 out of 10. No voice chat outside of fire teams? 0. No single player offline even though the fact that this game would always be connected to a server was very well known? 0. Get over yourselves.

    This is a great game. As a stand alone co-op campaign, it probably would rate an 8-8.5 with me, but when you add in the competitive multiplayer and the fluidity between the two, it has to get a 9 or 9.5. Your character, gear, and levels move between the two. You are actually progressing no matter what you do on the game. Keep in mind, though, that there are MMO elements in here. This is not a COD campaign. There is grinding for gear and rare loot. This game is meant to play for weeks. If you hated Borderlands, there are going to be elements in this game you won't like. We all are different and people who don't enjoy the genres Destiny mashes together may not be a fan. However, this game is an 8 at least, even to people who don't love the genres. It is a very solid and expansive journey in both the PvP and PvE sectors. It's worth a buy and please disregard the 0s and 2s. They are just absurd and are the product of trolls.    … Expand
  79. young176
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    Overall, it is a great game. The visuals are above average. The soundtrack is great, the music really amps up when you are in battle. The gameplay is rather fluid, especially the ability to lift (very fun). The interface for the different planets is great, it is easy to find the missions you need to do, the ones you have already done, and the Crucible (Multiplayer, Team Deathmatch,Overall, it is a great game. The visuals are above average. The soundtrack is great, the music really amps up when you are in battle. The gameplay is rather fluid, especially the ability to lift (very fun). The interface for the different planets is great, it is easy to find the missions you need to do, the ones you have already done, and the Crucible (Multiplayer, Team Deathmatch, Control, etc.) Also, the Tower is a great idea by Bungie, it is a place where you can meet other people, buy weapons, armor, emblems, etc, receive missions or bounties, or even just dance with friends. It was amazing, the first time I went to the Tower, I saw two people dancing, others sitting, and I even found a soccer ball to kick around! The attention to detail is astounding. The story has been good so far, I'm at about the 4th mission, but I can see myself getting hooked in the lore of Destiny. The multiplayer is like nothing I have played before. I have played COD, but never Halo. The Sci-fi elements make it very interesting to me, whether it be the powerful guns, or the ability to lift into the air and slam down on the heads of many opponents. One thing that I didn't like was the loading time to jump into a multiplayer match, it seemed like I stared at the video of the ships flying together for far too long. Maybe that will change in the future. With all that said there is so much you can do in Destiny, I can see myself playing this with friends for a very long time.

    PLAYED ON PS4
    Visuals- 8.5
    Sound-9
    Gameplay- 8.5
    Story- To be determined
    Multiplayer-9
    Level of Fun-9.5
    OVERALL-9    … Expand
  80. Syjjmatic
    Aug 23, 2015
    9
    I haven't been this addicted to a game since World of Warcraft released in 2004.

    The biggest issues I have: - Not on PC. I am an avid PC gamer – not console. I was, and still am, at a pretty steep disadvantage in PvP because my thumb just isn't "trained" as well as some of these console FPS veterans. I would fair much better, and enjoy PvP much more, if I could use my keyboard and    I haven't been this addicted to a game since World of Warcraft released in 2004.

    The biggest issues I have:

    - Not on PC. I am an avid PC gamer – not console. I was, and still am, at a pretty steep disadvantage in PvP because my thumb just isn't "trained" as well as some of these console FPS veterans. I would fair much better, and enjoy PvP much more, if I could use my keyboard and mouse to **** on people.

    - LFG is great, but lacks in some areas. Please, Bungie, please... just make every strike and raid fall under matchmaking. You get all these folks out there that defend Nightfall, VoG, and Crota's End for not falling under matchmaking, because somehow it would make the game easier if it were? I'm sorry, but not having a job and a family to take care of doesn't make you "hard core" or make the game any more challenging to you. Matchmaking is essential for me, and many others, because I just don't have the time (or the amount of personal online friends) to start my own group or wait to join one. You don't hurt anyone by making all content LFG. Just do it.

    Other than these two issues, this is the best game on current-gen consoles and is one of the best games I have ever played, period.    … Expand
  81. deekaai
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    Okay so Im going to be writing quite a long review for this game as its quite a lot to absorb. First of all if you plan on buying this game you need to give it a chance this isn't one of the many games that you might not pick up and instantly love it sort of deal... It grows on you quite a lot. PLEASE NOTE: I have only played to soft cap so far so my experience is limited to those who haveOkay so Im going to be writing quite a long review for this game as its quite a lot to absorb. First of all if you plan on buying this game you need to give it a chance this isn't one of the many games that you might not pick up and instantly love it sort of deal... It grows on you quite a lot. PLEASE NOTE: I have only played to soft cap so far so my experience is limited to those who have played to 30.

    Graphics:
    Okay so obviously games these days arent fully polished before being released. But Destiny seems to give off that polished feel- in most levels. There are a couple (about 4-5) instances where theres broken textures or bleeding lightmaps which for a game this big is a very tiny ammount.Coming from a fellow game developers perspective its quite a hard thing to fully polish something before release and I do feel for the artists when they hear theres a couple of faults. Those who are wonderingg which console will look better I have to admit out of both of my consoles the Ps4 looked better in terms of graphics. It could just be because of the native 1080 with the playstation console but nevertheless both versions are infact very pretty.

    Story: For those of you that say there is no story I'd have to give you a thumbs down its obvious that you didn't really pay attentiion to the story whilst your playing. This story is not weak by any chances it actually pulls you in I think half an hour into the game I was immersed into the story and I wanted more.There doesn't seem to be active plot holes though it would have been good to include the side missions in a little more I felt that department was lacking a tiny little bit in the story department. All up its a good story if your into that type of thing.

    Playability: This is a new game new games always have server issues please be reminded of that. I think after midnight launch me and a friend were sitting playing together not talking just playing the next time I spoke was around 5 hours later even though we were in the same fireteam its a very immersive game. But I would also like to note this isnt Call of Duty nor is it WoW so when your playing it would be a good reminder of that. Of course there have been issues like: centepeide (this is a server error they are creative with names I even got a error code called cattle and sheep lol!) which they are actively fixing. I have to admit this game has some replayability too which is nice. Despite the errors this is definately replayable.

    Gameplay: Before you argue about what its like take the time to also play borderlands. I think this falls under MMOFPS. Mind you compairing games is a bad thing in the first place. Gameplay is quite smooth especially with the leveling. Nothings really broken here which is nice. Though you might want to consider putting lvl20+ in thier own crucible Im sick of battling level9 and below no challenge haha.

    Voicechat: I think it was a good idea that if you arent friends or in the same fireteam that you couldnt speak with other players it forces you to communicate with friends. though I did find multiplayer hard without communication I kinda just followed the pack situation. There were a couple of issues when using a headset I want to be able to lower the volume of the actual game which unfortuneately you cant.

    Verdict: 9/10

    Would I reccomend?: I reccomend MMO fans to atleast give this game a try you wont be dissapointed. I don't reccomend this game if your one of those hardcore CoD fans you'll just end up **** about it on forums later.

    All in all from a game developers standpoint it is a well done game and I think people should give this game a chance before dismissing it. Of course it has some flaws but all games do at least they tried to please. I'll definately be playing this game for a long time!    … Expand
  82. StealthyK1LLs
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    This game is pure joy for me and my friends. It looks great, the controls are very nice, the gameplay is captivating and different, the AI is just perfect, player models and customization expansive, game style unique, servers and IP very stable and reliable, and you feel so immersed into your space environment. Also, don't you dare call it a Halo ripoff, because first, the gameplay is notThis game is pure joy for me and my friends. It looks great, the controls are very nice, the gameplay is captivating and different, the AI is just perfect, player models and customization expansive, game style unique, servers and IP very stable and reliable, and you feel so immersed into your space environment. Also, don't you dare call it a Halo ripoff, because first, the gameplay is not much like Halo, even though it has that sort of vibe, and second, it was made by the same company as the Halo creators. How can someone rip off their own game? The point is, it's a great game. However, it doesn't earn a ten. Yes, it was overhyped (ughh, I hate that word), and I know, you always have to be online, and yes, I am aware that missions aren't very fun without friends. But, those are my only complaints. I'm glad I spent 60 dallars on this game. And, OOOH! All that content!! The class systems and races are also a cool way to make your hero your own. And don't even get me started on how great of an addition PvP is (why do no reviewers take this into consideration when scoring? The crucible is a huge part of the game). This is a must own. I don't care about what any haters or trolls will say, but it is your destiny to play this game, if, of course you have a few friends and internet. 9/10 all the way! Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go kick some alien ass and dance the robot on their dead bodies with my pals.… Expand
  83. VikingBashface7
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    I dont get all the negativity in the reviews, destiny is a great game but it does have its flaws. I dont get how people are comparing this game to halo it does have the same space opera feel but if this game wasnt made by bungie i doubt anyone would be saying this. But the game does have some similarities to borderlands because of the focus on coop and loot however the personolization ofI dont get all the negativity in the reviews, destiny is a great game but it does have its flaws. I dont get how people are comparing this game to halo it does have the same space opera feel but if this game wasnt made by bungie i doubt anyone would be saying this. But the game does have some similarities to borderlands because of the focus on coop and loot however the personolization of your character is much greater and you will find yourself fighting much more enemies at one time than borderlands. The enemies while smart are just not aggresive enough with enemies that could easily kill you up close retreating after taking damage the game has the potential to be challenging but the enemy a.i needs to be updated. And as for the story it might not appear to be anything at first but if you are interested and want to go deeper you can and lastly for the always online feature destiny is meant to be a coop game where you will run into other players randomly and can choose to help or ignore them this does not make destiny an mmo though as the most players that you will see outside the tower will be 7 during raids. Just two more things, the game could defanintaly use less hold yor ground against oncoming enemies scenario which i have seen every other mission… Expand
  84. DarthNur
    Sep 11, 2014
    9
    Great setting, sci-fi feeling, every mission on hard is really badass, you wont win pushing forward. Adorable design of everything you see, sound great, looks better.
    "-" some exploits you can use to win almost every level, npc can get out their special zone, so if your body died, just run of of zone and wait him to revive, or shoot mobs from your cheating position
  85. EpionDead
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    Do you like grind Dungeon Crawlers or Shooters? This game is for you. It is the Diablo/Guild Wars of shooters. The story line is engaging, but not epic (Hence the 9). Countering some complaints:

    1. Its always online......so is the world, you really need to catch up 2. There is no single player....all story line is instanced so it can actually be single player 3. Borderlands is    Do you like grind Dungeon Crawlers or Shooters? This game is for you. It is the Diablo/Guild Wars of shooters. The story line is engaging, but not epic (Hence the 9). Countering some complaints:

    1. Its always online......so is the world, you really need to catch up
    2. There is no single player....all story line is instanced so it can actually be single player
    3. Borderlands is better.....Borderlands is totally different so that is preference (It really is different)
    4. The First (less then 20 hours) suck....I disagree and you are rating a game that has a 10 year plan on its first 20 hours.
    5. It is grindy....It for sure is, it is a loot upgrade game....a dungeon crawler...you loot here so you can loot there....so you can show people how leetz you are....that's the point.

    My Suggestions to getting a 9 feeling:

    1. Play story line until you hit level six and don't go back until you hit level 20
    2. Hit level 20, don't want to spoil, but like Guild Wars, the game doesn't start until you hit max level    … Expand
  86. pissekatt
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    Counter-bomb engaged!
    Don't listen to the bumhats bombing this game with red scores! It's worth a solid 8.6 or above. If you enjoyed the Halo series you'll enjoy this as well. (And if you play it you'll understand why it's impossible to talk about without referencing Bungies earlier games.) Just don't buy it expecting an MMO - it's Bungie building off of Halo. Weapons feel great to fire,    Counter-bomb engaged!
    Don't listen to the bumhats bombing this game with red scores! It's worth a solid 8.6 or above. If you enjoyed the Halo series you'll enjoy this as well. (And if you play it you'll understand why it's impossible to talk about without referencing Bungies earlier games.) Just don't buy it expecting an MMO - it's Bungie building off of Halo. Weapons feel great to fire, coop with the difficulty cranked up is a blast and the PvP so far(I've only played ~8 matches) feels like Halo with customizable builds and with less emphasis on vehicles.
    Now, the story is kind of bland compared to Halo... There are a lot of clichés thrown in there and Dinklebot could have done a better job with the voiceacting and the patrol missions (easily skippable with a few pvp matches) have you retreading a lot of ground and can get a little tedious after a while.

    All in all it's a solid experience, one I'm sure I'll sink enough hours into to justify buying it and then some and so far I'm not regretting getting off the fence and buying a console in time it's release.    … Expand
  87. samuca
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    Personally off the beta I would give it an 8-9, but find that the spam of 0-2 reviews is uncalled for, and just childish hate from what seems to be mostly mad halo fans.
  88. Dem0s
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    Man, the video game community has become so spoiled. What is all this hatred all over the Internet from commuters and analysts alike. This game is truly AAA game that deserve a lot of credit. It's so polished and well refined. Everything is so well thought. The vistas and environments are pure art!!! The voice acting is really good, but everyone complains about it, hell the spoiled gamersMan, the video game community has become so spoiled. What is all this hatred all over the Internet from commuters and analysts alike. This game is truly AAA game that deserve a lot of credit. It's so polished and well refined. Everything is so well thought. The vistas and environments are pure art!!! The voice acting is really good, but everyone complains about it, hell the spoiled gamers today expect Tyron Lannister to come out in the battlefield and play game of thrones. THIS IS A GAME PEOPLE, IT'S NOT A MOVIE OR SERIAL, YOU ARE THE PROTAGONIST, DON'T EXPECT TYRON TO BE. I have played many award winning games over the years, and really it has been some time since I played an addictive game like this. I have also played Halo and i must say that Destiny is a more ambitious project than the Halo franchise.
    The only reason I am giving this game a 9, is because the perfect game doesn't exist yet, I would have given Destiny a 9.5 if metacritic allowed me to.    … Expand
  89. skbahtah882
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    What people need to understand is that this game is rated by EVERYBODY based on the hype and the disappointment when it came out. Not only that, but it is also being reviewed relative to how it resembles other games such as Halo and Borderlands when it is clear that it is it's own game. The game is not an MMO, the hype made it seem that way through false interperetations, and BungieWhat people need to understand is that this game is rated by EVERYBODY based on the hype and the disappointment when it came out. Not only that, but it is also being reviewed relative to how it resembles other games such as Halo and Borderlands when it is clear that it is it's own game. The game is not an MMO, the hype made it seem that way through false interperetations, and Bungie never labeled this game as an MMO, just that it would take some aspects from them. This game takes it's own stab at a new type of game that takes aspects from some of the best games out there, but still manages to do its own thing. It has at least seven hours of campaign, not including strikes, but the gameplay is fluid and rewarding, and it makes you want to play for hours continuously. The game is the perfect mix of a first person shooter that integrates the single player and multiplayer almost perfectly to my liking. The game is immense although not described as that, and the customization is unique and fun to work with. The multiplayer is also one of the coolest I've played in a while, and while most people are (like IGN), it can't be rated on whether it is competitive enough. The gameplay is by almost no means repetitive until after 20 hours, having four different worlds and a good library of multiplayer maps. Granted, the game does have flaws even though they don't take away from the game and the experience Bungie wanted you to have. The story is slow, the gameplay and mood are superb, the multiplayer is fun and diverse, the sound is enjoyable and the graphics are stunning. While the game is big, it is not as big as some would expect but neither are a lot of other very important games. If the hype didn't reach such a high point, this game would score a 9 on any website period.… Expand
  90. AnthonySRago
    Oct 2, 2014
    9
    This is my first game of such scope and genre. While I have played FPS before namely Black and Call Of Duty - this one rules in terms of both weapons, art and music. The last two positively drive me emotionally into the game. Strikes are great fun. Where Bungie fails is such: PVP is unfair for beginners like me. You just can't compete with the game studs out there. No way to talk toThis is my first game of such scope and genre. While I have played FPS before namely Black and Call Of Duty - this one rules in terms of both weapons, art and music. The last two positively drive me emotionally into the game. Strikes are great fun. Where Bungie fails is such: PVP is unfair for beginners like me. You just can't compete with the game studs out there. No way to talk to others except through Party via a mostly random way of getting to join others or begging. I have found some really nice guys though who have let me join along even though my play is weak still. Story line is a bit weak - but I don't buy games like this for story lines anyway and I doubt most people do. Random drops are a bit silly and it is tedious getting over lvl 20. Overall, I still think Bungie has scored a real winner with Destiny. I play every single minute I can. They also have a very cool app for smartphones. It does rule when you play with a team. 9.25 is my rating.… Expand
  91. Malalaw
    Sep 12, 2014
    9
    This game is getting massive hate, but it is far from being terrible. It is a 10 year project. Try to give it some time and enjoy what we have right now. PVP is solid and the story is somewhat boring but the gameplay makes up for it.
  92. souptra
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    From a person who never followed the hype for this game i can say that playing destiny was a really subtle, but fun experience. Bungie take a step away from the action movie styled video games and made this one more of a classic game where fun and interactivity matters. The universe was familiar and believable for the most part, and it gives me hope for the future when humanity will spreadFrom a person who never followed the hype for this game i can say that playing destiny was a really subtle, but fun experience. Bungie take a step away from the action movie styled video games and made this one more of a classic game where fun and interactivity matters. The universe was familiar and believable for the most part, and it gives me hope for the future when humanity will spread across our universe and hopefully beyond. If you are interested in sci fi then you will love this. The feeling of acquiring new gear, bolstering your armor and completing bounties are quite challenging and fun, and very satisfying. The level design is truly beautiful; well-crafted excellence. and to experience a vague idea of what it'd be like to go to the Moon, Venus, and Mars, and look up at the galaxy is a one in a lifetime experience. I have been seeing a lot of negative reviews, and i think you should take them with a grain of salt, but my experience of destiny was wonderful. money well spent, i give this game a 9/10, definitely worthy of a sequel.… Expand
  93. all4ndee
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    I'm kind of sick of the "over-hyped" review. I feel like the only reason people fall into this "over-hyped" space is because they didn't take the time to look into the game before release and just imagined a revolutionary game without knowing what to really expect.

    Before the game was released, I was super excited for the game, knowing that there's gonna be an fps-mmo-rpg coming. But    I'm kind of sick of the "over-hyped" review. I feel like the only reason people fall into this "over-hyped" space is because they didn't take the time to look into the game before release and just imagined a revolutionary game without knowing what to really expect.

    Before the game was released, I was super excited for the game, knowing that there's gonna be an fps-mmo-rpg coming. But as soon as I saw beta gameplay, I knew what Bungie was actually going for.

    Now this game is no Borderlands (mainly since the story isn't as fun and charming as Borderlands storylines), but it doesn't have to be. Because instead, what they made was a very beautifully (graphically) made fps-rpg game (I've left out the mmo part because it doesnt really feel mmo-y, where you see other players, but treat them like npc's).
    The gameplay is great, and the world is just beautiful. Story is... meh (but for an mmo, its up there). I definitely loved the strike missions, but it was pretty silent during the whole thing which undercuts the fun a bit.
    This game is definitely a grindfest, if not for levels, for loot. But that's okay, there's always strike missions, and if you want there's multiplayer game modes.

    But in conclusion, look at the game before getting it, knowing what to expect. This game is great for the most part, and just falls a little bit in others. Really wished the story was more motivating, just because its Bungie and my expectations were a little high for that. Let's hope Bungie see's their mistakes and just goes up from there.    … Expand
  94. Shamus1969
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    I seriously question if some of the negative reviewers have even played the game. Perfect? No, but I am not sure that I have played a game since Oblivion that has so captured my attention so quickly. I am still in the early stages of the game so I cant speak for the content later on but I am hooked. I see myself running late for work, dinner etc. in the coming months because I have to seeI seriously question if some of the negative reviewers have even played the game. Perfect? No, but I am not sure that I have played a game since Oblivion that has so captured my attention so quickly. I am still in the early stages of the game so I cant speak for the content later on but I am hooked. I see myself running late for work, dinner etc. in the coming months because I have to see what is around the corner or down the stairway. It is addictive. The graphics are gorgeous, enemy animation is organic, although when I am at the Traveler and see my character running it looks a little stilted. Why can they not get that right? The level of detail is amazing. The sound of the firefights is spot on but the music is underwhelming. Not bad just not on the same level as the visual presentation. The fodder enemies provide a simple challenge without being pushovers, they will kill you if you are careless. Boss fights are well balanced and challenging. Mind you I am still in the early stages so I haven't encountered many but, I noticed that the attack pattern of the bosses is varied enough that I couldn't special move spam kill them. This is not a loot fest like Borderlands or WOW so if that is what you like be prepared, but you still get cool weapons and armor to upgrade. The biggest complaint that I would have is that the world seems a little empty, but not dead. There are hidden passages all over to take but the enemies inside do not scale to your level so be ready to run if you see something with ??? for levels. You will die. Short story, if you like exploring, leveling, FPS, and fun, get this game. You will not be disappointed.… Expand
  95. Desbo4268
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    This game reminds me a lot of playing Diablo online with my friends, if you can get your head around that then you will truly understand what Destiny has to offer.
    Let me just say the gameplay is phenomenal and there were no glitches or network errors over the last few days that I jave been playing, and trust me when I say the game truly begins after lvl 20, Well done Bungie I look    This game reminds me a lot of playing Diablo online with my friends, if you can get your head around that then you will truly understand what Destiny has to offer.
    Let me just say the gameplay is phenomenal and there were no glitches or network errors over the last few days that I jave been playing, and trust me when I say the game truly begins after lvl 20, Well done Bungie I look forward to many hours in the world that you have created.    … Expand
  96. ham240
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    Well, Im hooked to this game. Really fun. I haven't beaten it yet, but from what I have played, It is amazing. I'll admit its not a "next gen experience", but I don't really care. But its not perfect. I really don't like how you need plus to play missions with your friends, and also there is a few missions that just feel like repeats. But other than that, Its amazing.
  97. linkdude64000
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    I find it hilarious how many 0s this game is getting. There are things that aren't perfect about every game - the difference is that Destiny is designed to be heavily and massively expanded, improved, and modified over many years. It will only improve based on feedback.

    Right now, the game is extremely fun to play in a casual way, and there are very difficult options available if you're    I find it hilarious how many 0s this game is getting. There are things that aren't perfect about every game - the difference is that Destiny is designed to be heavily and massively expanded, improved, and modified over many years. It will only improve based on feedback.

    Right now, the game is extremely fun to play in a casual way, and there are very difficult options available if you're more competitive.
    The game has extremely tight controls for a console shooter - especially for how mobile the player character is.
    That is to say, the gameplay is rock solid 10/10

    The negatives are that the netcode isn't 100% perfect. I am not fully satisfied with how the MMO aspect has been handled - but then I'm reminded that nothing of this sort has ever been attempted before by any studio at this scale.

    For all of its flaws, Destiny is an extremely polished product that can appeal to a very diverse user base and will only continue to expand.    … Expand
  98. horusoftheday
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    Im going to start with... rating a game a 0,1,2 or a three... they are the type of games you turn off after you insert the disk. Dont listen to all the haters saying its a terrible game. I have played it for fifteen hours and I hate it??? Fifteen hours? Not liking it one bit? Its been out for two days. I get that fps mmo games with an rpg element arent for everyone. And yes I could pick aIm going to start with... rating a game a 0,1,2 or a three... they are the type of games you turn off after you insert the disk. Dont listen to all the haters saying its a terrible game. I have played it for fifteen hours and I hate it??? Fifteen hours? Not liking it one bit? Its been out for two days. I get that fps mmo games with an rpg element arent for everyone. And yes I could pick a few faults. Lets remember killzone shadow fall was a 7 or an 8? And now everyone is telling me this isnt even as good? Ive probably put about ten hours in and its pretty much what I expect from most rpgs these days. Story isnt a big part of the game *cough cough diablo*
    Most games these days focus on interactions with other gamers. This one virtually said it was about that and people are expecting a really in depth rpg with fps and engrossing storyline? This is pretty obvioisly a game about raiding with friends. Saying that I have only been running through solo. And the content and scope of the size of the game is jaw dropping. Alot of people are complaining about bosses having a high health... have you guys played a mmo game before? Plus maybe your not killing them because you have not put the time in to developing your weapons and matching armor to suit your play style? Because I know I can take down most bosses with 4 head shots maybe 5 with a sniper rifle? Love the difficulty of it. Its a fun openended game with room for expansions and development    … Expand
  99. MrNotspain
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    This game is absolutely fantastic and incredibly in-depth. I don't actually know why people are reviewing it badly but me and my friends had and still have hours of enjoyment. By the reviews of the user reviews your saying that you had an equal amount of enjoyment in playing this game as Madden NFL 15. How?
  100. skydragon12
    Sep 14, 2014
    9
    Ok, someone explained this game perfectly: This is not a perfect game, but it is a perfect gaming experience. This game is so much fun, I can't get enough. I love it. The only complaint I have is that the story is meh and short, but the game really shines with co op and multiplayer. I'm sure that with expansions the story will be better written and then with Destiny 2: Destiny harder orOk, someone explained this game perfectly: This is not a perfect game, but it is a perfect gaming experience. This game is so much fun, I can't get enough. I love it. The only complaint I have is that the story is meh and short, but the game really shines with co op and multiplayer. I'm sure that with expansions the story will be better written and then with Destiny 2: Destiny harder or whatever it's going to be called that bungie learned a lesson and will make it huge and well written. That will get my 10/10. I should give this game an 8 but it's so much fun that I overlook some things so whateva.… Expand
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#57 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 95 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 34 out of 95
  3. Negative: 1 out of 95
  1. RPGamer
    Nov 25, 2014
    70
    Although Destiny isn't the brilliant start to a franchise that many had hoped for, it's a great game for those who can push through its flaws and enjoy the ride.
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  2. Edge Magazine
    Nov 5, 2014
    80
    What is most amazing of all is that despite its litany of weird little problems, Destiny is fantastic, its combat up there with the very best, the thrilling rhythm of its battles still not fading the 30th time through, and it has no single systemic problem that is not fixable. [Dec 2014, p.106]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 25, 2014
    89
    Destiny is a flawed but still extremely fun first person shooter. While the Destiny universe itself seems intriguing, the storyline is told in such an incoherent manner that it's hard not to be turned off by all the technobabble. Fortunately the co-op shooter mechanics are absolutely perfect. The loot system can be maddening, but in a way it adds to the game's addictiveness. [Oct 2014]
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