Destiny

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  1. alastair
    Sep 18, 2014
    6
    a game that i was looking so forward to owning has just fallen short of the expectations. i played the beta really enjoyed it was looking forward to seeing what the full version had . well... it didn't really have much more to it. i felt reaching level 8 on the beta was really enough for destiny . i am now level 10 and im bored. it seems like its dragging on . the same situations over anda game that i was looking so forward to owning has just fallen short of the expectations. i played the beta really enjoyed it was looking forward to seeing what the full version had . well... it didn't really have much more to it. i felt reaching level 8 on the beta was really enough for destiny . i am now level 10 and im bored. it seems like its dragging on . the same situations over and over again. :( really wanted to like this game but i just think its boring… Expand
  2. Krabat
    Sep 18, 2014
    8
    Destiny isn't the messiah of modern gaming that some hoped it would be, but it's still a lot of fun.

    The single player campaign is solid. Atmosphere, world design and back story are top notch, even though you have to venture outside the game to get all of it. The missions themselves feel a bit repetetive and the story that is told throughout the game feels a bit lackluster but the great    Destiny isn't the messiah of modern gaming that some hoped it would be, but it's still a lot of fun.

    The single player campaign is solid. Atmosphere, world design and back story are top notch, even though you have to venture outside the game to get all of it. The missions themselves feel a bit repetetive and the story that is told throughout the game feels a bit lackluster but the great gunplay keeps you interested and engaged during the missions and there is just enough story to make you want to know more about the world.

    Where the game shines is in all the elements it takes from MMOs. A loot system that is part chance and part effort, dungeon runs with pick up groups and fast PVP that's either objective based or (team) deathmatch.

    The technical side is also flawless. Graphics, sound and music are out of this world and the networking seems solid, I at least didn't get disconnected even once. The action is also very well designed with the guns and special abilities having just the right feel to it.

    All in all I would rate Destiny 7.5, but since that's not possible here and since I'm gonna give it some props for the potential it shows for future expansion I'm gonna round up to 8.    … Expand
  3. Alidengote
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    THIS game is very funny. I have probably played it for over 16000 hours and i just can't get enough of destiny there is so much to do even after 16000 hours of playing. I love the game because of the graphics and because of the community there are only a**holes in the community which means that it is a very good community!!!

    My wore may game - Alidengote 2014
  4. CAK
    Sep 18, 2014
    8
    Destiny. A game that was set to deliver us to a new gaming experience. Did Bungie achieve what they set out for? As of right now? Not yet. In this day and age, games are rushed to be released and more often than not, arent quite finished when sold. Doesnt make it a bad game though. Coming from a background of years of MMO play, I can understand what they're striving for. People who haventDestiny. A game that was set to deliver us to a new gaming experience. Did Bungie achieve what they set out for? As of right now? Not yet. In this day and age, games are rushed to be released and more often than not, arent quite finished when sold. Doesnt make it a bad game though. Coming from a background of years of MMO play, I can understand what they're striving for. People who havent played many MMOs dont seem to understand the grinding aspect of this game. Complaining because you have to do the same thing over and over or fighting the same monsters. Um.. hello people, that is what an MMO is. Please show me one MMO that you dont grind in. Ill be waiting for a response. It's not a game for everyone sure. You have to know what you're getting involved in before making a purchase and then whining because it wasnt what you thought. This game is very ambitious and given about 2 years will be quite a fun game due to patches and various updates. The graphics are on par with old gen style Borderlands which isnt a bad thing. The story is eh, but give it time, Bungie is just getting our feet wet. The gameplay is where Destiny shines. Fun and challenging strikes, raids, and pvp will easily keep this game afloat even with the thousands of people trying to pull it down. Sadly there is no chat box option to communicate, which is ridiculous. Every game from now on needs to have a world chat regardless of the game. And where is the voice chatting when matched with randoms? The things they left out of this game are mindless, stupid errors. But they are fixable issues though. Which is Destiny's issue at this point. Mindless errors are randomly plagued all over Destiny's landscape, but in time this will easily be one of the most enjoyable games of 2015.… Expand
  5. Liquid303
    Sep 18, 2014
    10
    I was one of the masses ,questioning if this loftily ambitious title was worth it or not . So I read every review possible ,confident I might have to return my game due to such bad reviews. Thank god they were oh so wrong. Granted ,it could be better but what I found here was brimming with such atmospheric polish I was totally immersed from the start. Being a fan of The Borderland andI was one of the masses ,questioning if this loftily ambitious title was worth it or not . So I read every review possible ,confident I might have to return my game due to such bad reviews. Thank god they were oh so wrong. Granted ,it could be better but what I found here was brimming with such atmospheric polish I was totally immersed from the start. Being a fan of The Borderland and Diablo series let me tell you that this games loot and upgrade systems have an almost drug addictive quality. There's no reviewer ,including myself ,that can accurately describe the games nuances enough. You simply need to buy this game Trust me, you definitely spent more in the past, for less.… Expand
  6. DoctorxWalrus
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    Destiny has given me an all around amazing experience. The drops, the troll Cryptarch, the multiplayer, and so much more make Destiny truly amazing. I could go on forever, but I think this pretty much sums up the true amazingness of Destiny.
  7. OspreyBravo18
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    Destiny is a fantastic example of how our generation is so desperate for instant gratification. My reason for saying this is due to the fact that most negative reviews game out within the first 24 hours using only the content that had been released to help players level and gear for the games future which involves raids and other dungeons and tons of endgame content that Bungie hasDestiny is a fantastic example of how our generation is so desperate for instant gratification. My reason for saying this is due to the fact that most negative reviews game out within the first 24 hours using only the content that had been released to help players level and gear for the games future which involves raids and other dungeons and tons of endgame content that Bungie has promised will be mindblowing... Vault of Glass has already proven that they weren't kidding the raid is insanely difficult and involves mechanics that remind me of my days raiding in WoW... This game has rekindled that love for MMO's I once had and given me the opportunity to start fresh and try to keep with the pack and not play a constant game of catch up. Familiar controls, gorgeous artwork, great potential, fun character classes that don't feel like any one has a advantage over the other, proof that raids won't be simple as **** and that completing even the first part of vault of glass felt amazingly rewarding to complete, and so many more things. The biggest key to enjoying Destiny is approaching with an open mind and understanding what you want out of an MMORPG. Bungie did their best to cater to the softcore players as well as the hardcore raiders and they did a good job and anyone who wanted to get a taste of raiding in the first few weeks was dropped as a baby... The idiotic comments on here bashing Destiny before it is even off the ground are so frustrating I can barely put together a comment that doesn't consist of derogatory remarks towards all the moronic commenters who's reviews are going to potentially lose Bungie 2.5million in money that should be going towards developing more future content....… Expand
  8. ImminentProphet
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    First mmo to have better than current gen graphics. First mmo to have a near glitchless launch. Has the most replay value for a current gen game.

    Massive beautiful worlds and infinite things to work towards. Difficult enough to keep you on your toes. The reasons are endless. This is not just a niche game that has low quality. The only reason you wouldn't see the beauty in this game    First mmo to have better than current gen graphics. First mmo to have a near glitchless launch. Has the most replay value for a current gen game.

    Massive beautiful worlds and infinite things to work towards. Difficult enough to keep you on your toes. The reasons are endless. This is not just a niche game that has low quality.

    The only reason you wouldn't see the beauty in this game is if you don't like the genre or if you came in with different expectations. In that care any experience can be ruined in that way.

    Is this a classic that will stand the trials of time? Not Likely. Possible game of the year? Likely. One of the most impressive mmos of all time? Yes. Give the darn game a good rating.    … Expand
  9. Eulogy123
    Sep 17, 2014
    0
    This game is TERRIBLE. Beat it in 2 days and the multiplayer feels sluggish and the maps are a cluttered mess. It's not an MMO fps. There's no exploration. Borderlands did this the right way, Bungie = epic FAIL. Anybody who tells you differently is just mad b/c they wasted their money. I don't really care though because I'd rather you not waste your money as well. It really doesThis game is TERRIBLE. Beat it in 2 days and the multiplayer feels sluggish and the maps are a cluttered mess. It's not an MMO fps. There's no exploration. Borderlands did this the right way, Bungie = epic FAIL. Anybody who tells you differently is just mad b/c they wasted their money. I don't really care though because I'd rather you not waste your money as well. It really does suck. Terrible story mode, not enough variety in multiplayer, horrible maps which is surprising coming from Bungie. Huge disappointment here. Save your money.… Expand
  10. LTDan50
    Sep 17, 2014
    0
    Very over hyped. Man did they get me hook line and sinker. I bought the Ghost Edition, and after about 5 hours of game play I regret it. the story is almost not there, just run here ghost needs to look at something you fight off waves of enemies and repeat, over and over, Whats that the game is different at 20 you say? You are right because now you cant level up normally, you must findVery over hyped. Man did they get me hook line and sinker. I bought the Ghost Edition, and after about 5 hours of game play I regret it. the story is almost not there, just run here ghost needs to look at something you fight off waves of enemies and repeat, over and over, Whats that the game is different at 20 you say? You are right because now you cant level up normally, you must find armor with light. That's why I thought lets farm for rare legendary engrams, but wait when ever I get them THEY TURN INTO LOWER TIER ITEMS! This game is a joke! If you are thinking about getting it wait, rent it or find it on your local used game rack. Bungie shame on you for this over hyped joke of a game, years of work right yup what ever you say.… Expand
  11. zephead223
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    I will start by saying that it is obvious 90% of the user reviews here who were so negative didnt even get to level 10 on 1 character. Look at the review dates, all on release day. This is not a game for the instant gratification call of duty child. It successfully blends a fantastic fps element with great gunplay, with every part of an.MMO that isnt boring. This gane isnt perfect, butI will start by saying that it is obvious 90% of the user reviews here who were so negative didnt even get to level 10 on 1 character. Look at the review dates, all on release day. This is not a game for the instant gratification call of duty child. It successfully blends a fantastic fps element with great gunplay, with every part of an.MMO that isnt boring. This gane isnt perfect, but after reaching the endgame I realize thats where the game truly starts(just like.bungie said prelease mind you). If you look at the release schedule bungie has new content coming out EVERY WEEK. The soundtrack is simply sublime, each class and customizations fits any shooters style. There is a grind element but for me the gunplay was so superb it nevwr felt that way. Dont listen to these spoiled add generation kids and treat yourself to an immersive evergrowing experience. It is by no means perfect, but I do feelbin a years time it actually will be.… Expand
  12. DaUber
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    It is a very solid game with an in-depth storyline that is very enjoyable. However, I have not had a wow moment that feels like I have just acomplished something in the game.

    Overall a very good game
    P.S all the bad reviews are from elitist PC games that are just jelly
  13. Pooj
    Sep 17, 2014
    0
    If you're a Halo player looking for something from the same company who made Halo, re-evaluate the merits on which your purchase would reside. This game is hollow garbage. The gameplay might be "smooth," but it's meaningless and skillless. Halo multiplayer fans, stay clear. The music might be unique and the art might be appealing, but the story itself - the universe itself - is boring.If you're a Halo player looking for something from the same company who made Halo, re-evaluate the merits on which your purchase would reside. This game is hollow garbage. The gameplay might be "smooth," but it's meaningless and skillless. Halo multiplayer fans, stay clear. The music might be unique and the art might be appealing, but the story itself - the universe itself - is boring. Halo campaign fans, stay clear.… Expand
  14. jcarroll1
    Sep 17, 2014
    4
    This game is very poor. Each mission follows the same basic structure as the last, you fight your way to an objective and then defend the objective against several waves of similar enemies. The game offers no variation and consistently fails in delivering anything beyond standard FPS combat. Graphically the game is ok but nothing special, especially when considering i played it on a nextThis game is very poor. Each mission follows the same basic structure as the last, you fight your way to an objective and then defend the objective against several waves of similar enemies. The game offers no variation and consistently fails in delivering anything beyond standard FPS combat. Graphically the game is ok but nothing special, especially when considering i played it on a next gen console.… Expand
  15. matatat
    Sep 17, 2014
    7
    The ending was kind of really disappointing, and I maxed out to level 20 after a few days. There should be higher levels to achieve based on EXP not on light armor. All armor purchases should be based on glimmer. It seems impossible to upgrade to the Crucible guns in rank 3 or the armor in rank 2. They should have made the Reef Villains more integral to the story. Settings on the guns areThe ending was kind of really disappointing, and I maxed out to level 20 after a few days. There should be higher levels to achieve based on EXP not on light armor. All armor purchases should be based on glimmer. It seems impossible to upgrade to the Crucible guns in rank 3 or the armor in rank 2. They should have made the Reef Villains more integral to the story. Settings on the guns are not revisable if there is only one enhancement option. The enemies all follow the same fighting pattern and cease their chase if you back off far enough. The story follows this pattern where your ghost unlocks stuff and you wait around and knock off a few bad guys. Maybe next time they will get it right. At least the multiplayer Crucible is awesome and challenging. They just need to implement a chat function. How can I talk to other players and coordinate without it???… Expand
  16. SongOfDepletion
    Sep 17, 2014
    8
    Well, I've been playing this game for over a week now, and while not all of my expectations were met, I think Bungie still pulled off something pretty impressive. The nicest way of putting this is "they left plenty of room for improvement." "Destiny" has the makings of something great, but all of the greatness has not been made yet, and Bungie should listen attentively to the moreWell, I've been playing this game for over a week now, and while not all of my expectations were met, I think Bungie still pulled off something pretty impressive. The nicest way of putting this is "they left plenty of room for improvement." "Destiny" has the makings of something great, but all of the greatness has not been made yet, and Bungie should listen attentively to the more reasonable negative player feedback that they've received. That said, I'm continuing to enjoy the game, and think that its graphical fidelity, fun gameplay style, and overall gorgeous presentation makes it well worth playing.

    What's good:
    -Great overall feel for an FPS.
    -Cool weapons and armor.
    -Space magic.
    -Beautiful Environments.
    -Great voice cast.
    -Simple but consuming leveling system.
    -More space magic.
    -Dinklage

    What's bad:
    -Poorly explained universe: This game needed a codex like Mass Effect, which leads me to...
    -Grimoire Cards: Dear Bungie, don't make me use a web browser to look at the cards that somewhat explain the universe. That is all.
    -Remember that great voice cast? Now imagine a game where they barely say anything...except for Dinklage.
    -A story that is most definitely about something, I think. Maybe? It wasn't so great.
    -Total lack of character development.
    -Limited Loot.
    -Level cap too low.

    Even with the list of gripes above (which are by no means the extent of them), I still like "Destiny" a lot. Bungie has created a breathtaking game world, and it seems like the sort of world that's designed to be expanded, and so I think there's a pretty good chance that the "Destiny" universe will be expanded to include more planets and (hopefully better) stories in the future. It's a very fun experience overall, and while it didn't quite live up to all the hype, its strengths outweigh its weaknesses by far.    … Expand
  17. Hickmanc57
    Sep 17, 2014
    8
    There is so much negative talk about this game. For what? Not a single critic gave a Negative review. I am always opened to everyone's opinion, but anyone who gave this game below a 5 has to at least pick up a controller again and give it one more chance.
    This game provided me with tons of fun, It gave me the feel of when I first played Halo and added the mmo aspect. Even with most of my    There is so much negative talk about this game. For what? Not a single critic gave a Negative review. I am always opened to everyone's opinion, but anyone who gave this game below a 5 has to at least pick up a controller again and give it one more chance.
    This game provided me with tons of fun, It gave me the feel of when I first played Halo and added the mmo aspect. Even with most of my game time was playing by myself, I really enjoyed the game play. With the open events to the Strike Missions that provided plenty of loot and xp, and now the 6 player raids that just came out, I am excited to see what is to come to the great journey of Destiny
    I do have some cons for this game. I play most of my games on pc, but I went out and bought an Xbox one for this game. I do wish there was some type of chat to make it easier to group up. I do know there are websites out there to help with the community and grouping that you can join, and I will certainly be looking into that. But over all I really enjoyed this game and still do.    … Expand
  18. chainsaw_al
    Sep 17, 2014
    3
    After months of hype, I can say I was very disappointed in this game. Open World? Only in the small scale area where you can kill spawns over and over again... but still within a linear story line that is repetitive as hell. Add to that a very boring and poorly told story to begin with... combined with very small maps and lopsided PvP games. I found myself yearning to play other gamesAfter months of hype, I can say I was very disappointed in this game. Open World? Only in the small scale area where you can kill spawns over and over again... but still within a linear story line that is repetitive as hell. Add to that a very boring and poorly told story to begin with... combined with very small maps and lopsided PvP games. I found myself yearning to play other games within the first 6 hours of play and haven't picked Destiny back up yet.

    In my opinion, there is nothing new here... shows us what hype will do to a game before it even launches.    … Expand
  19. ThGame
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    do not listen to the haters. grab you 2 best friends take the weekend off and live it up! havent had this much fun in a long time. its secret of mana for shooters!
  20. kpsmith
    Sep 17, 2014
    7
    Destiny is something entirely new in a FPS genre saturated with the same thing, year in year out. Combining a stellar FPS experience with RPG elements, Destiny is a breath of fresh air in a stale gaming scene. However, it is not without its own problems. A bland Peter Dinklage, a lack of communication options, and a lack of content has thrown players for a loop. If Bungie keeps itsDestiny is something entirely new in a FPS genre saturated with the same thing, year in year out. Combining a stellar FPS experience with RPG elements, Destiny is a breath of fresh air in a stale gaming scene. However, it is not without its own problems. A bland Peter Dinklage, a lack of communication options, and a lack of content has thrown players for a loop. If Bungie keeps its promise, Destiny will prove to become an experience to keep bringing players back.… Expand
  21. Kuebrick
    Sep 17, 2014
    9
    I'm having an unbelievably great time playing with friends new and old. I can see myself playing this game for a very long time as it is far deeper than it appears on the surface.

    I love it. 9/10
  22. double0dev
    Sep 17, 2014
    9
    I'm honestly too busy having fun playing this game to write a full review. I took the time to investigate the game before it came out, I got everything I expected from it and more.
  23. al-kabo0m
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    There is a reason why George Lucas filmed the end of starwars first.
    Destiny is a solid shooter, lots of content and game modes.
    Story mode: i found this to be shorter than i wanted, but if you compare to other games it is on par. Pvp: this game utterly shines on multiplayer Co-op: Bring your A game after level 20 this game become`s epic. I have nothing bad to say about this game,    There is a reason why George Lucas filmed the end of starwars first.
    Destiny is a solid shooter, lots of content and game modes.

    Story mode: i found this to be shorter than i wanted, but if you compare to other games it is on par.
    Pvp: this game utterly shines on multiplayer
    Co-op: Bring your A game after level 20 this game become`s epic.
    I have nothing bad to say about this game, support for the product by bungie is faultless.    … Expand
  24. Dando
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    I really enjoy Destiny. I have been playing a while now and I've been glued to the game when I get home from work. It's alot of fun to jump into a friends game and play together. I find the over all quality of the game to be great, very smooth gameplay and very little bugs. There could be more missions, and places to go, and loot to gather but those are things that many MMO's have problemsI really enjoy Destiny. I have been playing a while now and I've been glued to the game when I get home from work. It's alot of fun to jump into a friends game and play together. I find the over all quality of the game to be great, very smooth gameplay and very little bugs. There could be more missions, and places to go, and loot to gather but those are things that many MMO's have problems at first. I really think this game will only get better with time.The missions are not that different in objective but they are rewarding and fun because of the different situations and enemies,

    I would advise to not give these super negative reviews much thought as the game is alot of fun. Please judge it for yourself.

    Level 18 Titan
    Level 12 Warlock    … Expand
  25. solidusnake
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    Amazing game :) with great graphics, good music, okay story and awesome game play!! I had low expectations going in, so it was a pleasant surprise in every way. My Destiny has been fulfilled.
  26. MasiTronXIII
    Sep 17, 2014
    7
    I think the thing that pains me about this game is it could easily have been a solid 10/10 had the story been done a bit better. The setting for this game is outstanding. Easily one of the most intriguing of any shooter or RPG, and to have it on the next gen consoles is just astonishing. The game is beautiful, the gameplay is smooth and crisp, and the crucible is a lot of fun. But thatI think the thing that pains me about this game is it could easily have been a solid 10/10 had the story been done a bit better. The setting for this game is outstanding. Easily one of the most intriguing of any shooter or RPG, and to have it on the next gen consoles is just astonishing. The game is beautiful, the gameplay is smooth and crisp, and the crucible is a lot of fun. But that empty and repetitive story just hurts the game so much.. Now keep in mind. This DOES NOT ruin the game in my personal opinion. Not even close. This game is flat out addicting. It has so much wrong, yet it pulls you in. I think this is what upset me so much regarding the story, because again, this game could easily be a 10/10 and potential game of the year. Overall, I really like destiny. It's a beautiful game that is somehow addicting and even though I've never been the biggest fan of shooters, this one pulled me in.… Expand
  27. DenverH
    Sep 17, 2014
    5
    Looking past the mostly forgettable story, Destiny is an addictive and polished multiplayer experience, hurt by minor balancing issues and a lack of any form of item trading.
  28. juderyder
    Sep 17, 2014
    1
    A beautifully boring and repetitive game. It's not an MMO, its Halo with a spit shine, a Borderlands rip off, grind, grind, grind all for nothing. Co-op isn't really Co-op, for a multiplayer game the world sure seems empty and the PvP is the same retread of every other FPS game. This game should have been a free download...
  29. Banjhex
    Sep 17, 2014
    9
    Hey, some people want a game for a expansive story. Being it was from the makers of Halo it is fair to have assumed that Destiny would of been a huge involved story. The lore is there, the characters are there but you don't really feel connected to the story.

    There are some repetitive gameplay elements. Escort ghost, ghost hacks computer, and then horde mode begins. I am not really    Hey, some people want a game for a expansive story. Being it was from the makers of Halo it is fair to have assumed that Destiny would of been a huge involved story. The lore is there, the characters are there but you don't really feel connected to the story.

    There are some repetitive gameplay elements. Escort ghost, ghost hacks computer, and then horde mode begins. I am not really worried about this as much as some people are....it reminds me very much of Diablo where you farm for gear in a story mode environment. Some have also compared it to Phantasy Star Online as well.
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    With my cons out of the way, let me just say that this game is fun. The fun factor trumps and can forgive the few cons that I have. This may not be the same case for everyone, but running around blowing heads off gaining loot, upgrading gear, grinding factions, doing strikes with friends, doing crucible with friends, and just exploring for the chests and dead ghosts is the most fun I have had with a game in a very very long time.

    The music and sound effects in the game are great. The sound is immersive and you can hear the mobs all around you, the machines that fire their weapons. The large mobs sound large, the small mobs sound small. The snozberries taste like snozberries....it is great fun.

    Some people are going to hate to just hate. In my 30 years of living I have realized there are just negative people out there who pick apart everything. If you can find something good and and enjoyable in the game and it keeps you playing then play it. Instead of finding things that make you miserable find things that make you happy in life. I believe this game haves a little of everything for everyone so....

    If you are not one of the millions of people who already have bought the game and you read this write up...then I say it is worth the $60.00. And if you do get it, then I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.    … Expand
  30. stabzmcgee
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    Destiny is addictive. I understand what people are saying about the games repetitiveness, but those people probably don't play other MMORPGs like WOW, where grinding and repetitive actions are required to level up. Pokemon is extremely repetitive! story is barely there. But it is a staple in gaming's history. So is Destiny. Higher level raid was awesome, and loot grabbing is fun. Those whoDestiny is addictive. I understand what people are saying about the games repetitiveness, but those people probably don't play other MMORPGs like WOW, where grinding and repetitive actions are required to level up. Pokemon is extremely repetitive! story is barely there. But it is a staple in gaming's history. So is Destiny. Higher level raid was awesome, and loot grabbing is fun. Those who are offering lower scores were expecting a basic fps forcefed story. Destiny is not Halo- and that is a good thing.… Expand
  31. viqu
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    Great game, beautiful and fun to play. So far I have not put it down. So far this is what I was looking forward to from Bungie. Hopefully they can keep me hooked with additional content updates.
  32. vcca15
    Sep 17, 2014
    9
    I waited a few days past release to pick destiny up, i wasnt impressed with the beta, and when i started seeing mixed or below average reviews i assumed i was right, the game was boring and i wasnt going to buy it.

    After being convinced by my friends to pick it up, i did so, and i was wrong, the game is alot better once you start playing, story isnt great but the game is fun, plays well    I waited a few days past release to pick destiny up, i wasnt impressed with the beta, and when i started seeing mixed or below average reviews i assumed i was right, the game was boring and i wasnt going to buy it.

    After being convinced by my friends to pick it up, i did so, and i was wrong, the game is alot better once you start playing, story isnt great but the game is fun, plays well and looks great. The game is excellent. The more you play the more fun it is, the strike playlist, the raids and multiplayer are awesome and will keep you playing for a long time.    … Expand
  33. Unpwned
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    Great game it is exactly what I expected. People are butt hurt cause they had some different idea on what the game was going to be like. Do some research before getting a game. Of course there is an end game grind for the PvE side name one mmo that is not. The PvP is great so far nothing is standing out as over powered, and everything feels pretty well balanced. As for the story line beingGreat game it is exactly what I expected. People are butt hurt cause they had some different idea on what the game was going to be like. Do some research before getting a game. Of course there is an end game grind for the PvE side name one mmo that is not. The PvP is great so far nothing is standing out as over powered, and everything feels pretty well balanced. As for the story line being short you do realize they are releasing more story as time goes on right?… Expand
  34. pmcary
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    The game is beautiful, the gameplay is smooth and fighting mechanics are better than almost any other game I've played. In addition the multiplayer is flawless and I don't know what other game can even be compared to this on console.
  35. smooth8543
    Sep 17, 2014
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Control Your Own Destiny…And Pass!
    I found this game to be way overhyped and other than outstanding graphics, it felt like a generic Halo. First off, you begin with your character being dead? Seriously? Plus if you select a non-human character, why are you ‘found’ on earth? How did you get there and why? Your AI partner, weapons, body shielding and enemies all feel like a poorer version of Halo. I also think the mechanics of combat operate in the same fashion as Its much better ‘forerunner’ and while I consider Gears of War to have the best combat style, Destiny should offer more than just standing in the open during a gun battle. While Halo has the same mechanics, that was a different time and that franchise is so much stronger. I’m an older gamer (over 35 years playing) so I like my main story campaign to be offline and not see a bunch of other players bouncing all over the screen and around my character when I’m trying to play. I also like to be able to pause a game if I need to and you just can’t do it in this game which is a big negative. I just could not enjoy this game given how poorly it is in gameplay and story. I already return it so I could recoup most of my money. I would strongly recommend you rent the game for a $1 or $2 and see what you think. It’s clearly not worth the $60.    … Expand
  36. Corinred
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    Like most others i don't get the hate about the game. Oh wait, I forgot most, not all, haters don't appreciate a game that isn't cod. Oh well, such a waste. Anyway, I've been playing since the alpha and it was fantastic. The game is very beautiful. The gameplay feels great.Every bit of the game has its own charm in it. I'm still playing it and not rushing it
  37. cglezv
    Sep 17, 2014
    9
    Un buen shooter en primera persona logrado tanto en el modo historia como en las posibilidades para multijugador y cooperativo. No es un must have, pero es recomendable.
  38. gerhardkoepke
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    I really like Destiny. I have never played Halo before and never used to play FPS games on my console, so I don't have any comparison and I am not instantly disappointed, because it is not like this or that. It just feels great to play, because the feedback is really enjoyable in every situation. If it's just shooting, doing a melee attack, collecting a cool weapon or leveling up – it justI really like Destiny. I have never played Halo before and never used to play FPS games on my console, so I don't have any comparison and I am not instantly disappointed, because it is not like this or that. It just feels great to play, because the feedback is really enjoyable in every situation. If it's just shooting, doing a melee attack, collecting a cool weapon or leveling up – it just feels right. I guess, especially for a noob like me. I don't have a lot of time to play Destiny right now, so I don't know about the length of the story or how objectives might repeat, but it is a FPS, so I guess I'll be shooting a lot and I don't really mind that. Because it feels great to me.

    I am also very curious, what Bungie will deliver over the next years to keep Destiny alive and interesting. I guess, they deliberately left enough space, to improve upon, so let's see.    … Expand
  39. EkD54
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    No entiendo las criticas negativas a este juego, si te gusta el genero se trata de una obra de arte, es logico que si este no es tu tipo de juego no te guste; es como si yo tuviese que criticar a Fifa, tal vez le pondría un 0 porque estoy hasta las narices de siempre lo mismo.

    El juego es sencillamente un vicio, llegar al nivel 20 y superar la historia es relativamente sencillo y    No entiendo las criticas negativas a este juego, si te gusta el genero se trata de una obra de arte, es logico que si este no es tu tipo de juego no te guste; es como si yo tuviese que criticar a Fifa, tal vez le pondría un 0 porque estoy hasta las narices de siempre lo mismo.

    El juego es sencillamente un vicio, llegar al nivel 20 y superar la historia es relativamente sencillo y rápido, pero es justo terminada esa parte, cuando llega el vicio de verdad. En ese momento empiezas a entender toda la dinámica del juego (experiencia, luz, monedas,...) y cuando se vuelve una locura de juego y aún más si lo haces con amigos. Llevaré ya unas 25 horas de juego y puedo garantizar que le seguiré dando tantas más como pueda porque el hecho de querer ir consiguiendo objetos con más luz para subir de nivel, poder superar eventos de varias horas que suponen un auténtico reto... Eso lo ha conseguido Bungie como pocos    … Expand
  40. ApoTag
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    I find Destiny immensely enjoyable. It is a very carefully designed game and it is what I was expecting from a MMOFPS. I don't understand why people don't like it story-wise, Destiny game is not a stand-alone experience, to really understand the story of it and the lore behind it you have to also use the bungie app on your mobile or your PC! Start reading the grimoires if you think theI find Destiny immensely enjoyable. It is a very carefully designed game and it is what I was expecting from a MMOFPS. I don't understand why people don't like it story-wise, Destiny game is not a stand-alone experience, to really understand the story of it and the lore behind it you have to also use the bungie app on your mobile or your PC! Start reading the grimoires if you think the story and lore of the game is condensed, then you'll understand how well worked it is. Reviewers cannot review correctly Destiny within a week, it is meant to be evolving all the time, and try leveling up your characters above level 20 and experiencing the real game, it all changes then. I don't have a personal gain for bungie's success on this game other than that I wouldn't like gamers not to log into the game and make it grow in to obscurity. For me the only reason for this game not to have good reviews is that the people that actually like the game couldn't find the time to write anything good about it because they are playing it like crazy. I'm thinking of following Destiny on the long run.… Expand
  41. Rakesh-Qor
    Sep 17, 2014
    4
    You getting disc, you putting inside Station 4 Play, you not having gord time. Not gord. Very expense, but only online playing! I don't having friend to play with, I don't having fun! Graphic is gord, every-ting else not gord. I don't know whatting to do, but doooooon't buy it, MutherYaar. I watching you.
  42. unremarkableone
    Sep 17, 2014
    8
    This game is my first shooter. I am not familiar with the stories of Halo or Call of Duty or other various predecessors, and I can't say if the story is better or worse than them... What I can say is that I enjoy this game, for all its faults, it has a feel that makes it accessible to someone like me, who have been trying to crack into this sort of genre and have always fallen short ofThis game is my first shooter. I am not familiar with the stories of Halo or Call of Duty or other various predecessors, and I can't say if the story is better or worse than them... What I can say is that I enjoy this game, for all its faults, it has a feel that makes it accessible to someone like me, who have been trying to crack into this sort of genre and have always fallen short of real interest. So far it seems like the story isn't too deep in the game intentionally to allow for people who want to, to simply skim the surface of lore that's available. Utilizing the grimiore cards adds depth for those who don't mind looking for it, and I certainly don't. I can see why people don't like the game, and I can see why people love the game. But I think it is not appropriate to damn a game simply because its not what you personally wanted, rather than looking at the entire audience its meant to appeal to. I give it an 8 because I think its a good game, but I don't believe its a perfect game.… Expand
  43. Ariakkan
    Sep 17, 2014
    4
    The best of this game is the marketing campaign. The actual game is dull and boring, falling short in everything promised / advertised by the developer and the publisher.
    I wasted 99.99€ in the digital edition and I cannot regret the fact enough. I also purchased Battlefield 4 for 20€ and I am having a blast.
    And that pretty much summarizes my experience with Destiny. If you want to play    The best of this game is the marketing campaign. The actual game is dull and boring, falling short in everything promised / advertised by the developer and the publisher.
    I wasted 99.99€ in the digital edition and I cannot regret the fact enough. I also purchased Battlefield 4 for 20€ and I am having a blast.
    And that pretty much summarizes my experience with Destiny. If you want to play any of the genres this game "touches" you do have cheaper and much better alternatives:
    Wanna FPS looting madness? Borderlands is better.
    Want an "old school" FPS? Battlefield 4 is better.
    Want a Sci-Fi RPG? Mass Effect is MUCH better.
    Trust me, if you have a single doubt do not buy this game, as in the end is a standard shooter with bland mechanics borrowed from other genres without contributing in any meaningful way to game development in the most wider sense of the term.
    An utterly forgettable experience. I am scoring it as a 4 due to the art and graphics (if this actually counts something towards reviewing a game nowadays) and out of pure nostalgia of the Halo series, as I cannot believe this game was developed by Bungie for over 5 years.    … Expand
  44. Well
    Sep 17, 2014
    3
    I´m afraid that Bungie/Activision have failed.
    It has turned out to be an extremely repetitive, unimaginative and twodimensional game. Can they fix it? Maybe, but that would force them to start almost from scratch and that won´t happen.

    To give this a 10 is as wrong and deluded as givin it a 0. 3 - 4 is fair in my book.
    Very very boring pretty much sums it up.
  45. 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!
  46. Michaelx25a
    Sep 17, 2014
    0
    This game is just like halo. Minus master chief, cortana, the great story, and the great online play. So play it if you wanna play a halo clone that has a genetic disease called aids.
  47. tryminski
    Sep 17, 2014
    10
    This game is awesom, go buy it, full of fps action, good story, nice graphics, cool game modes and just awesome!! lots of character customization. The locations of the game are super cool, and awesome to fight in, the pvp modes are very cool and i have done some epic things that feel awesome!! go buy now!....................
  48. themostunclean
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    I am loving Destiny and it's probably for one reason. I don't know why but I am completely impervious to hype. I'm always able to wait patiently and se for myself rather than being gullible and sucking up and believing every little thing released by the gaming media. Poor scores for Deatiny seem to come down to 2 reasons-

    1- Social lemmings who hopped on the hype train, then hopped on    I am loving Destiny and it's probably for one reason. I don't know why but I am completely impervious to hype. I'm always able to wait patiently and se for myself rather than being gullible and sucking up and believing every little thing released by the gaming media. Poor scores for Deatiny seem to come down to 2 reasons-

    1- Social lemmings who hopped on the hype train, then hopped on the hate train.

    2- Halo/COD Dudebros who expected it to be a PVP focused shoot.

    Then there are the so called professional reviewers who seemingly didn't listen to a word of the releases from Bungie that THEY THENSELVES reported on. Never was this labeled as open world, or an MMORPG. Bungie specifically avoided comparisons to that for a reason. The bad reviews for this game read like a 10 year old whining about not getting their pony for Christmas. Spoiled and ungrateful. Of course I kind of expect that from Polygon- they're a bunch of crying hipster D-bags.

    As for the game. It's beautiful and addictive. I don't have many games come along where I want to only play it for days on end but this is one of them. If this had been any other studio with about half the publicity it received, everyone would be calling it amazing. But there are so few people that can actually think for themselves or maintain an objective perspective.

    True, the story could use some work but if you read the Grimoire cards in the app, there's actually a lot of very deep lore to the game.

    Go in with an open mind, leave your expectations at the door and you will love this game.    … Expand
  49. JAKonaROLL
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    This game molds the most unique and innovative franchise ive ever played (Borderlands) and adds some of the aspects they probably aimed to have implemented into it originally into a so called next gen game - wait for borderlands 3 on next gen it will probably boot this out of the park with a budget half the size a team of half the size and a game that would more than likely have x3 more content
  50. woolenorange
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    This game is great. Beautiful and very addicting. I'm not sure why the internet wants to hate this game, but don't believe it. This is my favorite FPS for the PS4 yet.
  51. Reciter5613
    Sep 16, 2014
    7
    After playing though to the end of the story and seeing all the other review I can say Destiny great but could use some improvement.

    +The graphics are stunning on next-gen +The gameplay is simple and every class is easy to understand +Enemies are awesome looking and challenging at times +The music is EPIC +The multiplayer is fun -They overdid it on the pre-release hype -The    After playing though to the end of the story and seeing all the other review I can say Destiny great but could use some improvement.

    +The graphics are stunning on next-gen
    +The gameplay is simple and every class is easy to understand
    +Enemies are awesome looking and challenging at times
    +The music is EPIC
    +The multiplayer is fun

    -They overdid it on the pre-release hype
    -The story is pretty vague and leave several questions unanswered
    -Some missions are samey at times or feel like a grind

    Overall I enjoyed playing it but fell it could be better. Now I know some of you were greatly disappointed from this but this is why you do not let the hype of a game overtake you. It just makes you even more upset when it was not exactly what you were hoping for. Stuff in real life is not as good as the things we imagine them to be. But keep in mind that MMOs add things later on to make them better. Hopefully they will see the problems were finding, fix them and make the game as great as we hoped.    … Expand
  52. dkoninel1
    Sep 16, 2014
    4
    Unbiased review from an average player.

    First a little about me, I've never played Borderlands and I did not play the Call of Duty series so this review will not compare the game to either. I have however been an avid Halo player playing every single game since the original back on the Xbox. Based on how the Halo series developed and how Bungie put a lot of time into building out the    Unbiased review from an average player.

    First a little about me, I've never played Borderlands and I did not play the Call of Duty series so this review will not compare the game to either. I have however been an avid Halo player playing every single game since the original back on the Xbox. Based on how the Halo series developed and how Bungie put a lot of time into building out the series. They had established themselves even before Halo with Myth and Oni...with that being said there had been a lot of expectation with Destiny because Bungie was behind it. Unfortunately, I feel where the positive aspect of this review ends.
    To say that Destiny was slightly a let down is understatement...its rather a big disappointment. Its certainly not deserving of a zero but far from perfection or even as was advertised a "game changing experience" I should clarify "game changing might be accurate if isolationism is an experience. The game plays more like a Beta in my opinion than a finished product. It lacks clear direction, i.e. a FPS that tries to play like an RPG...or an RPG that tries to play like an FPS which one is it? The result is a product that fails at its attempts to meet both. It actually isn't surprising to me while Bungie itself has had an impeccable history in terms of game development, no company can remain at the top forever. In the same way that Square was regarded as the "it" company with respect to RPGs to feel from grace...most interestingly enough after its merger with Enix. Bungie entered into a 10 year publishing agreement with Activision Blizzard...a company that itself has produced a variety of games but far from masterpieces. Games like Diablo, WOW, Starcraft and COD are all great series in their own regards and have certainly appealed to their niche groups however I would argue that they aren't masterpieces. Destiny however marketed itself to be just that. It clearly borrows from its Halo roots with tight controls and beautiful environments aspects that I can’t dispute that particular attention to detail had been put into however the game (at least at launch) is clearly missing things that make it..well enjoyable. The thing I loved MOST about the Halo series is that I had options. Options to go online and play multiplayer with random individuals, tackle missions, objectives, pop off zombies or just enjoy raw undisputed red vs blue but I also had the option to tackle on the main campaign. Now here is what I will say about Bungie in terms of storytelling, they’ve never truly been great at it. After several years of playing Halo there are obvious parts of the story that if I hadn’t done my own individual research, read about online or gathered from graphic novels/books I would be completely clueless to the story. I will say that the story of Master Chief had certainly expanded from Halo 1 up through Halo 3 (when it was in Bungie’s hands) so with that being said perhaps the same will come of Destiny.

    All in all Destiny isn’t a bad game, but its certainly not a memorable one and at the moment not one that I feel I want to go back playing over and over again. I know there are players that enjoy the mundane task of grinding thru levels and levels over and over but for the casual player that likes to pick up and title and looks some substance I feel the game is well quite lacking. Honestly a shooter that caught me by surprise in terms of story and gameplay was Wolfenstien…I was SHOCKED at how good the game was and how much the series had progressed from the days of old and despite it not looking as “Nextgen” as games like Rome or the Last of Us I felt it was a great FPS. All in all I still have Farcry 4 which right now is looking to have lots of potential, than again it wasn’t marketed as being a “gamechanger”. Hopefully the marketing department will now learn to choose their words a little more carefully next time as they have the potential to alienate their demographics and ultimately hurt developer’s credibility in the long term. Will Destiny hurt Bungie that still remains to be seen? Can it recover? Considering they stated they will be dedicating 10 years to series only time will tell.    … Expand
  53. adampwedgie
    Sep 16, 2014
    4
    Pros:
    - Outstanding soundtrack
    - In terms of look, perfection, i mean this game is beautiful - Vehicles add a new feel, but still has that "halo-y" thing to it Cons (prepare yourself) - Short, you can beat this game way to quickly, spend about a day and a half and you've seen everything there is to see - No legitimate reason to make any class twice - Advertised as an MMO, not an    Pros:
    - Outstanding soundtrack
    - In terms of look, perfection, i mean this game is beautiful
    - Vehicles add a new feel, but still has that "halo-y" thing to it

    Cons (prepare yourself)
    - Short, you can beat this game way to quickly, spend about a day and a half and you've seen everything there is to see
    - No legitimate reason to make any class twice
    - Advertised as an MMO, not an MMO not even close
    - The last city on earth is 3 building that you visit to only find out what drops you have
    - Teams consist of 3 (WAIT WHAT!?)
    - Earth/Moon/Venus/Mars, thats it, hope you dont beat the game too quickly, because you've just seen every area
    - No end game, no new stories, no new places to visit, just revisit all the old things..over..and over..and over
    - Drops are random, even in pvp, no skill, no end goal, just random (example i can go 56-0 and get nothing, but the 20 who just went 0-50 got a legendary drop)
    - In addition to drops are random, there is no true "worth" of any item, with the lack of at least a good trade system, or buy and sell system, its pointless.
    - Drops are happening WAY to often, the fact that its been out for less than a week, and i'm already fully decked out in rares/legendaries, its insane
    - Zero reason to really replay the game more than once unless you want a hunter for pvp
    - PvP is broken right now, if you want to truly rule, luck out with a great auto rife and a hunter class
    - No real cities where all the players can relax, a small hub that offers nothing but shops to buy things
    - One city...just once city
    - the inability to chat in the city to get a group of players going...even though you can only really run a mission with three
    - There is no point in just "roaming" a planet, no benefit, no secret crazy treasure, just a random zone event which means your either fending off waves of npcs or chasing an npc down to kill it
    - Virtually impossible to communicate to another player without inviting him/her to a party (imagine trying to find a party to play with none of your friends on..god luck
    - Why would anyone want to legit level a warlock when you legit found out the benefits of a titan or a hunter passed level 20. Titans get amazing armor, Hunters get great speed, warlocks get...recovery?
    - When you hit level 20, you gain more levels by light, to get this light you need to find armor that has additional light, to find this armor you have to either play PVP or redo the same missions over and over again. Basically replay the same strike missions until you realize your over it
    - It sad but i can keep going for at least another 15 lines, but i'm over it. HUGE disappointment and you can already see the people leaving the game

    All in all people expected a clash of Mass effect 3, Halo, and borderlands. What they got was an over hyped game thats aims at the only way to level is playing long hours to hopefully get a random drop that you essentially didn't deserve...    … Expand
  54. poochst3r
    Sep 16, 2014
    6
    The game is just good. Not great not perfect just good. When playing I did not give one ounce of care to the story. Was there even a story? The game was falsely advertised as well. They have said the game involves a great deal of customization and a epic journey and story. I've seen many characters with the same armor/weapons/looks and a story that put me half to sleep. NPC's did not evenThe game is just good. Not great not perfect just good. When playing I did not give one ounce of care to the story. Was there even a story? The game was falsely advertised as well. They have said the game involves a great deal of customization and a epic journey and story. I've seen many characters with the same armor/weapons/looks and a story that put me half to sleep. NPC's did not even feel alive. No emotion no personalities. I rate this game a 6/10 because the game play was fun and teaming with friends always makes things better. So in all honesty if I were to play this by myself It would of gotten a 5/10. This is how I honestly felt about the game. Don't fall for the hype. Do not be a sheep. Rent it and try it.… Expand
  55. vsod99
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Okay, let's get started. It's 2014, four years since Bungie Studio's last game release: Halo: Reach. Since then, the company split from Microsoft and went on to seek new endeavors. That's where Destiny comes in. Destiny has a simple premise, you are known as a "Guardian", protecting humanity, which has been driven back by alien races, and you know stand at the last city of Earth. YouOkay, let's get started. It's 2014, four years since Bungie Studio's last game release: Halo: Reach. Since then, the company split from Microsoft and went on to seek new endeavors. That's where Destiny comes in. Destiny has a simple premise, you are known as a "Guardian", protecting humanity, which has been driven back by alien races, and you know stand at the last city of Earth. You choose one of three classes, Titan, Warlock, or Hunter. Next, you choose your race, Awoken, Human, or Exo. This is a pretty standard layout for an MMO but Destiny takes it to a whole new level by involving something we all love -- guns. Destiny is definitely a solid MMORPGFPS if that is what you choose to call it. It feels like "Halo" felt before, but strips away the icon of Master Chief and lets you build your own legend. It has different planets and different gamemodes, such as story missions, strikes (layered battles with oncoming waves of enemies, best done with friends and leave you with rewards), raids (like strikes but can take hours or days, much better rewards and much more in depth when it comes to tactics and organization), and of course the crucible (online multiplayer). Destiny is visually appealing, has optimal customization leaving you searching for more gear and loot, and has enemies from different backgrounds. Despite having a short story selection it has endgame options that allow you to extend your enjoyment of the game. Destiny has weaknesses as well as strengths though. Although it is a mass-mulltiplayer online game, communication is lacking as you can only voice chat within your fireteams (Emotes are your only other option). The story missions can be quite repetitive, and there is not as much personality within the characters as was seen in the Halo series. The loot reward system is flawed as well, decrypting high level engrams usually leaves you with less-than-stellar gear. Despite these issues, Destiny is a fun and engaging experience that I would recommend one at least try. Bungie will be adding more content in the future as well, so don't expect early reviews like mine to sum up the game in its entirety. Bungie has created a very expandable game that will most likely expand as time goes on.… Expand
  56. Rellik99
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    Reviews and ratings these days have just, well become to nit-picky....It's a bit frustrating sometimes. I've been playing video games since age 5 (1985). My first console was an NES with good ol' Rob the Robot and Gyromite (One of the worst games ever). On to my Destiny review. First up, the ratings.
    Destiny Ratings
    Graphics - 10: Sound - 10: Controls - 10: Fun Factor - 10: Replay    Reviews and ratings these days have just, well become to nit-picky....It's a bit frustrating sometimes. I've been playing video games since age 5 (1985). My first console was an NES with good ol' Rob the Robot and Gyromite (One of the worst games ever). On to my Destiny review. First up, the ratings.
    Destiny Ratings
    Graphics - 10: Sound - 10: Controls - 10: Fun Factor - 10: Replay Value - 10:

    Seriously, the only category one could really argue against would be Fun Factor. Because just like beauty, it is in the eyes of the beholder.

    My ratings, I feel are the core fundamentals of all games. Fun factor to me consists of many things, like if you like the story the that's being told etc. You might ask why would a reviewer not have "Story" as a rating. Well, what if there is no story? Like in a game like Tetris or Candy Crush?

    Destiny hits on exactly what it intended on. Making an awesome & fun: online, Co-Op, MMO, Shooter. Destiny manages to bring console players together like never before. My friends list has grown exponentially since the launch of the full version of the game. I met a handful of “Guardians” in line while waiting to grab my copy of Destiny. And there it was…, I added a few new guardians to my friends list and then it happened. We started playing, exploring, and leveling up together. This is what hooked it for me. We started talking about our gear, where to find dead ghosts, showing each other where gold chests were, teaching each other new tricks and tactics, explaining how light works, talking about favorite TV shows, chatting about new movies, what new games we want…, and then it hit me….Destiny brings the social aspect of gaming to life like I’ve never experienced before. And, I’ve played other online games with friends before…., but this one is different. You can definitely play it solo, but it’s clearly meant to play with others. I can’t help but chuckle at the reviewers that complain about replaying levels. The experience of playing Earth when first starting your adventure is completely different when you’re a level 20+ with badass guns and gear. You instantly get a sense of.., well, feeling like you’re Billy Bad @ss! And it’s so self-rewarding, because you can clearly remember how difficult it was the first time you attacked that particular level vs. how you are owning fools after leveling up.

    I could go on and on and on…., and I really am just scratching the surface with everything you can do, and everything I could write/review about. Oh, and Bungie is updating stuff (levels, missions, tweaks, gear, etc.) daily/weekly/monthly..., expansion packs…,

    If you’re looking for a real review from a real game player, take mine. This game is really awesome, and if you take a deep dive into the world of Destiny, you won’t be disappointed.

    Good Luck Guardians!

    XBOX1 - Sean Puffy
    PS4 - Rellik99    … Expand
  57. RumThief
    Sep 16, 2014
    7
    This game is pretty fun. Its gameplay feels a lot like Halo which isn't surprising although you don't get to pick up enemies' weapons which would have added some nice variety. Story is a bit short but I enjoyed the dialogue. The A.I. is particularly awesome. Some of the Strikes will lay you out over and over like you're playing Dark Souls FPS or something. My biggest concerns in thisThis game is pretty fun. Its gameplay feels a lot like Halo which isn't surprising although you don't get to pick up enemies' weapons which would have added some nice variety. Story is a bit short but I enjoyed the dialogue. The A.I. is particularly awesome. Some of the Strikes will lay you out over and over like you're playing Dark Souls FPS or something. My biggest concerns in this game were repetitive environments (because you re-walk through the same areas again and again), and the lack of easy partying-up. If you don't have active friends playing this game do not expect to easily pick them up by encountering other players running around the same area. The communication options just aren't there. I hope they continue to add more content and really fill out their problem areas come Destiny 2.… Expand
  58. mister-disco
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    This game did exactly what Bungie set out for it to do. It is the most fun gameplay experience I've had since Portal 2 ad everything fits perfectly into place. The art style, the gameplay and the story all work together to create an amazing experience that just feels.... right. Brilliant PVP, engaging PVE and a story with incredible potential for future updates.
  59. MandaloreCody
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    This game is so action packed, I loved every minuet I spent playing this game, if they could add anything to the game I would say it could be more cutscenes, but other than that its nearly perfect. 10/10 Bungie, you never cease to amaze me!
  60. KevowOfRice
    Sep 16, 2014
    1
    Game lacks in story depth, variety in gameplay, and its just not as huge as it was advertised. Multiplayer I can say without a doubt is worse than cod, the imbalance of multiplayer is completely assured and just threw the halo concept of a fair fight out of the window. Its basically a game where you kill, goto place, and release your ghost to do whatever, an occasional boss, and thatsGame lacks in story depth, variety in gameplay, and its just not as huge as it was advertised. Multiplayer I can say without a doubt is worse than cod, the imbalance of multiplayer is completely assured and just threw the halo concept of a fair fight out of the window. Its basically a game where you kill, goto place, and release your ghost to do whatever, an occasional boss, and thats about it. It feels more like a borderland clone mixed with a little bit of mmo, and not the great parts of it… Expand
  61. Fauxbane
    Sep 16, 2014
    5
    It is painful to say the least that this game has no innovation to it what so ever for it has taken many if its ideas from previous games and just threw them all together. The amount of content actually feels limited because after a week of play I am down to just playing PvP and doing dailies. My main issue comes when I am playing PvP for the weapons you have are null, everyone isIt is painful to say the least that this game has no innovation to it what so ever for it has taken many if its ideas from previous games and just threw them all together. The amount of content actually feels limited because after a week of play I am down to just playing PvP and doing dailies. My main issue comes when I am playing PvP for the weapons you have are null, everyone is brought to the same amount of damage and my shotgun that I have spent much time upgrading is no different from a level 1 shotgun that you get at the beginning of the game. There are so many little things that they didn't implement, like voice chat or some sort of way to customize your ship and your story, and just left the game so bland. All in all it feels as if Bungie and Activision have much more ground to cover in their expansions or the game would flop.… Expand
  62. TheMeltingMan
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Solid game. Would like to see more locales. Too much barren waste land. The Dink's voice direction was sub-par. Overall I am greatly enjoying this. I see it more as a great start than a finished product, typical of most MMO's (or MMO style). Can't wait to see what will come from Destiny/Bungie.
  63. BleedingMaple
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    This game isn't the best ever, but Bungie gets an A for their amazing effort. The game play and shooting is so much fun and smooth, shooting aliens is a blast. The graphics look incredible. The drawbacks are definitely the lack of story which is disappointing, the fact that you can't talk to other people while in co op, and finally the sometimes unbalanced multiplayer. But honestly theThis game isn't the best ever, but Bungie gets an A for their amazing effort. The game play and shooting is so much fun and smooth, shooting aliens is a blast. The graphics look incredible. The drawbacks are definitely the lack of story which is disappointing, the fact that you can't talk to other people while in co op, and finally the sometimes unbalanced multiplayer. But honestly the last two issues are not a big deal at all. That's because the game is incredibly fun. It's just simple fun and I've put many hours in this game because of the good time I have playing it. So to all the haters complaining about the game, just shut up and let us have some fun. Give Bungie a break they have done an incredible job… Expand
  64. Fnatic001
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    I am having HEAPS of fun with DESTINY. I am playing with a full 3-man fire team though (I honestly don't know why others reviewers on here are playing the game on their own, don't you have any friends!?!) and it is STACK of fun. Enemies do get a bit repetitive but the bounties will vary the way you approach each mission. All in all a very good game, but does still have room for improvement.
  65. Ghostplops
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    I'm going to start off by saying that this game is overall pretty excellent, I highly recommend you check it out, please give it a chance!
    Let's start off with what’s good: the game is obscenely beautiful, not every game makes me want to just stop and look at what the artists have pulled off, even visiting the same areas multiple times I still just love to look around, it's freaking    I'm going to start off by saying that this game is overall pretty excellent, I highly recommend you check it out, please give it a chance!
    Let's start off with what’s good: the game is obscenely beautiful, not every game makes me want to just stop and look at what the artists have pulled off, even visiting the same areas multiple times I still just love to look around, it's freaking beautiful, the music gives me chills, it’s SO GOOD.
    The combat is insanely fun, it feels polished and it's satisfying to ka-blam aliens with my shotgun or scout rifle (literally obsessed with that thing). Even encountering the same "mobs" over again isn't tedious which is an issue I have with a lot of MMOs, you get real tired of those nerds attacking you every time you walk through that area. I don’t even know what else to say about the combat, it’s really fun; Bungie is the master of fun FPS. But with the Strikes and Weekly missions, it get REALLY DAMN HARD. I wasn't expecting it to be so hard, it’s great. Even attempting the high level story missions is tricky, lower level stuff is pretty easy but with the hard modes the enemies just overwhelm you with numbers and being freaking bullet sponges.

    I think a lot of people were expecting something else from this game, I think some people were expecting an expansive MMO Space-Skyrim (seriously, I think some people were expecting that?) you'll be disappointed that it’s pretty small environment-wise as of now; I don't have much of an issue with it, but a lot of other people might.
    People were also expecting it to be an MMO, and it's not; funnily, the random encounters with other players reminds me of Journey, just think Journey but you shoot aliens.
    But if you bought it expecting an MMO you'll be disappointed. The game is more like Diablo 3 and Borderlands. With that said; instead of relying on drops for rare loot you can grind for currency (the marks, coins, motes, glimmer is eeeeaaasy to get) and purchase armor that's JUST as good as something you'll find or win in a Strike or PVP, and I really dig it; I lost my mind killing the same boss over and over again in Borderlands hoping a gun I want would drop.
    But yeah, there is grinding in this game, getting the PVP and PVE marks kind of reminds me of gathering weekly tombs in FFXIV, and it’s definitely a grind; if you aren't into the currency/mark grind you would probably hate it. Actually if you don’t like grinding I would suggest a different game, it’s fun for some weird people like me but there are people who haaaate it. For me it’s the perfect amount of grinding, it’s not too insane and the game also does not hand you everything.

    Also the PVP? It’s fun, there are the regular issues nearly every PVP game has that I hate which is: I suck at it. But I actually keep going back to play it, it’s really fun and you actually get rewards if you kind of suck. I hope Bungie can fix the cheating issues though, that’s a bummer, why do people cheat with stuff like that? C’mon, why even play the game…

    And finally my main issue with the game: the story is mediocre. Bungie should have spent the money on a sci-fi author rather than Paul McCartney doing a song. The lore is interesting and cool but the story was just executed badly and the writing could have been way better, especially when they have Halo to live up to story-wise (which was my favorite thing about Halo). Also, I really think the Grimoire Cards should be in game. The lore they provide is interesting and I’m not going to stop playing to go onto the internet to read them, I was reading them on my break at work haha. Games like Dishonored did an excellent job with the books throughout the game or Bioshock's audio logs with back-story and lore, that’s how you do it; the lore is part of the game, it should be inside the game in some way.
    But yeah, if you were counting on Destiny to have the best plot ever, you will be pretty disappointed. Hope they can improve with the expansions.

    The game does have some small issues I’m not really going to get into, there are already plenty of negative reviews, and if you don't like something about it, you're probably not going to change your mind.
    But really, it’s nothing they can’t fix without additional patches and added content, I hope everyone else who’s playing with it will stick around to see what they add and improve upon, most “MMO” online games have a bumpy road at launch, a la Diablo 3 ;p.

    Hope my review was helpful for someone!    … Expand
  66. Ainrehtea
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Destiny, Even with all the hype I went into the game with low expectations. What I had seen while playing over 50 hours was a game I can't get enough of.
    The gameplay is very solid and fun with friends. The limited voice chat is nice to avoid trolls and mobs of unwanted banter.
    If you enjoy MMOs that had large Grinds. Destiny is for you, you'll be running a lot of the same content over    Destiny, Even with all the hype I went into the game with low expectations. What I had seen while playing over 50 hours was a game I can't get enough of.
    The gameplay is very solid and fun with friends. The limited voice chat is nice to avoid trolls and mobs of unwanted banter.

    If you enjoy MMOs that had large Grinds. Destiny is for you, you'll be running a lot of the same content over and over until more is released over time/months. There's many things to do and daily/weekly challenges with good rewards.

    End-game is also good, Raids being the hardest content I've yet to see in any shooter. Even on par or surpasses Borderlands difficulty.
    There is a vast amount of gear and ways to build your character to fit your playstyle.

    The best way to put it is, this game will take up a lot of your time if you enjoy progression of your character and gambling chances while identifying gear. The game rewards you over long times and the gear you may acquire won't be the best at times-then that one day you'll get several legendaries in a row and squeal with joy.

    The game has small MMO aspects placed with an FPS with good customization.
    The best thing I can say to lore seekers and people wanting a Good Story, there isn't much depth-YET. Even though on Bungie.net your grimoire cards you unlock over time do give nice chunks of interesting lore.

    I highly recommend this game only if you're a fan of repetitive grinds like I am and have a good group of friends you enjoy playing games with.
    Solo-players please avoid this game to prevent disappointment.    … Expand
  67. AzNBagel
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Destiny is hard game to rate. I simultaneously hate the story for being a skeleton where a body should be, and am completely unabashedly addicted to it.

    You can play a round of Crucible(PvP) and have you epic halo-esque experience, and then in addition to that you wait with bated breath to see if the die you rolled will net you any loot. You might get a ship, new color patterns for your    Destiny is hard game to rate. I simultaneously hate the story for being a skeleton where a body should be, and am completely unabashedly addicted to it.

    You can play a round of Crucible(PvP) and have you epic halo-esque experience, and then in addition to that you wait with bated breath to see if the die you rolled will net you any loot. You might get a ship, new color patterns for your armor, new weapons, or new armor. Who knows? But just by playing the game you are rewarded.

    In PvE you have the equivalent of a looking for group tool a la WoW. Quick, easy, strikes that ensure you get some piece of gear. You have the reputation factions to choose your armor path. Cosmetic items to dump currency into. And you have the epic Vault of Glass that just opened. A truly eye opening experience for the FPS genre. This is what Destiny is. Each expansion will have a new raid, and if they are anything like this initial offering they will be well worth the money.

    All of this is wrapped carefully around an incredibly tight shooter at its base. I cannot fathom why there would be such low scores. Even if this were a multiplayer only game with no play (anyone remember Titanfall?) it should get at least a 7. With all its offering and potential it should be at a ten, but the story fell flat, really flat. But don't let that discourage you from playing one of the best FPS offerings since Halo 2.    … Expand
  68. Whitewolfe313
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    I'm not sure where everyone is being so harsh in this game. The shooting mechanics are solid the characters have a good day I and there's a fun amount of content right now with tons coming. This is the most fun I've had the shooter in a long time. I like the upgrading armors. Yes once you get to level 20 there's not much to do right now, but give this game time. Games today should not beI'm not sure where everyone is being so harsh in this game. The shooting mechanics are solid the characters have a good day I and there's a fun amount of content right now with tons coming. This is the most fun I've had the shooter in a long time. I like the upgrading armors. Yes once you get to level 20 there's not much to do right now, but give this game time. Games today should not be made like they were back in the 80s and 90s. Games should be episodic with new excitement coming at all times rather than all at once. I think this game has the potential of doing that.… Expand
  69. da22lrkiller
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    This is a really fun game, it can be grindy at times, but if you enjoy borderlands, grinding isnt a problem. the story is good, but it requires you to pay attention to what is going on, and it fixes my main gripe with skyrim, which was not enough enemies. The pvp is fun but is unbalanced at times because of the skill trees, but i believe in time bungie will fix them. The strikes areThis is a really fun game, it can be grindy at times, but if you enjoy borderlands, grinding isnt a problem. the story is good, but it requires you to pay attention to what is going on, and it fixes my main gripe with skyrim, which was not enough enemies. The pvp is fun but is unbalanced at times because of the skill trees, but i believe in time bungie will fix them. The strikes are really fun and can be played over and over again for added experience. This game doesnt stop when you complete the story. This game is also an mmo in the sense that gta 5 is an mmo. It will drop you in a random lobby of around 10 people and you can ignore them if you want. Destiny takes some time to have a great time with it. The early loot is really repetitive but finding rare loot is really exciting and rewards people for doing good. The truth is destiny is a fun game if you enjoy many of the great elements pulled out from other games, like the free roaming in skyrim. Destiny gives you 4 areas to explore which are not bad in size. Loot is a great thing to add to this game and adds a lot of variety. Remember, borderlands does not own loot, and diablo incorporated loot into their game first. The story isnt bad. We are getting more of the story with dlc, like wow. The voice acting is not bad, I find it to be more realistic than over acted like a lot of companies do.… Expand
  70. Beermonger7
    Sep 16, 2014
    7
    Come on people a 10 means an epic masterpiece of a game, the game has to have an amazing story/graphics/online/coop/singleplayer.

    A 0 means the game is unplayable like riddled with bugs/no story/2008 graphics/very limited features

    I have never played Destiny Im just teaching you guys how to rate a game. I am giving the game a 7 just because it seems like its a good game just not amazing.
  71. Bensaw11
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    Destiny is everything that I expected, and more. I'm not quite sure if I was just all the hype, but the reviews are unjustly negative. I can't help but compare it to my favorite games, such as Borderlands, Skyrim, and of course Halo. The game wows me every time I play it. In the end, don't we just play games to have fun? No, it's not perfect, but Destiny is downright fun!
  72. Traewyck
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    The story line is very entertaining, has a Mass Effect feel to it, It is rather short though, Having a background in MMORPGs I can see where this game wants to go. However you are introducing a new type of game to console players, This is a long term game, not like CoD where you can plan on having a new one every year. Instead you will have one that adds more and more content slowly (likeThe story line is very entertaining, has a Mass Effect feel to it, It is rather short though, Having a background in MMORPGs I can see where this game wants to go. However you are introducing a new type of game to console players, This is a long term game, not like CoD where you can plan on having a new one every year. Instead you will have one that adds more and more content slowly (like Warcraft). PvP is like any first person shooter, still pretty entertaining even I don't PvP as much. I am now running strikes to get reputation for better gear so I can raid. The bottom line is.... This game is worth $59.99 And no way in hell would this be anything less than a 6/10. Ive looked at some of the people rating less than 5's they either no speeky da engrish or its the only game they've rated. Ive gave this game a 10 (was a 9.0) but because of these ridicolous reviews I gave it a 10… Expand
  73. BattleCry2015
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    OK we have a problem I am at level 19 and I just had the most amazing "Game play" ever since Halo on the first "XBOX" on level "DESTINY Planet Venus Winters run" with 2 other guys I did not know. It was a battle for the record books Wow, but the whole game is stunning, it plays as good as any of the other Halo games out there. you kidding me, If we called this "Halo 6 Plus" maybe you wouldOK we have a problem I am at level 19 and I just had the most amazing "Game play" ever since Halo on the first "XBOX" on level "DESTINY Planet Venus Winters run" with 2 other guys I did not know. It was a battle for the record books Wow, but the whole game is stunning, it plays as good as any of the other Halo games out there. you kidding me, If we called this "Halo 6 Plus" maybe you would like it better. Know game looks like this yes there is a little slow time in between battles but the battles are EPIC and like know game you have ever played. It might be your TV or the system your using I have a 42 inch LED good brand and a ps4.… Expand
  74. ampharos
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    Haters gonna hate.

    I've played this game nonstop for a week now and it's still just as exciting and entertaining as the first mission I played. The graphics are incredible, the views are spectacular and the game play is probably my favorite of any shooter I've ever played. Your skills and abilities make you feel powerful, yet the enemies are still difficult enough to where the game    Haters gonna hate.

    I've played this game nonstop for a week now and it's still just as exciting and entertaining as the first mission I played.

    The graphics are incredible, the views are spectacular and the game play is probably my favorite of any shooter I've ever played. Your skills and abilities make you feel powerful, yet the enemies are still difficult enough to where the game is still a real challenge.

    I think that all the CoD and Halo fanboys are just grumpy that this game is more fun.    … Expand
  75. 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
  76. H0tttttt
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    Destiny is hands down the best multilayer game of the year; it boasts fluid mechanics, beautiful scenery, and a large variety of weapons and gear. Compared to games like COD, Titanfall, and Halo, Destiny stands out with its extremely customizable characters and play style. Destiny also includes a huge variety of game modes to fit all play styles. The crucible offers fan favorite game modesDestiny is hands down the best multilayer game of the year; it boasts fluid mechanics, beautiful scenery, and a large variety of weapons and gear. Compared to games like COD, Titanfall, and Halo, Destiny stands out with its extremely customizable characters and play style. Destiny also includes a huge variety of game modes to fit all play styles. The crucible offers fan favorite game modes similar to COD’s domination and headquarters. Multi-player is not your forte? Explore the different planets on your sparrow and complete the patrol missions. Watch out for random social events that encourages Guardians to come together to complete a time objective. Feeling froggy? Leap into weekly heroic raids and put your rare and legendary weapons and armor to the test against countless foes and fierce bosses. Destiny really offers something for everyone. Bungie said it the best, this is a platform rather than a game. The upcoming DLC and social events will prove to be the most support a company has offered an IP. We’ve definitely never seen EA interact with their gamers to this extent. And likely never will. Thank you Bungie!… Expand
  77. ransom34
    Sep 16, 2014
    4
    As expected, this much-hyped game turned out to be "just another boring FPS MMO", with the standard set of issues - poor loot drops, incredibly boring, tedious and repetitive missions, an almost total lack of "story", a short trip to the Level 20 cap, no generic chat function (other than set team), and worst of all, no open world.

    Yes, this is a very linear game, which is the antithesis    As expected, this much-hyped game turned out to be "just another boring FPS MMO", with the standard set of issues - poor loot drops, incredibly boring, tedious and repetitive missions, an almost total lack of "story", a short trip to the Level 20 cap, no generic chat function (other than set team), and worst of all, no open world.

    Yes, this is a very linear game, which is the antithesis of an MMO, and probably its greatest failing. It also smells of "pay DLC", with Bungie opening up new linear parts of the game for $$$ - why give an open world for free when you can micro-transaction buyers to death?

    Very disappointing and I already traded my copy in while it's still worth something. Once they start piling up at the game shop, you might not be able to give them away.    … Expand
  78. 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
  79. anacree
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    I think all the negative reviews are a result of too many awesome games and people who consume too much. Destiny is amazing! The gunplay is tight, the world is interesting and immersive, the RPG stuff gives you that progression, there is single-player, online co-op, and PVP. But the problem is that people have poured so much of their lives into a multitude of games, that they expect aI think all the negative reviews are a result of too many awesome games and people who consume too much. Destiny is amazing! The gunplay is tight, the world is interesting and immersive, the RPG stuff gives you that progression, there is single-player, online co-op, and PVP. But the problem is that people have poured so much of their lives into a multitude of games, that they expect a "new, better, and yeah even more perfect than the last perfect game" to come out basically every month. Delicacies begin to look bleh when you've eaten too much.

    With that said, this game is awesome.    … Expand
  80. MasterShadow
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    Great game. Epic storyline. Beautiful graphics and amazing music score. There's not much else to say about the game. I've played everyday since preordering and can see myself continuing to play long into the future.
  81. hendro
    Sep 16, 2014
    5
    I thought this game was pretty good at first but the game started to repeat itself and all the missions were all pretty similar. One of the biggest disappointment for me was how short the story was. I was expecting from what I read before I bought the game that it would last a very long time but it really only lasted 3 days. I understand there are expansion packs but that's kinda bull****.I thought this game was pretty good at first but the game started to repeat itself and all the missions were all pretty similar. One of the biggest disappointment for me was how short the story was. I was expecting from what I read before I bought the game that it would last a very long time but it really only lasted 3 days. I understand there are expansion packs but that's kinda bull****. They expect us to pay $60 for the short game then additional to that they want us to buy a $35 dollar expansion pack.
    The game is fun when you play it but after you complete it, it's hard not to feel disappointed because the lack of content. I believe if the expansions were part of the game to begin with the general score would be higher. This game is honestly a much shorter, better visual version of borderlands.
    I would not recommend buying this game until it is $30.    … Expand
  82. jakethejinxed
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    I have read countless reviews for this game.... It seems to be very mixed, a love or hate type vibe stems from all I've read. This is my attempt at an unbiased review of what is DESTINY. Do yourself a favor and forget the hype, forget what the negative people have to say, hell, forget what the positive have to say... Do yourself a favor and block out everything that has been said, toI have read countless reviews for this game.... It seems to be very mixed, a love or hate type vibe stems from all I've read. This is my attempt at an unbiased review of what is DESTINY. Do yourself a favor and forget the hype, forget what the negative people have to say, hell, forget what the positive have to say... Do yourself a favor and block out everything that has been said, to include the hype, and be your own judge. With that said, lets jump in. Destiny is (of course in my opinion) an amazing game with lots to offer. I personally cannot put it down. I had my reservations coming into the world that is Destiny, but I'm glad I did. Destiny is an a brilliantly, well manicured, masterpiece from a visual standpoint. The gameplay and control you feel in the game is top notch. To be expected from a group like Bungie of course. The more you put in, the more you get out. Its seems the deeper I dive into the game the better it gets, which is what we all want with any game, right? Its a slow start and takes some getting used to, mostly due to the fact that there is not a lot of explanation or guidance along your journey, not to mention a story line that falls short of great and nowhere near the potential that Bungie has. Especially given the baseline of the Destiny story leaves potential for incredibly epic storytelling. And lets not sell ourselves short here either, we have merely only begun to scrape the surface of what Destiny is and will be. It can only get better from here, Bungie will not sit by and this be all Destiny is, it is a constantly changing and growing world with endless possibilities, and the good news is, we have the best in the business to ensure that. All in All, I am personally already having a blast with this game in all areas, from MP, to solo story missions, to patrols, strikes, public events, all the way down to the decisions that define who my guardian is and will become. But don't take my word for it, discover Destiny on your terms with an open mind and see for yourself. - Jake The Jinxed (Xbox One)… Expand
  83. ioxon
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    Pros:
    1. Gorgeous game! Let's all be honest here. Destiny is a gorgeous looking game.
    2. I personally enjoy PvE more than PvP so a Pro for someone like me is how well the PvE aspects work. Three's company comes to mind. 3 works well for story, patrol, or strike fireteams. Also, not everyone is a god at PvP so it's nice to have the co-op PvE option. 3. First Person view just feels    Pros:
    1. Gorgeous game! Let's all be honest here. Destiny is a gorgeous looking game.
    2. I personally enjoy PvE more than PvP so a Pro for someone like me is how well the PvE aspects work. Three's company comes to mind. 3 works well for story, patrol, or strike fireteams. Also, not everyone is a god at PvP so it's nice to have the co-op PvE option.
    3. First Person view just feels comfortable and right. Who hasn't enjoyed a game or two of CoD-like games? FPSes are fun and feel immersive so Destiny's FPS aspect felt comfortable right out the door.
    4. No expense spared with voice talent (probably the reason for a good half of the cost of making this game even - lol). The voices are recognizable actors/actresses from shows/movies you've seen before. It's pretty cool. I happen to be one of those that also realize Peter Dinklage's voice role is that of a robot so I don't expect the "Wheatley" type character out of my ghost. I expect it to be drone-like. It's how he was directed so people should leave it alone.
    5. Character outfits/armor diversity is strong. From the moment I started, I felt generally pleased with how utilitarian my character looked. In time - as you level up, the armor gets better textures and designs. Each class also has its own unique set of diverse armor/item looks.

    Cons:
    1. Patrol missions are not as diverse as one would hope when bounties are matched with patrol mission based bounties and you are forced to do the same things over and over again. It's forgivable since the outcome of completing a bounty is worth it still but it would be nice if the missions were more exciting, diverse, or even had more meaning. This is not a game breaker by any means though. Still, I would consider it the most "grindy" part of the game.
    2. No auction/trading system. This is also not a game breaker to me since I want to give Bungie the benefit of the doubt for a while to see how this plays out. The problem is that part of the fun of loot is that you can sell it for profit in a game usually. That idea also has its own flaws though so I want to see how this concept turns out. Either way, you get a lot of armor and weapons and parts/pieces from the worlds that you can't sell/trade.
    3. No non-friend social features like chat. This one is a no brainer really. I'm not sure why a chat feature wasn't implemented in The Tower AND out on Patrols or Story Missions where you can come across other players. Anything would be better than nothing and there is currently nothing. Try on proximity chat, text chat to nearby players, etc. This is a very basic part of any multiplayer game like this - where social areas are created but basic social tools are missing.
    3. Enemy diversity is lacking a bit. I have heard from others on this subject saying enemies are the same old re-used creatures scattered around the planets. This is true for the story arc that involves fallen and hive. Once you get to Mars, the enemy you fight changes. I won't say how but it does so that is good but I am listing this as a con since I do feel the enemy diversity could be more broad in general as well.
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    Overall, I am having a blast with this game and I really hope Bungie doesn't give up on it after such poor reviews all-around. The internet is an unforgiving place though and the world lives around/on/in the internet so I guess this is the direction the human species is heading. Bungie has a long-term plan for this game and it will include many expansions/updates that will broaden its boundaries so let's hope the future turns the haters into lovers of the game - for my sake.    … Expand
  84. unclekulikov
    Sep 16, 2014
    5
    Destiny is a competent game. It is not any shade of spectacular. Playing through it evoked games past, a mixture of Borderlands and Diablo. Examining the content, I didn't see anything new mechanically.

    Mechanics: Cooldown based abilities that are unlocked as you level, three standard fantasy classes (rogue, warrior, wizard), a limit of active abilities available at one time (similar    Destiny is a competent game. It is not any shade of spectacular. Playing through it evoked games past, a mixture of Borderlands and Diablo. Examining the content, I didn't see anything new mechanically.

    Mechanics:
    Cooldown based abilities that are unlocked as you level, three standard fantasy classes (rogue, warrior, wizard), a limit of active abilities available at one time (similar to Diablo 3's system), certain weapons that level up as they are used (similar to the special weapons in Darksiders 2 and Torchlight 2), weapons and armor of various calibers as loot. A 'super' power for each class.

    So far, solid treaded ground. This has been done before, and it has worked. It works again here, but without much 'new' added to the mix it's a retread rather than trailblazing.

    Gameplay:
    The gunplay wasn't stellar. It was less responsive than either Halo or Call of Duty in terms of weapon switching, reloading, animation smoothness and weight, and trigger responsiveness. The ammunition system is fine, with standard ammo, special ammo, and heavy ammo matching a weapon type (a feature I enjoyed in Red Faction 2), but again doesn't go beyond anything we've seen before.

    Levels:
    They are spotted with enemy spawns. Enemies will simply pop into existence at their spawn location about a minute after they were killed, in full view. This can lead to rather uncomfortable circumstances if someone cleared the area before you, and the respawn happens while you are standing in the middle of the spawn location. There are also repeated caverns that serve no purpose other than to house lone bosses that can be high enough level that you cannot damage them or the occasional chest.

    There is lots of retreading the same areas for multiple quests, and the order of quests makes it so you need to back track instead of clearing an area all at once.

    Loading times are common and long. Each transition can take up to a minute, and transitioning from a planet to the base or after a disconnect quickly becomes tiresome.

    Encounters:
    Enemies are simple. Each name has a set of associated properties, such as melee attacks, a shield, a sniper rifle, and so forth. They attack directly, sometimes flee into the open, and otherwise don't indicate much AI cleverness. The Elites from Halo 1 and 2 felt much more responsive - in tactics and self preservation.

    The way they are used is also repetitive. Overland enemies are there as mobs to soak up time and provide experience grind. Quality items rarely drop for these encounters.
    During missions they are roadblocks that add clock to reaching the boss near the end, usually by actually being the element preventing the player from proceeding: the way forward is blocked by some obstacle / computer / device, and the player's Ghost needs time to hack / modify / detonate the obstruction. That 'time' is actually 'kill X waves of these enemies that are higher level than in the overworld'.
    In event missions found on the overworld, it's another version of 'hold this point for X time' or 'defend the generator for X waves' of increasingly levelled enemies.

    A large issue with the opponents is that difficulty is merely presented by their numbers going up. More damage, more shields, more damage resistance. I saw no indication of different weapons, equipment or behaviors, and that's boring. Using the same tactics will win you the day, as long as your numbers are within reasonable distance of their numbers.

    The multiplayer is, again, competent but nothing special. It's team based and with a chance for loot at the end of each match. Vehicles are absurd within the mode, and the level design isn't polished nor inclusive of verticality.

    MMO:
    Maybe. It's an instanced game world where there might be some number of players in your zone, usually less than 4. Seeing them there helps break the immersion of the game, since the story revolves around the guardians being rare and set upon all sides by enemies, but jumping out into a mission that only 'you, the player' can take care of and seeing another couple players with the same instruction shatters the narrative reason for being there.

    Narrative:
    It's loose. The main character is mostly silent, despite the potentially interesting lore bleeding into every matte painting around each level. Combined with the lack of personality of the main, supporting, and background characters, there is very little engagement to be had in what could be a rich fictional world. As mentioned above, seeing other players on the same mission as yourself when the previous cutscene explicitly told you that no other guardians were able to respond breaks the immersion even further.    … Expand
  85. darkshale
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    I have had a 10 out of 10 experience with Destiny. The game might not be perfect but when you have such a scope there will be imperfections. If you have friends who play videogames play Destiny with them.
  86. Frezzaldo
    Sep 16, 2014
    5
    When I first heard of Destiny and the high ambition level Bungie have for this game, I was thinking:
    I hope it has the history of Mass Effect. A big and open world that I want to explore, like Fallout. A good shooter game like Battlefield.
    At least I got the last. I think Destiny is a disappointment. The planets are actually not that big, and there is absolutely no reason to explore    When I first heard of Destiny and the high ambition level Bungie have for this game, I was thinking:
    I hope it has the history of Mass Effect. A big and open world that I want to explore, like Fallout. A good shooter game like Battlefield.
    At least I got the last. I think Destiny is a disappointment. The planets are actually not that big, and there is absolutely no reason to explore them. There are a few hidden chests around each planet, but that's it. The missions you do on each planet is basically; follow the arrow on your radar to get from A to B, kill something and repeat. There is no point of discussing the story in this game, because there are none.
    The controls are good and multiplayer (pvp) is fun, but that's it.
    And whats the point of getting new spaceships when it's only for showing it on the loading screen?

    Plus:
    - Good controls
    - Multiplayer (pvp)

    Minus:
    - No story
    - No point of exploring, and the planets feels empty
    - Repeat, repeat, repeat
    - Grind, grind, grind    … Expand
  87. mesmer115
    Sep 16, 2014
    0
    Overhyped trash. this games get repetitive and boring after 2 days of playing the SAME freaking missions over and over again.                                                                                                                                                                      Overhyped trash. this games get repetitive and boring after 2 days of playing the SAME freaking missions over and over again.                                                                                                                                                                      
  88. 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
  89. Bandit439
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    Destiny is a really good game, but obviously a lot depends on what expectations you brought to the game. Reading through other comments I see some people say "This is the worse MMO ever" and then you'll see a comment that says "I was expecting a great campaign like Halo" and then there are comparisons to the loot variety in Borderlands. Well, Destiny isn't really like any of thoseDestiny is a really good game, but obviously a lot depends on what expectations you brought to the game. Reading through other comments I see some people say "This is the worse MMO ever" and then you'll see a comment that says "I was expecting a great campaign like Halo" and then there are comparisons to the loot variety in Borderlands. Well, Destiny isn't really like any of those things but for me it is a satisfying mix of elements from each of those influences.

    The game is satisfying as a shooter. The guns feel good, all the normal types of guns you'd expect are there and most have modification options to further suit them to your own personal tastes. The real draw for shooter fans is likely to be PVP and Destiny does a pretty good job of it, though I would like to see more objective game modes besides Control (Domination for CoD fans). I also think the super abilities sometimes have a tendency to overshadow skilled gun play at times. I think toning the supers back so they aren't insta-kill or adding a playlist that doesn't make use of them might be a welcome change.

    The game also borrows many things from the MMO genre as well. There are daily quests, weekly raid lock-outs, factions vendors with required reputation grinds, end-game loot tokens, armor dying, group finder, wearable items to represent a faction and the list goes on. But, this isn't an MMO and if you're primarily looking for a social gaming experience like you find in an MMO, you'll be disappointed.

    Finally, there is a loot grind element to this game and while it isn't as varied as games like Diablo 3 or Borderlands who make loot grind their main focus, it is better than I expected. I've liked experimenting with most of the weapons I've found but the armor is completely unexciting. Armor has a defensive value (seems to be dictated only by what slot it goes in and what item level it is), a Light stat and some combination of Intellect, Discipline and Strength. The Light stat is really just a proxy for how good the item is and accumulating higher levels of Light will drive your character's effective level beyond the normal cap of 20. As a hunter the Intellect stat allows me use my super ability more often, Discipline lets me use my grenade more often and Strength lets me use my throwing knife more often. All of these are nice but they aren't exciting choices and they don't really change the way I play at all.

    My suggestions on how Destiny could be improved going forward are:
    1) Add more armor stats to make for some more interesting gear choices
    2) Add more competitive-friendly play modes to the Crucible
    3) Keep the new content coming at a good pace    … Expand
  90. IronPandaNuts
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    I think Destiny Delivers a great oppertunity, it has a base beautiful environments and is extremely fun and addictive to play which is a great base. the oppertunity it provides is the ability to be apart of a growing game apart of Bungies promise because with every DLC with every event this environment and experience is going to evolve. this isnt a game that is going to drop every thoughtI think Destiny Delivers a great oppertunity, it has a base beautiful environments and is extremely fun and addictive to play which is a great base. the oppertunity it provides is the ability to be apart of a growing game apart of Bungies promise because with every DLC with every event this environment and experience is going to evolve. this isnt a game that is going to drop every thought they had into your lap in one disc. bungie never promised a one shot game like Call of duty or Halo they promised an environment that will evolve with the ability to customize your character so that the player can have a unique flair while they play. this game so far is just the begining a piece of the puzzle. What every one should be looking at is the big picture and realize that from here the 10 year evolution process is going to bring us on a very exciting ride and allow us to be apart of this history.

    Congrats to Activision and Bungie for a strong foundation to a future promise.    … Expand
  91. ROBO13M
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    Its funny how people are hopping on the Destiny hate bandwagon. This game is obviously better than any other shooter out on this console generation . You get more content in this game than you would on Halo , COD , and Battlefield. Its also hilarious how games like PT which has less content and replayability get a higher score by users. These haters have to realize that Destiny will notIts funny how people are hopping on the Destiny hate bandwagon. This game is obviously better than any other shooter out on this console generation . You get more content in this game than you would on Halo , COD , and Battlefield. Its also hilarious how games like PT which has less content and replayability get a higher score by users. These haters have to realize that Destiny will not fail and will flourish as a franchise. These negative reviews prove that users should not have a right to review games due to there hipster tendencies and lack of playing the game in its entirety.… Expand
  92. Eberstar
    Sep 16, 2014
    9
    This is a very fun game. Its like having a shooter MMO on console. And by all means compare it to an MMO, but remind yourself its not. It does share ALOT in common with MMOs however and thats its strong points. But like MMOs it lacks in a few departments. So hopefully the game sees some fine tuning and polishing in the next months.

    Its not a game changer, but theres still fun times to be had.
  93. Minilla
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    Great voice acting creepy but nice atmosphere, feels just like a halo game (it was made by bungee) and has good graphics. Nice weapons but it needs some kind of special mode and everything else is mediocre however the story also has a nice touch of not too fast, it's multiplayer is bland and needs more fast paced action. But overall good game 8.5/10
  94. ErockB86
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    I honestly don't get why there's so much hate for Destiny right now. If you had impossible expectations, that's on you not Bungie. They delivered a solid game with competitive MP that is actually fun and interesting to play, unlike COD. The story is open ended and a little less than the standard set by games like Mass Effect, but it's a FPS, the story is better than most of those in thatI honestly don't get why there's so much hate for Destiny right now. If you had impossible expectations, that's on you not Bungie. They delivered a solid game with competitive MP that is actually fun and interesting to play, unlike COD. The story is open ended and a little less than the standard set by games like Mass Effect, but it's a FPS, the story is better than most of those in that genre. Plus, the story isn't over yet, it's supposed to go on for a long time. With 2 expansions already announced. I think the ppl that are giving bad scores are haters that don't have the game, had such high expectations that they were fooling themselves (not Bungie's fault), or suck at the game. Just my opinion.… Expand
  95. Terrus99
    Sep 16, 2014
    3
    Where to start with what is bad about this game....
    1. Sci Fi world written 100's of years in the future and we still use handguns, shotguns, and rocket launchers.....really? Btw, these guns one shot you in pvp even though you have a personal shield and power armor.
    2. I got to level 20+5 Light Levels (25 total) and the end game grind is crazy, you'll need around 30 strikes a week to max    Where to start with what is bad about this game....
    1. Sci Fi world written 100's of years in the future and we still use handguns, shotguns, and rocket launchers.....really? Btw, these guns one shot you in pvp even though you have a personal shield and power armor.
    2. I got to level 20+5 Light Levels (25 total) and the end game grind is crazy, you'll need around 30 strikes a week to max your Vanguard marks at 100, probably 40+ pvp matches a week, thats well over 40 hours of game play a week to even have a chance at buying one piece of the best gear every 2 weeks.
    3. Pvp is so broken with unbalancing I don't even know where to start, piece of advice...play as a Titan, no other class should even exist.
    4. ALL of the worlds combined in Destiny don't even make up the same land space as the Barrens in WoW, it's so small, zero exploration, but it does look pretty.
    5. AI is so stupid, very predictable, I soloed multiple strikes after team members lost connection, dropped, etc....the bosses just have lots of HP, very little strategy except for running around avoiding damage.
    6. The Pvp reward system does not reward players at the top, it just a random clump of crap, random rewards to random people. You could just go afk and still have a great chance at gear.
    7. Spaceships, Personal Craft, Gear are all just cosmetic for the most, gear just improves your special and grenade timers
    8. Every world is instanced with a 1 minute load timer, there is zero sandbox and zero rewards for even exploring a planet, those public missions would be great if there were even players on the planets, most of the time it's me and just a few others.
    9. Storyline is non-existent......really, there is nothing there.....Zelda on Nintendo had more to offer.

    Good Side
    1. I got $43.00 back from Gamestop and put it towards Shadows of Mordor, so I only spent about $17.00 to explore what Destiny had to offer.

    Have a good day,    … Expand
  96. LFiori
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    It is a great game, indeed, with some problems such as: the story is poor, the chat system almost does not exist and the match system goes in the same way. However, the gameplay is very fun, the graphics are smooth and the classes and items and xp are something that make you want to play more and more. Though the quests are a bit boring, it is a nice game after all, and I think it deservesIt is a great game, indeed, with some problems such as: the story is poor, the chat system almost does not exist and the match system goes in the same way. However, the gameplay is very fun, the graphics are smooth and the classes and items and xp are something that make you want to play more and more. Though the quests are a bit boring, it is a nice game after all, and I think it deserves an 8 score!… Expand
  97. Perceivence
    Sep 16, 2014
    10
    I love this game! I think the critics are wrong. Yes the campaign is lacking a bit of a story but its so much fun to play with friends. I also love the loot system and cant wait until the expansions come out! Good Job Bungie by creating something new and I know you all will improve it as time goes on!
  98. tvhandy
    Sep 16, 2014
    8
    Bungie's greatest talent is bringing a group of people together in one room to binge play their games, and Destiny is no exception to that formula, and that's why I love Destiny. It's multiplayer is leagues above the rest, a through back to Halo, with a modern touch.

    Destiny's greatest fault is dragging you through a loosely defined storyline, a pawn of your ghost, that requires you to    Bungie's greatest talent is bringing a group of people together in one room to binge play their games, and Destiny is no exception to that formula, and that's why I love Destiny. It's multiplayer is leagues above the rest, a through back to Halo, with a modern touch.

    Destiny's greatest fault is dragging you through a loosely defined storyline, a pawn of your ghost, that requires you to search wiki articles to learn the simplest of facts about it's universe.    … Expand
  99. Toxicbrony
    Sep 16, 2014
    0
    its nothing more than a over hyped mediocre game. Its neither really bad but also it doesn't even come close to be the game we were promised. Its like this with most AAA titles lately. Destiny, Watch_Dogs, GTA 5 etc. Im loosing faith in the developers
  100. 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
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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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