Destiny

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  1. Tjackson31692
    Sep 13, 2014
    5
    I played the "Alpha" for a few hours, I put that in quotes because it's not an alpha, it's basically a demo. The public would never be allowed to play an actual alpha.

    Anyways, the more I played, the more bored I got. The missions are nothing but kill X amount of enemies. The enemy spawns are horrendous as they keep respawning so it feels like what you kill doesn't matter. I was    I played the "Alpha" for a few hours, I put that in quotes because it's not an alpha, it's basically a demo. The public would never be allowed to play an actual alpha.

    Anyways, the more I played, the more bored I got. The missions are nothing but kill X amount of enemies. The enemy spawns are horrendous as they keep respawning so it feels like what you kill doesn't matter. I was literally spawn camping enemies at one point. The classes aren't anything special. I looked over the skill tree and there's not much to even look forward to like you later can triple jump instead of double jump. You can't even sprint while reloading, I figured that would be some lame skill you get later on, but I didn't even see that anywhere. The game has aim-assist, which is totally unneeded and there's no way to turn it off. The sensitivity of the camera is too freaking slow, I maxed it out at 10 and I still wanted it like twice as sensitive. The only plus the game has is that you can slide, which is really only good in competitive MP, not so much vs AI.

    It seems like Bungie is trying to make Destiny be everything for everyone while being nothing for no one. They got the MMO and co-op aspect. It seems like they are trying to be a bit like Borderlands with classes and powers. The classes aren't different enough and the powers are very underwhelming. The only place I think the game may actually shine is in competitive because it's a decent-to-good shooter and building up your "power" would be fun in competitive. Even upgrading your skills should work in competitive because none of them will make you overpowered really.

    I kinda knew this game would be very underwhelming from last year's E3 developer interview where they were saying as a positive that all the classes weren't very different so you'd never regret making the wrong choice, which defeats the whole purpose of classes. And I remember one of the devs was like "we're Bungie and we make great games, so Destiny is gonna be great." If you focused on making a great game instead of taking that for granted, the game may have actually been great. The most entertaining thing about the whole game were all the voice actors like Peter Dinklage and Gina Torres.I played the "Alpha" for a few hours, I put that in quotes because it's not an alpha, it's basically a demo. The public would never be allowed to play an actual alpha.

    Anyways, the more I played, the more bored I got. The missions are nothing but kill X amount of enemies. The enemy spawns are horrendous as they keep respawning so it feels like what you kill doesn't matter. I was literally spawn camping enemies at one point. The classes aren't anything special. I looked over the skill tree and there's not much to even look forward to like you later can triple jump instead of double jump. You can't even sprint while reloading, I figured that would be some lame skill you get later on, but I didn't even see that anywhere. The game has aim-assist, which is totally unneeded and there's no way to turn it off. The sensitivity of the camera is too freaking slow, I maxed it out at 10 and I still wanted it like twice as sensitive. The only plus the game has is that you can slide, which is really only good in competitive MP, not so much vs AI.

    It seems like Bungie is trying to make Destiny be everything for everyone while being nothing for no one. They got the MMO and co-op aspect. It seems like they are trying to be a bit like Borderlands with classes and powers. The classes aren't different enough and the powers are very underwhelming. The only place I think the game may actually shine is in competitive because it's a decent-to-good shooter and building up your "power" would be fun in competitive. Even upgrading your skills should work in competitive because none of them will make you overpowered really.

    I kinda knew this game would be very underwhelming from last year's E3 developer interview where they were saying as a positive that all the classes weren't very different so you'd never regret making the wrong choice, which defeats the whole purpose of classes. And I remember one of the devs was like "we're Bungie and we make great games, so Destiny is gonna be great." If you focused on making a great game instead of taking that for granted, the game may have actually been great. The most entertaining thing about the whole game were all the voice actors like Peter Dinklage and Gina Torres.    … Expand
  2. shadowmancer66
    Sep 13, 2014
    8
    It's true that destiny did no live up to all that hype surrounding it, but it's still a fun game. A lot of people complain about how it's repetitive and having to grind, but that really didn't bother me since I've played other games that required MUCH more repetitive grinding than destiny.The game excels as a game to play with your friends, and has a fun pvp experience,very similar toIt's true that destiny did no live up to all that hype surrounding it, but it's still a fun game. A lot of people complain about how it's repetitive and having to grind, but that really didn't bother me since I've played other games that required MUCH more repetitive grinding than destiny.The game excels as a game to play with your friends, and has a fun pvp experience,very similar to halo's pvp.. Really the only major complaint I currently have about the game, is that the story is absolutely abysmal. If you play games only for the story, then don't play destiny. If you play games because you wanna have fun with your friends, then play destiny.… Expand
  3. TruMrBrightside
    Sep 13, 2014
    1
    This game will go down as by far the most disappointing game i've played in the past 3 years. Many things we were promised are non existent or the deliverance of said 'promises' are completely lacking in anything interesting. I see people getting bored with this game fairly quickly.. It's simply just.. boring after awhile.

    It's not that it isn't a 'big' game but it truly does feel    This game will go down as by far the most disappointing game i've played in the past 3 years. Many things we were promised are non existent or the deliverance of said 'promises' are completely lacking in anything interesting. I see people getting bored with this game fairly quickly.. It's simply just.. boring after awhile.

    It's not that it isn't a 'big' game but it truly does feel "empty". The loot is sub-par and the variations between classes aren't all the game changing. You don't really get the feeling of being 'unique'.. It's more "just run in and shoot" that's it..

    Buy at your own risk.

    I would give it a 7-7.5, I gave it a 1 because there are so many biased fanboys just plopping 10's on it for no reason. This game doesn't deserve praise for being a subpar game. The fact that you give crappy games excellent scores is what wrong with the gaming industry. These companies need to understand to not just release pure crap.. Stop being sheeps and demand better from these companies.

    Bungie has let us all down.    … Expand
  4. Alcapwn12345
    Sep 13, 2014
    8
    Man, I've played some fun games but this has to be one of my favorites. I know a lot of people are saying "BORING, REPETETIVE, 0/10" Let me refer you to another one of my favorite games, borderlands. I have to admit, the story was a bit linear and I hated that the ghost could just blab on forever and then you would get these cheesy one line clichés like "Who's there?" or "What do youMan, I've played some fun games but this has to be one of my favorites. I know a lot of people are saying "BORING, REPETETIVE, 0/10" Let me refer you to another one of my favorite games, borderlands. I have to admit, the story was a bit linear and I hated that the ghost could just blab on forever and then you would get these cheesy one line clichés like "Who's there?" or "What do you mean?" But, in the end I found it very similar to borderlands (Even though borderlands had an easier story to be interested in.) and my final verdict is, 8/10… Expand
  5. Conmysterio
    Sep 13, 2014
    7
    not really the mmo shooter experience that i had hoped but but a solid game, like most mmo's the game really only starts when you reach max level, in destiny the level cap being 26, however getting from 1-20 requires normal questing but when you reach level 20 you need to gain extra amour that has "light" on it this stat will move you from 20-26, but in my play time i have found it rathernot really the mmo shooter experience that i had hoped but but a solid game, like most mmo's the game really only starts when you reach max level, in destiny the level cap being 26, however getting from 1-20 requires normal questing but when you reach level 20 you need to gain extra amour that has "light" on it this stat will move you from 20-26, but in my play time i have found it rather hard to come buy, gear should be made more accessible not this constant grind for rep and "marks" (which is stupidly slow), you can gain 100 vanguard marks per week but for each strike mission you complete you are given either 2, 3 or 6 to me this is too little given that a strike mission can take around 30 mins to complete, also the rep grind is the same story far to little rep given for missions and strikes.

    in closing is destiny the game i hoped it would be simple answer no, however if Bungie are willing to listen to feedback im sure that it will greatly improve    … Expand
  6. Shamus1969
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    I seriously question if some of the negative reviewers have even played the game. Perfect? No, but I am not sure that I have played a game since Oblivion that has so captured my attention so quickly. I am still in the early stages of the game so I cant speak for the content later on but I am hooked. I see myself running late for work, dinner etc. in the coming months because I have to seeI seriously question if some of the negative reviewers have even played the game. Perfect? No, but I am not sure that I have played a game since Oblivion that has so captured my attention so quickly. I am still in the early stages of the game so I cant speak for the content later on but I am hooked. I see myself running late for work, dinner etc. in the coming months because I have to see what is around the corner or down the stairway. It is addictive. The graphics are gorgeous, enemy animation is organic, although when I am at the Traveler and see my character running it looks a little stilted. Why can they not get that right? The level of detail is amazing. The sound of the firefights is spot on but the music is underwhelming. Not bad just not on the same level as the visual presentation. The fodder enemies provide a simple challenge without being pushovers, they will kill you if you are careless. Boss fights are well balanced and challenging. Mind you I am still in the early stages so I haven't encountered many but, I noticed that the attack pattern of the bosses is varied enough that I couldn't special move spam kill them. This is not a loot fest like Borderlands or WOW so if that is what you like be prepared, but you still get cool weapons and armor to upgrade. The biggest complaint that I would have is that the world seems a little empty, but not dead. There are hidden passages all over to take but the enemies inside do not scale to your level so be ready to run if you see something with ??? for levels. You will die. Short story, if you like exploring, leveling, FPS, and fun, get this game. You will not be disappointed.… Expand
  7. all4ndee
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    I'm kind of sick of the "over-hyped" review. I feel like the only reason people fall into this "over-hyped" space is because they didn't take the time to look into the game before release and just imagined a revolutionary game without knowing what to really expect.

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

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

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

    But in conclusion, look at the game before getting it, knowing what to expect. This game is great for the most part, and just falls a little bit in others. Really wished the story was more motivating, just because its Bungie and my expectations were a little high for that. Let's hope Bungie see's their mistakes and just goes up from there.    … Expand
  8. Desbo4268
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    This game reminds me a lot of playing Diablo online with my friends, if you can get your head around that then you will truly understand what Destiny has to offer.
    Let me just say the gameplay is phenomenal and there were no glitches or network errors over the last few days that I jave been playing, and trust me when I say the game truly begins after lvl 20, Well done Bungie I look    This game reminds me a lot of playing Diablo online with my friends, if you can get your head around that then you will truly understand what Destiny has to offer.
    Let me just say the gameplay is phenomenal and there were no glitches or network errors over the last few days that I jave been playing, and trust me when I say the game truly begins after lvl 20, Well done Bungie I look forward to many hours in the world that you have created.    … Expand
  9. PoeticReviews
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    Look. In no way is this game a 6.4; that's ridiculous. As soon as I started playing this game, I couldn't put it down. This is truly one of the greatest game I have ever played, with great atmosphere, awesome models and stunning graphics. If you are thinking about buying this game, do. Without hesitation. Trust me, you will not be dissapointed.
  10. ohnomycoco
    Sep 13, 2014
    7
    This is a well made, fun to play game. The gunplay is solid and the loot hunting addictive. The game is rough round the edges in places, but overall is a quality title well worth your money (although perhaps not worth full retail price).
  11. LokNLoadedG
    Sep 13, 2014
    8
    I've been playing this game since Tuesday and it's been amazing. I know the game doesn't necessarily live up to the hype it got but that doesn't mean it's a bad game. There are debates involving how it looks like Halo and plays like Borderlands but seriously, I don't think it really matters. So a game that involves space reminds you of Halo? Okay there are tons of those. A game where youI've been playing this game since Tuesday and it's been amazing. I know the game doesn't necessarily live up to the hype it got but that doesn't mean it's a bad game. There are debates involving how it looks like Halo and plays like Borderlands but seriously, I don't think it really matters. So a game that involves space reminds you of Halo? Okay there are tons of those. A game where you run around freely and purchasing guns with a story line and reminds you of Borderlands? Who cares. Those are just hippies being angry, saying how "Bungie mashed Borderlands+Halo together". That doesn't mean it's a bad game. Let's see you hippies make a better and original idea.

    I would recommend playing this game with friends (or even just join a Facebook group and add people there) because doing missions solo may be slightly difficult, even if you are at the recommended level. I'm currently level 16 and been enjoying the hell out of this game.

    I saw some reviews saying leveling up too fast may hurt in the long run, but I can say it won't because there are going to be a LOT of content for those that are for max level players.

    As a MMOFPS/RPG, I'd say Destiny is really successful and satisfies those elements. When you see people saying how it's like any other FPS games, you have to think about this, WHAT ELSE DO YOU WANT FROM AN FPS GAME?! Like seriously, FPS = run, kill, knife, shoot etc. I don't know what these people want from FPS.

    I mean yes, Destiny is a great game but doesn't necessarily live up to the hype it had, but it's one hella fun of a game. And honestly, if a game is FUN, it's doing it's job. Just ignore all those idiotic haters and have some fun.    … Expand
  12. Sonicfan2001
    Sep 13, 2014
    8
    So the game ain't perfect what do you expect, But I must say it beats the living crap out of COD and I don't believe I have had this much fun with a game since Batman Arkham City! I certainly think it doesn't deserve the hate, but at the same time I can agree with some of the things people are saying. most of the places are old abandoned factories and network stations, but at the same timeSo the game ain't perfect what do you expect, But I must say it beats the living crap out of COD and I don't believe I have had this much fun with a game since Batman Arkham City! I certainly think it doesn't deserve the hate, but at the same time I can agree with some of the things people are saying. most of the places are old abandoned factories and network stations, but at the same time I'm there for the gameplay more than I am with the surroundings. Is this game for everyone NO! But for some people like me, it is! If your a fan of RPG's and FPS' then this game is for you!… Expand
  13. souptra
    Sep 13, 2014
    9
    From a person who never followed the hype for this game i can say that playing destiny was a really subtle, but fun experience. Bungie take a step away from the action movie styled video games and made this one more of a classic game where fun and interactivity matters. The universe was familiar and believable for the most part, and it gives me hope for the future when humanity will spreadFrom a person who never followed the hype for this game i can say that playing destiny was a really subtle, but fun experience. Bungie take a step away from the action movie styled video games and made this one more of a classic game where fun and interactivity matters. The universe was familiar and believable for the most part, and it gives me hope for the future when humanity will spread across our universe and hopefully beyond. If you are interested in sci fi then you will love this. The feeling of acquiring new gear, bolstering your armor and completing bounties are quite challenging and fun, and very satisfying. The level design is truly beautiful; well-crafted excellence. and to experience a vague idea of what it'd be like to go to the Moon, Venus, and Mars, and look up at the galaxy is a one in a lifetime experience. I have been seeing a lot of negative reviews, and i think you should take them with a grain of salt, but my experience of destiny was wonderful. money well spent, i give this game a 9/10, definitely worthy of a sequel.… Expand
  14. klaw12
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    I heard some of you people haven't bought Destiny but I didnt believe it. haha, then i read some of those 0 reviews on meta critic. most of these people haven't even played it. I myself only just stopped playing Destiny after 17 hrs of playing this digital chef d'oeuvre and sure enough it looks like some of you slept through the **** freight train of success passing outside, rattling yourI heard some of you people haven't bought Destiny but I didnt believe it. haha, then i read some of those 0 reviews on meta critic. most of these people haven't even played it. I myself only just stopped playing Destiny after 17 hrs of playing this digital chef d'oeuvre and sure enough it looks like some of you slept through the **** freight train of success passing outside, rattling your windows. "Somebody" mistakenly actually thinks they can stop the hype. Sorry somebody couldn't scrounge up a measly $70 to buy a golden ticket to The Game of the freaking moment? somebody wasted all their money on designer pc games like goat simulator and Dear Esther? Spent all your lunch money donating to TFYC to make a red-haird anime g/f name vivivan?Could you be more bitter? guess where that 500 MILLION fing dollars goes? Soon you won't have to pay for these AAA digital gold titles because it will automatically come out of your fkign taxes.A mandatory fee to the greater good because these GOAT games bring joy and fun to millions of real gamers all over the fkign world. 20 years from now your grand son will look at you wide-eyes and amazed that you played THE original mario brothers on NES. 800 years from then there will be random strangers flocking to a fking shrine to touch the exposed toe of a man that may-or-may not have playe Destiny on the night release on PS$. SO hop aboard scrub or get out the way because you will be run over by the hype trains because they have the momentum of half a billion dollars in cold hard cash in their storage cars and they stop for NO man. And no im not mad, im actually crying alitte because im so happy that i am young and have lots of time left to play games liek destiny and tlou and watch dogs and whatever is on my lifetime subscription d/l tray for origin and uplay and activision to instanly d/l to my pc painlessly in seconds within moments of release to my hardrive.… Expand
  15. folkiestcat
    Sep 13, 2014
    7
    Perhaps the most hyped game of next-gen so far, Destiny is a sci-fi shooter/MMO/RPG where you fight various aliens and robots in defense of future Earth. Let me get my biggest criticism out of the way first. Destiny's story is laughably bad. It is honestly one of the worst I've experienced in gaming, which is exacerbated by the voice acting, which feels phoned in and the actors,Perhaps the most hyped game of next-gen so far, Destiny is a sci-fi shooter/MMO/RPG where you fight various aliens and robots in defense of future Earth. Let me get my biggest criticism out of the way first. Destiny's story is laughably bad. It is honestly one of the worst I've experienced in gaming, which is exacerbated by the voice acting, which feels phoned in and the actors, particularly Peter Dinklage, sound bored and disinterested. There is very rarely a reason for what you are doing that makes sense to the average player. Does this condemn the game to oblivion? Surprisingly, no. Destiny ticks all the boxes for me to hate it but has at its core meaty shooting mechanics, fun character customization, and exploration. The open world may not be as large as Borderlands but it is still quite fun to explore. The game also includes a PvP mode, which is a bit hit or miss. Gun and armor stats are normalized so that the level 5 has a chance of taking down the level 20. This works well. What doesn't work well is the level design. Firebase Delphi is excellent, but all the other maps either feel slightly too small or too big. The only reason I play PvP is to play with more than 3 players, the limit for fireteams in most PvE game modes. Shooting and looting is great fun. The game has the perfect balance of loot, making you work to find the good stuff. Some of the missions are repetitive but they change up the enemy types enough to keep it from becoming stale. All in all, Destiny is a fun, but flawed game. If you are giving it a 10 or a 1 solely based on your pathetic flame war, shame on you. Ignore hype from now on and learn to accept games for what they are.… Expand
  16. oolevityoo
    Sep 13, 2014
    6
    Level 13 Titan; tested the Alpha version too, got as far as the end of planet Venus.
    Pros (IMO):
    -Crucible (non-story) can be fun for casual gaming. -The graphics are pretty incredible. Cons (IMO): -Ploy/character development is diabolical. Every mission involves driving to a computer, deploying your robot and fighting a swarm of enemies. "Look, Fallen" x infinity -The map    Level 13 Titan; tested the Alpha version too, got as far as the end of planet Venus.
    Pros (IMO):
    -Crucible (non-story) can be fun for casual gaming.
    -The graphics are pretty incredible.

    Cons (IMO):
    -Ploy/character development is diabolical. Every mission involves driving to a computer, deploying your robot and fighting a swarm of enemies. "Look, Fallen" x infinity
    -The map boundaries in story are quite limited, not entirely open world.
    -Loot and fireteam members are hard to find in story mode.
    -Progressively less incentive to level up.
    -AI is bad, winning hard missions involves exploiting it by finding areas where the AI will not go/be able to shoot you. I think the developers thought that making most AI ranged attacks homing projectiles would allow them to use basic AI shooting tactics.

    If you feel like casual, mindless gaming which you can play whilst listening to music when you are bored then this is ideal. This is a good example of why maybe indie games are becoming popular (lack of storyline development over gameplay).    … Expand
  17. DarthGabriel
    Sep 13, 2014
    8
    For Italian Users:

    Era chiaro che sarebbe stato molto difficile per Bungie riuscire a tenere fede alle enormi aspettative che si erano create intorno a questa nuovo titolo. Diciamolo: Destiny non può essere definito un capolavoro: si tratta di un bel primo passo verso il futuro del gaming, ma la strada è ancora lunga. Il comparto artistico, grafico e sonoro è di prim'ordine: 30 FPS    For Italian Users:

    Era chiaro che sarebbe stato molto difficile per Bungie riuscire a tenere fede alle enormi aspettative che si erano create intorno a questa nuovo titolo. Diciamolo: Destiny non può essere definito un capolavoro: si tratta di un bel primo passo verso il futuro del gaming, ma la strada è ancora lunga. Il comparto artistico, grafico e sonoro è di prim'ordine: 30 FPS granitici e 1080p su entrambe le console con scorci grafici talvolta da urlo. Lo shooting è solidissimo, fluido ed appagante, in pieno stile Bungie. il titolo mostra però il fianco su alcuni di quelli che dovevano essere i suoi punti di forza: la trama è inesistente, senza alcun momento epico, plot twist o personaggi memorabili. Le missioni principali sono tutte uguali come struttura, la varietà dei nemici è ridotta a meno di una decina di tipologie. La componente MMO latita a causa della limitazione a gruppi di 3 della modalità cooperativa, mentre la componente RPG funziona solo a metà, lasciando una forte sensazione di incompletezza. Il PvP è di ottima fattura, ma errori e crash continui flagellano l'esperienza e, finchè non saranno risolti, di fatto escluderanno molti giocatori dalle sezioni del crogiolo. Destiny appare insomma come un contenitore semivuoto, che Bungie potrà e dovrà riempire periodicamente con nuovi contenuti. Se il lavoro di supporto riuscirà a portare sufficienti novità, il titolo potrà regalare molte ore di divertimento. Ma non lasciatevi ingannare dal fantastico filmato introduttivo: se è una storia epica che state cercando, non la troverete di certo qui.

    Per gli utenti italiani, trovate le recensione completa su FantasyPlanet.it!    … Expand
  18. Anticles
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    A game does not have to be what you expect and more. It just needs to be what the designers intended, and at that, Destiny is an overwhelming success. This review is mostly to counteract all the 3 and under reviews from entitled know-nothing teenagers.
  19. rodericrinehart
    Sep 13, 2014
    6
    In no way is this a 10, but neither is it a zero. Too many people defending it and too many trolls. A solid, if not mediocre game with a lot of polish but probably not a lot of staying power.
  20. bloC_it
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    I played Halo on Xbox360. Therefore I was really happy that Bungie decided to develop a game for PS4. I played it now for a couple of hours and I have to say that it is plain fun. A Must-Have for all players!
  21. ThrillCKR
    Sep 13, 2014
    2
    Beautiful, but hollow. Like a christmas present with great looking wrapping, but just a bag of marbles inside. Bungies plan is to make this game last 10 years, but who the hell is going to repeatedly grind these very repetitive missions for even a few months? Not many.
  22. NiclName
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    Destiny is not really the revolutionary FPS we were waiting for, but it is still a good one.Destiny is a massive and extremely polished MMOFPS that really satisfies a lot of my gaming desires.. The shooting feels very "Halo" and the RPG customization is definitely there. Fighting can be tactical and hectic, but never truly unfair.
  23. GamerJesus
    Sep 13, 2014
    2
    Just reached level 20 and finished the campaign the evening.
    The 0's were right. This game is awful and the positive critics reviews and marketing are where the $500 Million went.
    Absolute rubbish and NOT a MMO at all. Even the positive reviews make excuses - not a good sign.
    Rent, don't buy, if you're curious.
  24. ZeroBSZone
    Sep 13, 2014
    3
    Is this seriously what millions of dollars in development gets us these days?
    Take a look at those positive critic "reviews" and tell me that all those high scores didn't come from websites with Destiny advertisements plastered all over them. Nope, no conflict of interest here at all!
    Also, I have a sinking suspicion that a good chunk of those User Review "10" scores are from Bungie    Is this seriously what millions of dollars in development gets us these days?
    Take a look at those positive critic "reviews" and tell me that all those high scores didn't come from websites with Destiny advertisements plastered all over them. Nope, no conflict of interest here at all!

    Also, I have a sinking suspicion that a good chunk of those User Review "10" scores are from Bungie employees trying to counter the damage from irate customers leaving zeroes. After experiencing buyer's remorse a day after plunking down my $60 on this POS, I was angry enough to create an account and write an honest review devoid of fanboyism and corporate sponsorship. Why do you think there is so much hatred for this game?! People feel RIPPED OFF and are voicing their anger about it. This isn't some troll tactic (or this whole "zero campaign" would have afflicted other games, too), this is how user reviews work: people are voicing their opinions based on their experiences with a product. In this case, I'm ranting about why I feel like this game isn't worth the disc it was printed on. I came in with the expectation of a shooter-MMO and ended up with a half-assed, last-gen console port on my brand new PS4.

    The Good:
    The music is decent

    Some of the shooting feels fun (for a few hours)

    I didn't experience any major technical hitches online

    The Bad:
    30 FPS?! I didn't buy a PS4 to play games at 30 frames per second!

    The sparse amount of mute players that flutter around during the campaign - they vanish when they're needed and are just annoying when they're not.

    The mission designs are lazy and amateur. I've seen more complexity and encounter structures in the original Everquest from 1999!

    Speaking of MMOs, Destiny is NOT an MMO - sure you can /dance emote but that's not what makes an MMO an Massively Multiplayer Online game. There are very few people around (maybe a small handful in the single Tower/Town) and even PvP matches are small-scale. Defiance was a (bug-ridden turd of an) MMO and actually had an open, shared world with hundreds of players. Firefall (PC only) is a shooter-MMO with an open world and hundreds of players sharing it. Planetside is a shooter-MMO (albeit PvP-only). etc. etc. etc. Destiny is a small collection of maps (that are called "planets" or "The Tower") where a few mute players occasionally drive by on their Star Wars SpeederBikes while you shoot waves of identical enemies over and over.

    Also, this game is suffering from last-gen-itis. It was definitely made for last gen consoles because all of the limitations were ported "up" to the PS4. Why are we being sold a last gen game for next gen consoles?!

    The story is laughably bad. I mean "Magic Missile!" bad. They seriously want me to visit their website to read up on the "lore?" How about you actually let players experience it in the damn game FFS?! Also, Tyrion Lannister as an Asperger's patient squawking in your ear through a malfunctioning auto-tune filter is TV-mute inducing.

    There are like 5 enemies in the entire game and you've seen them all about an hour into playtime. Hope you like flying claymore charges and robots with many arms because you'll be fighting them for the entire game (with a few 3D Studio Max primitive spheres thrown in now and then).

    Why am I forced to use a f***ing cursor on a console menu?! Who designed this and why are they still employed?

    Bottom Line:
    This lazy, sloppy and completely uninspiring game was squeezed out with little to nothing new to offer for its $60 asking price. Seriously, what does this game offer players that older games in this genre don't already do better? All that money clearly went to promoting the game and buying "professional" reviews because it's apparent none of it went to actually making the game.
    I really hope this warning reaches someone on the fence and saves them from wasting $60 on this pig with lipstick. Mine's going on Craigslist.

    Wow. That was surprisingly cathartic.    … Expand
  25. Supersexygirer
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    Hello my friends my name is John. I am a Player of Destiny, one of the best Games ever made. This game has everything a Good player can dream from. It will change your life, so give it a try. and dont forget to always SMILE:)
  26. goshaaz
    Sep 13, 2014
    7
    PvP, map designs and shooting mechanics are great. However, repetitive missions and a lack innovation stops this game from becoming a 9 or a 10. We'll have to hope that raids and future DLCs will improve the experience.
  27. xbox720p10fps
    Sep 13, 2014
    10
    Good gaming experience, 30 fps and sometimes 100 fps, becouse ps4 is so superiour.

    PVP is fun, quests are fun and semilong and so on. Bungie did great job with new gaming experience.
  28. monreader
    Sep 13, 2014
    8
    I don't think it has lived up to the hype but I do think it is a great game. The single player is repetitive and can get boring but the pvp, the setting, map designs and gameplay are all top notch. I haven't had this much fun with a multiplayer in a long time. I honestly can't get enough of the pvp! The matches are so intense and the satisfaction of when you come out on top against anI don't think it has lived up to the hype but I do think it is a great game. The single player is repetitive and can get boring but the pvp, the setting, map designs and gameplay are all top notch. I haven't had this much fun with a multiplayer in a long time. I honestly can't get enough of the pvp! The matches are so intense and the satisfaction of when you come out on top against an enemy is brilliant!
    Also people seem to forget that this is an mmo and will grow over time. We still have the Iron Banner,the raids and all the other special events that Bungie has promised to open up and I can't wait to continue to gear up my character in preparation for the Iron Banner.    … Expand
  29. zeone222
    Sep 13, 2014
    5
    My thoughts. This is coming from a level 16 who's just about to get to Mars:

    1. Story is downright awful. The premise sounds amazing but the execution isn't done right at all. 99 percent of the missions have been "press square, defend area, kill big boss, missions complete. And the odd occasional cut scene with cringe worthy voice acting. 2 Light on content. If you turned off the    My thoughts. This is coming from a level 16 who's just about to get to Mars:

    1. Story is downright awful. The premise sounds amazing but the execution isn't done right at all. 99 percent of the missions have been "press square, defend area, kill big boss, missions complete. And the odd occasional cut scene with cringe worthy voice acting.
    2 Light on content. If you turned off the endlessly spawning enemies this game could be completed in a few hours for the story. Considering the first thing they talked about this game was it's focus on the story I'm severely disappointed in that regard. So much potential and it just falls flat.    … Expand
  30. massivechicken
    Sep 13, 2014
    6
    It's a strange experience. You're kind of unsure what to make of it at first. It feels absolutely MASSIVE and there is bright hope for the future. However a few hours in and the repetition takes hold, and you suddenly realise that it never really explores anything to any great depth - just touches lightly on lots of ideas, not realising any to full potential. After grinding away bitterly,It's a strange experience. You're kind of unsure what to make of it at first. It feels absolutely MASSIVE and there is bright hope for the future. However a few hours in and the repetition takes hold, and you suddenly realise that it never really explores anything to any great depth - just touches lightly on lots of ideas, not realising any to full potential. After grinding away bitterly, I've found a new enjoyment - simply enjoying the gameplay for what it is with a couple of mates is fantastic fun!

    It feels like Bungie has built a framework for something huge, and sold it as a game by tacking together some gamey elements and hyping the crap out of it.

    Positive: The gunplay, FPS feel, general gameplay is wonderful. The graphics and sound are excellent.
    Negative: It feels empty and soulless at times. It's a feeling brought on by a distinct lack of depth to anything you do. Huge server wait times (some describe these as loading screens). Lifeless tower hub with only a handful of other players there. It's a very clinical, sterile experience.

    Loads of potential, fun fun fun at times, but on the hole, a clinical, sterile experience, void of any real creativity, design direction, depth or emotion.    … Expand
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#57 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 95 Critic Reviews

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