Destiny

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  1. YanAven
    Sep 30, 2014
    10
    Is the story bad? Yes it is. It's boring and dry, it lacks humor and it feels like something you heard a million times before. Are the missions repetitive? Yes they are, just go and shoot everything that moves, no serious brain activity necessary. Is there grinding? Yes there is, Destiny couldn't escape the horrible endgame curse.

    So how the hell am I giving this game a 10? Because    Is the story bad? Yes it is. It's boring and dry, it lacks humor and it feels like something you heard a million times before. Are the missions repetitive? Yes they are, just go and shoot everything that moves, no serious brain activity necessary. Is there grinding? Yes there is, Destiny couldn't escape the horrible endgame curse.

    So how the hell am I giving this game a 10? Because during the last 3 weeks, I've been shouting into my microphone, I've been making threatening gestures at my tv screen, and I've been waving my joystick victoriously in the air like I just don't care.

    I feel like many critics lost touch with the essence of gaming. Lets break down the game into categories they say, graphics, replayablity, story telling, bla bla bla... Where is the damn "fun" category? I think it's lost to most of them, some of the modern gamers too. They are running through the games, studying imperfections and missing the whole point on the way.

    So in short, if you're looking for a deep involving game with a moving story, Destiny is not for you. But, if you're looking for some mindless fun, just running around shooting frantically at things that needs to die. then you'll enjoy this game. And if you like to do this with human partners or adversaries, even more so. No, this game is not perfect, far from it, it's just fun, but that's the only thing I'm aiming for when I'm playing a game.    … Expand
  2. ItachiUchiha
    Oct 1, 2014
    10
    Quality matchmaking, Gameplay is smooth, Story is average but a pass for a game, Campaign is fun, Multiplayer is fun, collecting better gear is addictive.

    I've now put 40+ hours into Destiny and it was fun for every single one of them hours. Even though I put 40 hours in, I still feel like this game was not large enough, If only the campaign was a little bigger(Campaign was 15 hours    Quality matchmaking, Gameplay is smooth, Story is average but a pass for a game, Campaign is fun, Multiplayer is fun, collecting better gear is addictive.

    I've now put 40+ hours into Destiny and it was fun for every single one of them hours. Even though I put 40 hours in, I still feel like this game was not large enough, If only the campaign was a little bigger(Campaign was 15 hours long solo on normal missions, matching making for all strike missions)

    Multiplayer - No Capture the flag. This is a game type classic, and my favourite game type. In saying that, once you get good at head shots, rampaging in Destiny multiplayer is only second to Halo as a fun factor.

    Campaign - The campaign is no Last of us or Uncharted, but it's a solid action campaign.

    Destiny is a great game, 40 + hours of fun so far and still can't wait for the Iron Banner multiplayer to open.    … Expand
  3. Austin9991
    Oct 1, 2014
    10
    I don't understand where all the negativity comes from with Destiny. I think people expected the game to have a ridiculous amount of content right out the gate, which is unreasonable. I have invested at least 100 hours into the game and still absolutely have to play it once a day. While the story might not have been the greatest, it is also far from finished. Bungie would be idiots if theyI don't understand where all the negativity comes from with Destiny. I think people expected the game to have a ridiculous amount of content right out the gate, which is unreasonable. I have invested at least 100 hours into the game and still absolutely have to play it once a day. While the story might not have been the greatest, it is also far from finished. Bungie would be idiots if they completely finished the story for release if they expected the game to last 10 years, so they left it open to be built upon.

    The PVP aspect of the game is great, far better than Halo was, and so much more going on than plain old Call of Duty (which I loved playing btw). PVE is also insanely fun and addicting, especially if you have a friend or family member to play with. I have become easily addicted to leveling up and getting new gear.

    Relating this game at all to the failures that were Titanfall and Watch Dogs is ridiculous, this game is far better than both of those combined, and the statistics on play time these past couple weeks prove that.

    To conclude: If you like very well designed FPS games, with a fun multiplayer, and enjoy the leveling system of RPG's and MMO's get this game!!    … Expand
  4. mattchaiken
    Oct 2, 2014
    10
    Destiny is the product of Bungie killing themselves to make an epic game somewhere between Bethesda's open worlds and the other first-person combat franchises. On top of this achievement you can co-op with friends through a story line that is nearly impossible at higher levels, and endlessly re-playable. There is no such thing as being done with this game. It is a masterpiece. The onlyDestiny is the product of Bungie killing themselves to make an epic game somewhere between Bethesda's open worlds and the other first-person combat franchises. On top of this achievement you can co-op with friends through a story line that is nearly impossible at higher levels, and endlessly re-playable. There is no such thing as being done with this game. It is a masterpiece. The only mistake was not making enough collector's Ghosts for real life desks.… Expand
  5. TiGSwoopster
    Oct 5, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was recently asked to sum up what Destiny was like...not the story...but if I could paint a picture...but let you colour it...how would it look?
    Now not all of you know the story...so simply put, there's a being called the traveler that came to us, sorry, mars, and then to us. Bringing with it enlightenment and wisdom, our race flourished and grew beyond earth, lives lasted centuries not decades...but with great light...there must be great darkness...you can guess what found us...and almost broke us...but in it's dying breath it made "Ghosts" *Think of a floating iPhone...with Peter Dinklage's voice* to seek out beings or "Guardians" that have part of the Traveler's light in them......and guess which one found you?
    DINKBOT!
    K, simple break down.
    During the first few starting missions PvP (Player Vs. Player) is locked, this will give you a feel for the game, there's also a prompt to bring up your ghost, he will give you details as well as mark on your screen the direction of your mission.
    Destiny is broken up into several different types of games revolving around the model of a FPS. It's wave combat, much like zombies(CoD), mixed with a hack 'n slash element of mass mobs and loot drops. It's social aspect is that any part of this game can be done with at least 2 friends, 5 at max (Raids and PvP). It also adds the idea of "raiding" from a MMO as well as the social aspect of a hub to gather, and a world where people enter and leave freely among other players. There's a Story that gives you a general idea of the factions at war (Vex, Cabal, Fallen) but as a first installment of the game the depth of this isn't what most expected, there are massive maps to explore freely in "Patrols" (When on patrols you get smaller 'Sub-missions' to kill x number of guys, scan this, do that) and during Patrols a "Public event" will happen where anyone on the map can help win it, the better you do, the better the reward. Then there's more direct "missions" and "strikes" (Strikes are harder mission with increased rewards that needs to be done with a team of 3) that can be selected from a navigation map. (Missions can be set on "Heroic" for a harder try, and better rewards)
    The first 20 levels progress like any RPG, you get X amount of XP to gain a level and new abilities, your stats however are increase through guns (Intelligence for your Super, discipline for your nade, and Strength for your Melee) and armour. (Note you can increase your agility/armour/recovery through abilities gained when leveling your sub class) After lvl 20 gear comes with "Light" and you must obtain enough Light from the blues or purples (Rare and Legendary respectively) or Exotics (Yellow) the higher the light the better, as you gain more light the XP bar that was once green on your emblem is now yellow, when it fills, your level increases.
    When you gain light gear it's a good idea to level it, blues are easy to lvl, they merely require saphire wire and glimmer, legendary will cost you some of the items you have to gather on patrols (Spinmetal, Relic Iron, Spirit Blossom, Helium) found on each of the planets, this then unlocks lvl 26 "Raid" (You MUST be AT LEAST 26 to try this...go ahead...try it at 24...I dare you.) instead of a standard 3 man fire team you can now have a 6 man (or woman) team and take on even harder enemies and bosses for even better gear....and always use your gained XP to level your equipment and weapons (Once you max one weapon out, when doing bounties if you favor one gun over another but want it leveled too, swap guns, only your equipped weapon gets the xp), this gives them added effects and bonuses for maximum pain dealt to the nasties trying to steal your iPhone.
    PvP removes the lvl you are to balance the field, everyone shares the same base stats (however the decrease of your cool downs remains...so remember that part about your super, nade, and melee) Everyone's damage is about the same with each gun, however the stats of the gun (Stability, range, etc.) do remain, so again, remember those when gearing up for PvP.

    See, I've had a general understanding of this game since we were first given a look at it. A lot of people didn't know what they were getting into. This game, as you can see above is something far different than you've ever played. It meshes the single player feel with online and does so rather well, not perfect, but that takes time.

    I gave it a 10 because it is a GREAT game, the people who are negative towards the game have either bought into the rumors and other false crap disgruntled gamers have made up. Or didn't know what they were buying...and found it wasn't the game they thought it was.
    As for the "Broken" aspects like that loot bug with the cave....hey...if you need to glitch/exploit/cheat to win....that's your problem...NOT mine.    … Expand
  6. Seattlecritic
    Oct 8, 2014
    10
    I believe this game is a high 8 but I had to offset some bad reviews.At first I kind of felt back and forth, back and forth, back and forth some more... boring and this game won't last, to hey im playing for hours straight without thinking .. Bungie was right on how the game starts for people around 20 when the good crucible/gear stuff starts happening. Not to mention I can switch back andI believe this game is a high 8 but I had to offset some bad reviews.At first I kind of felt back and forth, back and forth, back and forth some more... boring and this game won't last, to hey im playing for hours straight without thinking .. Bungie was right on how the game starts for people around 20 when the good crucible/gear stuff starts happening. Not to mention I can switch back and forth when I get bored of the cruible because it's an everlasting CP basically with gear. Awesome game to play with friends that's for sure. It works everybody and is a great game. Looks great to as well.. 6 give a break… Expand
  7. Vicarious1
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    Please remember people, we are playing a FPS-MMO without a monthly fee.

    Patience is a virtue and it is time for you young Guardians to learn that you will get from life what you put into life.

    This is a good game that will only get better as Bungie puts more and more into it.
  8. spartanclone001
    Oct 9, 2014
    10
    Bungie has created a new and exciting experience for the FPS genre with Destiny, and once again raising the bar for what to expect with FPS games! Destiny is fun and a much needed breath of fresh of air that the FPS genre was needing for quite some time! Destiny throws out the old "just play multiplayer experience and level/rank up gameplay", and added a whole new element to FPS games:Bungie has created a new and exciting experience for the FPS genre with Destiny, and once again raising the bar for what to expect with FPS games! Destiny is fun and a much needed breath of fresh of air that the FPS genre was needing for quite some time! Destiny throws out the old "just play multiplayer experience and level/rank up gameplay", and added a whole new element to FPS games: MMORG elements (quests, raids, etc.). These "new " mechanics for an FPS game enhances the value of the game by giving a meaningful purpose to FPS gameplay. "Grinding" is fun and rewarding, but if that isn't your cup of team, Destiny still has a solid multiplayer versus mode (the Crucible) which is similar to traditional FPS "VS mode/matchmaking".

    Overall, Destiny is worth the money!    … Expand
  9. Gamsy
    Oct 14, 2014
    10
    TL;DR- It's okay to complain about the elements that this game is lacking, but to give it a zero rating??? Apparently those people have never played an ACTUALLY bad game (ex: Superman 64). There clearly was a lot of effort put into the design and game-play of Destiny, and it shows. Destiny has beautiful visuals, and the best FPS controls and feel of any FPS I've ever played. It's the firstTL;DR- It's okay to complain about the elements that this game is lacking, but to give it a zero rating??? Apparently those people have never played an ACTUALLY bad game (ex: Superman 64). There clearly was a lot of effort put into the design and game-play of Destiny, and it shows. Destiny has beautiful visuals, and the best FPS controls and feel of any FPS I've ever played. It's the first time anything like this has been done on console. And it's fantastic and fun.

    FULL REVIEW:

    This game honestly deserves an 8 or 9, but I'm giving it a 10 to offset the stupid butt-hurt people who gave it a zero for no other reason than their personal spite. That is not how critiquing works. Just because you want your money back doesn't mean you go and unfairly evaluate the game itself and the work that went into it. There are very few games that deserve zeros. This is not one of them. This is a well-made fantastic game. I enjoy playing it.

    Was it a let down? Yes, a little bit. A lot more was promised. But what was delivered still is pretty amazing. I am no fanboy of Bungie. I don't even like Halo very much. But this game combines all the interesting parts of MMORPG's and FPS's, and takes out the boring parts of both.

    Do you have to grind in this game? Yes. But that's natural in an MMO. If getting exotic/end-game weapons, armor, and materials were easy, people would complain about how easily they acquired end-game items. Grinding doesn't detract from this game in my opinion. Compare the grinding in Destiny to the grinding in other MMO's like WoW. In other MMO's when you need to grind, you point and click. Point and click. Point and click. In Destiny, you aim, shoot, hide, etc... it's SO much more engaging and active. Especially when grinding in the Crucible (multiplayer).

    As for the story, that is the only thing that makes me want to give the game an 8 instead of a 10. The story, well, sucks. Apparently there were higher-ups that caused a lot of issues and the story was reduced to what it is now. BUT, I'm confident they've learned what they did wrong. And I keep hearing a lot of people comparing this game to Halo and saying how Halo's story was so much better. Okay? We knew less about the covenant and Master Chief at the end of Halo: Combat Evolved than we do about the alien races in Destiny.

    There are quite a few other minor issues with the game, but I will not go into them because they are the types of things Bungie is already fixing through updates. (Also typical of ANY new MMO)

    This game in way, shape, or form deserves a 0. Or even a 3. There are so many worse games that deserve those numbers that were clearly made without any effort or thought. Destiny looks, and even feels like a 10-year love-letter project from Bungie. If there was someone to point fingers at for the story, it's Activision. But we have them to thank for the beautiful FPS controls. It is very obvious from the start that this game was not made in haste or without care. So don't treat it like it was. It's sad to see so many fellow gamers reduced to little cry-babies when they spent their money without reading reviews first and then complain they didn't get what they wanted. Sowwy wittle gamer babies, the world doesn't revolve around you ;)    … Expand
  10. funnyfrag
    Oct 15, 2014
    10
    The combat is excellent, the graphics are amazing and there is no chance of you being able to get bored. I got it a couple of weeks after launch and i could not believe the reviews. I became addicted instantly and i'm still enjoying it. I am not level 30 but i have still played a considerable amount of hours.
  11. PIGSMOKE
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    The game probably only deserves an 8, but with all the utterly ridiculous 0-1 ratings, all those who have thoroughly enjoyed the game must step up an counteract the childish exaggeration (even if it is with our own childish exaggeration). Seriously, I can't think of any game in the history of time that deserves a 0-1 rating. I mean if the game turns on, and has buttons that work, itThe game probably only deserves an 8, but with all the utterly ridiculous 0-1 ratings, all those who have thoroughly enjoyed the game must step up an counteract the childish exaggeration (even if it is with our own childish exaggeration). Seriously, I can't think of any game in the history of time that deserves a 0-1 rating. I mean if the game turns on, and has buttons that work, it deserves a 2. The games multiplayer is exactly what I was expecting, it is Halo meets Modern Warfare, with a WoW style reward system. The patrols are fun, and have decent rewards built in. The story is horrible, but it's an FPS, and I didn't expect much. If you are expecting a groundbreaking, mind blowing experience, look elsewhere. If you are a fan of PVP, similar to that which is found in Halo, or Modern Warfare, this game is Amazing. Tight controls, nice graphics, fun maps, and balanced classes. To all the negative reviewers, stop crying, and meet me in the crucible.… Expand
  12. Ebonylight
    Oct 19, 2014
    10
    I love this game, it is entirely and utterly beautiful and immense, in no way at all do I consider it a bad game, I truly wonder why people would say it sucks. I love playing, I love the story and that feeling of power that you can kill anything and everything, but the hordes keep it difficult and fast paced all while adding to the wonderful game but it keeps it slow enough you can keepI love this game, it is entirely and utterly beautiful and immense, in no way at all do I consider it a bad game, I truly wonder why people would say it sucks. I love playing, I love the story and that feeling of power that you can kill anything and everything, but the hordes keep it difficult and fast paced all while adding to the wonderful game but it keeps it slow enough you can keep your wits about you, and the PVP is wonderful in that nobody is overpowered or underpowered, I can say with all my heart it is amazing and the maps are wondrously wonderful, I hate the critics saying bad things about this game, nobody should feel this is bad because it doesn't live up to that 1,000,000 out of 10 rating.… Expand
  13. antipower6
    Oct 26, 2014
    10
    This game is amazing. Haven't played a game this well designed in ages. Recommend it to everyone who likes shooters and loot games. Absolutely love it.
  14. samleick
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    This is game is exactly what I was looking for. A game that feels right at home with my favorite franchises (Borderlands, Halo, WoW). A lot of gamers have been reviewing the game like that thou. Trying to describe the game in terms of other games because it's a unique title! My suggestion for anyone that is interested in this game, Do what I did and go to a local redbox and rent it. Try itThis is game is exactly what I was looking for. A game that feels right at home with my favorite franchises (Borderlands, Halo, WoW). A lot of gamers have been reviewing the game like that thou. Trying to describe the game in terms of other games because it's a unique title! My suggestion for anyone that is interested in this game, Do what I did and go to a local redbox and rent it. Try it out. If it resonates with you as a player, get the game. Most of the low scores are people that bought the game because of the hype of it. There's nothing wrong with that, but it may perhaps be why you frequently get stung with a game that doesn't fit your playstyle.… Expand
  15. MourYomsAhore
    Oct 28, 2014
    10
    Everything might not be as perfect as we had hoped, but at least Bungie tried something different. In the future, competitors in the FPS genre will be assuredly be trying to lift some of the ideas from Destiny to add some mmo-ness into their own games.
  16. CoolZ619
    Oct 30, 2014
    10
    Yeah, let's give Destiny a 6.4 User Score, and give Cory in the House on DS a 9.4. There's a difference between a game being bad and a game being disappointing, you should judge it on the content not on what you thought it was going to be. If it turned out to be the type of game you don't want to play, you shouldn't have pre-ordered it. Whenever you buy a game, you read the reviews. IYeah, let's give Destiny a 6.4 User Score, and give Cory in the House on DS a 9.4. There's a difference between a game being bad and a game being disappointing, you should judge it on the content not on what you thought it was going to be. If it turned out to be the type of game you don't want to play, you shouldn't have pre-ordered it. Whenever you buy a game, you read the reviews. I don't like Spelunky. Does that make it a bad game? NO.… Expand
  17. ikereview
    May 8, 2015
    10
    destiny is the best fps of 2014 best graphics best fps style gameplay no major giltches and bugs its not tedious like oot is and destiny is a must have game
  18. mechknight3
    Nov 19, 2014
    10
    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.
  19. Cageesh
    Nov 26, 2014
    10
    I understand why some People think Destiny isn´t as cool as it looked in the Trailers or it was promised to be. Actually Destiny isn´t the game I expected, but it´s still the best game I´ve played since Halo 4. Maybe there´s no real Story, maybe the real missions are a bit boring after some hours of playing, but in my opinion there are so much more things you can do. When you´re playingI understand why some People think Destiny isn´t as cool as it looked in the Trailers or it was promised to be. Actually Destiny isn´t the game I expected, but it´s still the best game I´ve played since Halo 4. Maybe there´s no real Story, maybe the real missions are a bit boring after some hours of playing, but in my opinion there are so much more things you can do. When you´re playing with friends’ it´s so much fun doing even the real boring missions or strikes. Even farming can be fun if you just run around together and do crazy things with your sparrows (most likely with the EV-30 Tumbler) or try to find new treasure spots. And most fun is the PvP right now. People saying Hunters are OP just don´t know what to do. The only things that are OP in PvP are exotic weapons, and seriously, what else should they be? Just try to find out what works best for you and Play it. I got a Titan and a KDA of 4.2 for example. What class you choose is idol, the only Thing you should care about are their skills with weapons. So in the end you have to decide what kind of game you want to play, if you want an ego shooter play BF or CoD, but if you want to play together with friends Destiny will be real fun for you.… Expand
  20. Killer0585
    Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Excellent game, a bit slow to start, but it really takes off when you start to get gear, levels, and mastery. Try every class to find what you are good with. This game is not good to play alone, but with a good group, it is one of the best games you'll play in this genre. Level 1-20 is not much fun, but after that it is great. After picking this up on release night, I played every day forExcellent game, a bit slow to start, but it really takes off when you start to get gear, levels, and mastery. Try every class to find what you are good with. This game is not good to play alone, but with a good group, it is one of the best games you'll play in this genre. Level 1-20 is not much fun, but after that it is great. After picking this up on release night, I played every day for almost 3 months with some of my University friends and co-workers. PvP balance is rough, but is being improved over time (Like an MMO, surprise surprise) With a bit of time, PvP should be near perfect. Until then, expect a few difficulties.
    For me, a 10 out of 10.    … Expand
  21. Soldier_ESO
    Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Game is perfect for me... one character consumes just enough time but not so much that my wife gets upset. VoG raid is amazing, loot is easy enough to get but not so easy that is boring. Always something new to work toward without taking up all my time. I can see this being my only game for years to come!
  22. musgrada
    Dec 3, 2014
    10
    I'm really enjoying this game. I can understand the criticism. There are good points made. I played through Halo 1 with a friend, and I've played Halo multiplayer, and enjoyed it, but I never had an xbox myself, so I never dived into the Halo world. I can understand those who loved Halo feeling disappointed by Destiny. Destiny's "world" and story feels limited compared to Halo. ButI'm really enjoying this game. I can understand the criticism. There are good points made. I played through Halo 1 with a friend, and I've played Halo multiplayer, and enjoyed it, but I never had an xbox myself, so I never dived into the Halo world. I can understand those who loved Halo feeling disappointed by Destiny. Destiny's "world" and story feels limited compared to Halo. But Destiny's world is beautiful, and interesting.

    With that being said, why I give this game a 10, is because I'm addicted to it. I love wasting time with the different goals the game sets up for you. I don't mind grinding missions when the objective is a little different, such as bounties, exotic bounties, and strikes. Finding a random treasure chest feels like the lottery, and hitting a legendary in pvp, is a gold mine. I love how seamless the transition is from single player, to multiplayer. It all feels like the same universe. This is different from COD and Battlefield in the sense that the single player and multiplayer, while fun, feel segregated.

    I'm just having a lot of fun playing Destiny. It's as simple as that. So refreshing after Battlefield 4 was a huge let down for me. The Vault of Glass was huge and a great experience.

    I just love Destiny. I just love it.    … Expand
  23. nkikola
    Dec 8, 2014
    10
    Played this game a solid 2 months straight putting in over 150 hours. Best game I have played in a while - lots to do before even dabbling in PVP. It was well worth the $60 and I am looking forward to the DLC.

    I will admit story is non existent if you are looking for a good story look elsewhere but then again most people dont play multiplayer games for the story they play it for the experience.
  24. sesamechicken
    Jan 12, 2015
    10
    I'm an FPS guy through and through, and I've never been a fan of any sci-fi game, especially one that revolved around gear and damage points, etc. I gave Destiny a chance and I'm glad I did. The main thing that helped the most for me was to have friends who knew what was what explain it to me. Because the game itself is fairly involved (for a FPS, anyway) there were a lot of questions II'm an FPS guy through and through, and I've never been a fan of any sci-fi game, especially one that revolved around gear and damage points, etc. I gave Destiny a chance and I'm glad I did. The main thing that helped the most for me was to have friends who knew what was what explain it to me. Because the game itself is fairly involved (for a FPS, anyway) there were a lot of questions I had and seemingly no way to answer them in-game. Once I had a handle on what was going down, how currency was used, the difference between raids, strikes, patrols, story missions, etc, I've been having a blast. I may just be tempted to buy the DLC for this one because it's that much fun.… Expand
  25. Tablettrongames
    Jan 27, 2015
    10
    Where it lacks a large amount of story, the games does have great gameplay and the expansion is not disappointing. The game is altogether a very enjoyable journey of a game made by the creators of halo 1,2,and 3. It is worth checking out. Tablettron out ^_^
  26. cbeck16
    Jan 28, 2015
    10
    Destiny is truly the greatest game I have ever played. However, this game will not be for everyone. Destiny is a hybrid MMOFPS, with a hint of RPG in. As someone has put in nearly 8 days of total play time, I would seriously compare it to Halo and Borderlands combined, however it really isnt all that similar, just trying to give an idea of what gameplay is like. What seperates this gameDestiny is truly the greatest game I have ever played. However, this game will not be for everyone. Destiny is a hybrid MMOFPS, with a hint of RPG in. As someone has put in nearly 8 days of total play time, I would seriously compare it to Halo and Borderlands combined, however it really isnt all that similar, just trying to give an idea of what gameplay is like. What seperates this game from other games, is its leveling through gear instead of straight up XP grinding. In order to hit the level cap, you must play through raids, which are by far the most fun aspect to this game. A lot of players do not like raids due to the fact that it does not have matchmaking for fireteams, but there are other resources on the web that can help you find them such as firetea.ms and destiny lfg. Overall, a truly amazing experiences if you're willing to put in the time for it to be fun. It requires a lot of learning to figure out how the game works.… Expand
  27. Itzderpy123
    Apr 4, 2015
    10
    Destiny has definitely got me glued to my TV screen. Yes, it has a very tedious, quaint storyline, but the real fun is the climb to level 32. Also, the new DLC's are adding to the story, making it much more fun than the original. Bungie has really outdone themselves with the amazing graphics and combat. A few tips- keep your legendary gear in case you want to swap out your gear as you areDestiny has definitely got me glued to my TV screen. Yes, it has a very tedious, quaint storyline, but the real fun is the climb to level 32. Also, the new DLC's are adding to the story, making it much more fun than the original. Bungie has really outdone themselves with the amazing graphics and combat. A few tips- keep your legendary gear in case you want to swap out your gear as you are only able to equip one piece of exotic armor at one time, do all the bounties every day to improve your rankings with all the different factions, do raids and strikes to improve Vanguard/other faction ranks, and don't waste the glimmer on ships.… Expand
  28. SillyRukus
    Apr 20, 2015
    10
    I am very pleased with this game since the September drop. I enjoy playing online with friends and randoms. I am very excited for the new DLC and future projects that Bungie and Activision have in store for us. Thank you and God Bless.
  29. cragbo56
    Apr 27, 2015
    10
    love this game I actoualy reached the highest level available at this time and I enjoy the game so much one of the best shooters of all time im am greatly impressed with the dark bellow DLC and would advise any gamer on ps4 and xbox one to get it I cannot wait for the house of wolves DLC great job bungie
  30. DDP
    May 9, 2015
    10
    Great Game, possibly the nearest game to get near Halo as console shooter. Great story, and story mode (which is limited to player will). great replayability, months after having purchased, it is still in my library ready to be played every day. great game if you have a bunch of friends to play with you.
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Awards & Rankings

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#57 Best PS4 Game of 2014
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#2 Most Discussed PS4 Game of 2014
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#3 Most Shared PS4 Game of 2014

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Metascore
76

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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