Destiny 2: Lightfall

 PlayStation 5
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Kotaku
    Mar 20, 2023
    Lightfall is definitely a slow burn. I can’t recommend it to people who aren’t already invested in the game in some way, unlike The Witch Queen, which was arguably the best shooter campaign of 2022...But I think, or at least I’m hopeful, that it will bear more fruit over the long run. Season of Defiance is already off to a really strong start compared to other expansion-adjacent seasons, quality of life is improving, a lot of the currencies and grinding is getting streamlined, and there’s room to tie up a lot of interesting loose ends before The Final Shape. [Ethan Gach]
  2. Polygon
    Mar 3, 2023
    There’s certainly something impressive about a game like Destiny 2, which has a history of its own, but also one that dates back to past franchises. But it leaves one wondering if there’s space at all for those who have no relationship with that history — who approach the game as visitors, witnessing just a sliver of what must feel like a lifetime of memories.

Awards & Rankings

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#26 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2023

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User Score
3.1

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 84 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 84
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 84
  3. Negative: 61 out of 84
  1. patjakker
    Mar 2, 2023
    0
    The "story" if you can even call it that is basically a strand tutorial Zero explanation about what is going on, the new characters areThe "story" if you can even call it that is basically a strand tutorial Zero explanation about what is going on, the new characters are annoying and whiny, new destination is empty
    Their marketing team is amazing because this is the worst game expansion ever and i really looked forward too it Only buy this if you like wasting money, €50 for this trash is just insane    … Full Review »
  2. Greysteel
    Mar 2, 2023
    6
    Really poor writing. Abysmal new characters and a real slog of a campaign. Great new environment and the quality of life changes make the gameReally poor writing. Abysmal new characters and a real slog of a campaign. Great new environment and the quality of life changes make the game easier to organise and enjoy.… Full Review »
  3. BootyWooty
    Mar 1, 2023
    1
    Reviewer “DinaSousa” must work for Bungie or is getting paid for a positive review. Or, we played completely different games lol
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