Is Destiny 3 finally on the horizon? A recent leak is giving fans a glimmer of hope after years of anticipation, but don't get too excited just yet. We're diving deep into the latest rumors surrounding the potential development of a brand new Destiny installment.
Destiny 2 hasn't exactly been smooth sailing lately. Following the launch of The Final Shape in June 2024, which concluded the epic ten-year Light and Darkness saga, many dedicated players felt a natural progression would involve the announcement of a full-fledged Destiny 3. Instead, Bungie initiated the new Fate saga with Edge of Fate, an expansion that's been met with a decidedly lukewarm – and in some cases, negative – reception from the Destiny community. Player counts have plummeted to record lows, even dipping below the numbers seen during the infamous Curse of Osiris era! This has understandably fueled growing concerns about the future direction of the franchise. The Final Shape felt like a definitive ending for many, making the subsequent silence regarding a true sequel all the more frustrating.
Related: Bungie has admitted that Edge of Fate was "the wrong path" for Destiny 2, acknowledging that the Power and Tier grind "will never be a substitute for earning a trophy" and that the system demonstrably failed. (https://thegamepost.com/bungie-edge-of-fate-was-the-wrong-path-destiny-2-power-tier-grind/)
Now, a fresh claim from a reputable Destiny leaker is reigniting those long-held dreams of a Destiny 3. But here's where it gets controversial... Is it too soon? Is Bungie spreading themselves too thin?
Destiny 3: Early Stages of Development?
Earlier today, Destiny leaker and dataminer Colony Deaks took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce that Destiny 3 is currently in "extremely early development" at Bungie. It's important to note that Colony Deaks has a solid track record, having previously shared accurate leaks pertaining to both Destiny and Marathon, several of which have been verified by The Game Post. While it's still unconfirmed information, the source is considered reliable within the Destiny community. And this is the part most people miss... it's extremely early. This means things are subject to drastic change, or even cancellation.
According to Colony Deaks, they had been holding onto this information for several weeks, feeling that it was too premature to discuss given the project's nascent stage. However, after another account posted similar information earlier in the day, they decided to come forward and make the claim public.
Here's the full statement from their X post:
"Yes, Destiny 3 is in extremely early development," the post reads. "Some of you may have seen a tweet early this afternoon that mentioned that. We have been sitting on the info for a few weeks now and wanted to wait to talk about this seeing as it is in such an early state, and it just sucks to see others post about it carelessly for free internet points.
"We plan to share more info in the coming months as we wait on the larger scale things to develop and take shape. Sit tight."
Related: A Destiny 2 Shadow & Order leak reveals Pantheon 2.0 details, returning bosses from Scourge Of The Past, Crown Of Sorrow, and Spire Of Stars Raids (https://thegamepost.com/destiny-2-shadow-order-leak-pantheon-details-bosses-raids/)
As of now, Bungie has remained silent on the matter. Officially, the studio remains focused on Destiny 2's Fate Saga and the Year of Prophecy. As always, it's wise to approach such claims with a healthy dose of skepticism. Even if the information is currently accurate, projects in "extremely early" development are susceptible to changes in direction, reboots, or even outright cancellation. Think of it like baking a cake – you might have the ingredients, but the final product could still end up as cookies! The Game Post has reached out to Bungie for comment and will update this story should we receive a response.
Assuming the claims are accurate and Destiny 3 is indeed in its initial stages, a realistic estimate would place its potential launch date at least four to five years away, potentially around 2029 or 2030. This aligns with Bungie's recent decision to push the full Destiny 2 roadmap and State of the Game into 2026, citing the need for more time to solidify long-term plans. If Destiny 3 is a reality, this delay suddenly starts to make a lot more sense.
Related: Destiny 2 is considering adding Sparrow Racing League, unvaulted campaigns, NPC sidekicks, new Subclass abilities, a new Gambit mode, and more, according to a recent survey (https://thegamepost.com/destiny-2-adding-sparrow-racing-unvaulted-campaigns-npc-gambit-survey/)
It's also worth remembering that Bungie was previously developing a separate Destiny spinoff game, codenamed Payback, spearheaded by studio veterans Luke Smith and Mark Noseworthy. However, that project was reportedly scrapped in mid-June, and both leaders quietly departed the studio around the same time.
Adding to the complexity, Sony recently disclosed that Destiny 2’s sales and user engagement “have not reached the expectations we had at the time of the acquisition of Bungie,” resulting in a significant $204 million impairment against the studio’s assets. This financial pressure could certainly influence Bungie's future plans. Could a Destiny 3 be a way to revitalize the franchise and meet those expectations? Or is it too big a risk given the current climate?
What are your thoughts on this leak? Would you welcome a full sequel to the Destiny franchise? Or do you think Bungie should focus on refining Destiny 2? Share your opinions in the comments below! We want to know where you stand on this potentially game-changing news!
