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What Changes Made Destiny 2 Fans Revolt Against Bungie’s Latest Update?
Destiny 2 players are upset with Bungie after the latest game update changed how things look and work. The Edge of Fate expansion brought new menus and screens, but many fans don’t like what they see.
Major Player Complaints About UI Changes
The biggest problem is the director screen. This is the main map where players pick where to go in the game. Bungie made the colors much lighter and duller. Players say it looks washed out and boring now. One player on Reddit said the changes were “so dumb” because the director screen has been important to Destiny since day one.
Over 2,000 players agreed with this complaint. Many say the new gray colors make the director feel dead and unwelcoming. Some think Bungie did this on purpose to push people toward using a new portal system instead.
The new portal system has its own issues:
- Big, clunky buttons that look like a phone app
- Missing important activities like raids and dungeons
- Forces players to go back to the old director anyway
- Matchmaking problems and hidden menus
- Feels generic instead of epic
Players who defend the portal say it helps new players who might get confused by too many options. But longtime fans call it a step backward.
Pathfinder System Removal Angers Players
Bungie also removed the Pathfinder bounty system. This let players earn Bright Dust (game money for cosmetics) by doing tasks at their own speed. Now there’s a weekly limit of about 1,000 Bright Dust if you complete daily challenges.
Players who used to grind for more rewards feel cheated. Many think this pushes them to spend real money on Silver instead of earning free cosmetics. The old system had problems, but it gave players control over how much they could earn.
Some fans point out that Destiny 2 has been giving less free stuff over the years while pushing store purchases more. This change, combined with the UI problems, makes players extra frustrated.
Small Changes That Add Up
Other tweaks are bothering players too. Weapon details now show only icons instead of perk names when you hover over them. You have to hold a button to see the actual details. This makes sorting through loot drops slower and more annoying.
The icons are small and hard to read quickly, especially for perks players don’t know by heart. These small changes pile up to create more frustration during gameplay.
What Players Want
Most players hope Bungie will listen and change some things back. They want the game to keep its special feel while still welcoming new players. The backlash shows how much fans care about Destiny’s identity and user experience.
Social media is full of complaints from players who feel ignored. Many worry that these changes make Destiny 2 feel less unique and more like generic mobile games.
If Bungie doesn’t address these concerns, the negative reaction might last much longer than they expected. Players invest lots of time in this game and want their voices heard when important changes happen.