Destiny 2's Prophecy Year: Key Details for Guardians

Get ready, Guardians! Bungie has just unveiled an exciting lineup for Destiny 2, marking the "Year of Prophecy" with a series of expansions and updates that promise to enhance the experience for both paying and free players. This year is set to be packed with four major content releases, including two paid expansions and two significant updates accessible to all players.

Kicking off the year, the "Rite of the Nine" update is now available at no extra cost. This update offers a fresh take on dungeon diving, appealing to both seasoned players and newcomers. Familiar dungeons like Prophecy, Spire of the Watcher, and Ghosts of the Deep will feature unique twists, allowing players to reconnect with Orin and explore refreshed dungeon weapons.

On July 15, the new expansion, Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate, will launch, marking the beginning of a multiyear saga. This paid expansion reintroduces the enigmatic Nine and introduces new characters, Lodi and Ikora, who will play pivotal roles. Set on the new destination, Kepler, inspired by the puzzle-solving and pathfinding challenges of Destiny 2’s dungeons, players can expect new enemies, weapons, gear, and destination-specific abilities.

Simultaneously, on July 15, major core game innovations will be introduced, including revised armor and gear systems to enhance buildcrafting opportunities. A new activity selection screen, the Portal, will allow players to choose between Fireteam Ops, Pinnacle Ops, Crucible Ops, and the newly introduced Solo Ops. These options cater to different play styles, from quick fireteam action to solo gameplay sessions. Additionally, 50 new modifiers will enable deeper gameplay customization, and curated activity rotations will keep the game fresh and engaging.

Pre-order bonuses for Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate include an instantly unlockable Exotic Ghost and Legendary Emblem. For those looking for more, the Year of Prophecy Edition and Ultimate Edition offer additional content and exclusive items. Here's a detailed look at what each pre-order package includes:

Destiny 2 Pre-Order Details

The Edge of Fate Pre-Order includes:

• The Edge of Fate Campaign
• New Raid
• 1x Active Rewards Pass
• Pre-Order Exclusive Exotic Ghost (instant unlock)
• Pre-Order Exclusive Legendary Emblem (instant unlock)

Year of Prophecy Edition Pre-Order includes:

• The Edge of Fate and Renegades Campaigns
• New Raid and Dungeon
• 1x Active Rewards Pass
• 3x Rewards Passes
• The Edge of Fate Pre-Order Exclusive Exotic Ghost (instant unlock)
• The Edge of Fate Pre-Order Exclusive Legendary Emblem (instant unlock)
• Renegades Pre-Order Exclusive Exotic Ship (available September 9, 2025)
• Renegades Pre-Order Exclusive Legendary Emblem (available September 9, 2025)

Year of Prophecy Ultimate Edition Pre-Order includes:

• The Edge of Fate and Renegades Campaigns
• New Raid and Dungeon
• 1x Active Rewards Pass
• 3x Rewards Passes
• Instant Unlock Exotic Sniper Rifle: New Land Beyond
• New Land Beyond Ornament and Catalyst (available at launch of Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate)
• The Edge of Fate Pre-Order Exclusive Exotic Ghost (instant unlock)
• The Edge of Fate Pre-Order Exclusive Legendary Emblem (instant unlock)
• Renegades Pre-Order Exclusive Exotic Ship (available September 9, 2025)
• Renegades Pre-Order Exclusive Legendary Emblem (available September 9, 2025)
• Year of Prophecy Exotic Emote (instant unlock)
• Year of Prophecy Exotic Sparrow (available July 15, 2025)
• Dark Side Legends Bundle (3 full armor ornament sets, 1 for each class, instant unlock)
• Secret Stash (1x Exotic Cosmetic, 1x Exotic Cipher, 2x Ascendant Alloys, 3x Ascendant Shards, delivered with each seasonal update)

A Year of Prophecy Collector's Edition is also available, though pre-orders for the physical edition have sold out.

Following The Edge of Fate, the Ash & Iron update will launch on September 9, with the second expansion, Destiny 2: Renegades, set to release on December 2. The year will conclude with the Shadow & Order update on March 3. Destiny 2: Renegades draws inspiration from the legendary Star Wars universe, blending Destiny’s unique storytelling and gameplay with iconic sci-fi elements.

These announcements come at a crucial time for Bungie, following significant layoffs in July 2024, which affected 220 staff members, or 17% of its workforce, less than a year after another round of layoffs. Despite these challenges, Bungie remains committed to delivering rich content for Destiny 2 players.

In addition to Destiny 2, Bungie is also working on the reboot of Marathon, revealed in May 2023. Recent hands-on previews have been promising, suggesting that Marathon could satisfy the long-standing demand for a new Bungie PvP experience when it launches on PC and consoles in September.