Does Activision Still Own Destiny 2?
As of 2018, Activision no longer owns Destiny 2, but how did we get to this point, and what happened to the game’s future? Let’s dive in and explore the history behind this development.
Initial Partnership: Activision and Bungie
When Destiny was first released in 2014, it was under the partnership of Activision and Bungie, a renowned video game development studio. As the primary publisher, Activision was responsible for distributing the game worldwide, while Bungie handled the development and publishing of the franchise.
Split and Takeover
In 2018, Bungie announced its decision to separate from Activision, which marked a significant shift in the destiny of the series. With the split, Bungie acquired the publishing rights to the Destiny franchise from Activision. This development allowed Bungie to take full creative control and ownership of the game’s future.
Why the Split?
The main reason for the split was reportedly due to creative differences between the two parties. Activision sought to create a more action-oriented focus for the franchise, which conflicted with Bungie’s desire to continue developing the series as an MMO (massively multiplayer online) RPG. Another factor was reportedly the limited financial returns generated by Destiny 2.
Where Does This Leave Destiny 2?
With the split, Destiny 2 is now exclusively owned by Bungie. However, as we previously mentioned, Activision retained the right to publish previous Destiny titles, including Destiny 1 and its associated DLC. This means that Activision still owns these titles but has no ownership or publishing rights to Destiny 2.
Ownership Timeline
Here’s a brief breakdown of the timeline:
| Year | Party | Control |
|---|---|---|
| 2014-2018 | Activision and Bungie | Joint Partnership |
| 2018 | Bungie | Acquired publishing rights, took full control |
| 2019-present | Bungie | Exclusively owns Destiny 2 |
What About the Future?
As previously mentioned, the future of Destiny 2 is secure under Bungie’s ownership. However, as the game has reached a significant milestone (its conclusion), it will likely experience a new narrative direction or a spin-off to reboot the franchise. No official announcement has been made regarding these plans, but fans should expect exciting new developments as the series progresses.
Conclusion
To summarize, Activision no longer owns Destiny 2, which is now the exclusive property of Bungie. The split resulted from creative differences and the limited financial returns generated by the franchise. As Destiny 2 continues to receive updates and new content, fans should expect exciting changes and possibly new directions in the near future.
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Other Related FAQs:
- Will there be a Cayde-7? Bungie announced that the upcoming expansion "The Final Shape" would conclude the Light and Dark saga of Destiny 2, leaving no room for a future Cayde-7 expansion.
- Is Destiny 2 no longer on Battle.net? As of 2020, Destiny 2 is now exclusively available on Steam for PC players.
- How much did Sony pay for Bungie? It’s worth noting that while Sony has acquired Bungie, the exact details of the deal remain under wraps.
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Stay tuned for future updates and developments on Destiny 2 and the fate of its franchise!