Will the Dreaming City be Vaulted?
The Dreaming City, a beloved region in Destiny 2, has been a topic of concern for many players due to recent announcements from Bungie, the developers of the game. No, the Dreaming City will not be vaulted according to Bungie’s latest statements.
Announcement from Bungie
In an interview with IGN, Justin Truman, the Creative Direction of Destiny 2 at Bungie, made it clear that the Dreaming City will not be removed from the game. "We are not vaulting the Dreaming City", Truman emphasized. This was a surprise to many, as several expansions and season content has been vaulted in the past.
Why will the Dreaming City be spared?
There are a few reasons why Bungie might have chosen to keep the Dreaming City intact:
- Story significance: The Dreaming City serves as the final destination in the expansion "Curse of Osiris" and is integral to the lore of the game. Retaining this region allows Bungie to maintain a cohesive story and preserve a significant piece of the Destiny 2 universe.
- Accessibility: The Dreaming City is a massive region, offering a high level of replayability for players. By keeping the region open, Bungie ensures that players still have a vast area to explore and enjoy.
- Community involvement: The Dreaming City has a large and dedicated community of players who are passionate about this region. By keeping it intact, Bungie acknowledges and respects the fanbase.
What exactly will be vaulted instead?
While the Dreaming City is safe for now, other content may still be vaulted as part of the game’s ongoing update cycle. Recent announcements from Bungie indicate that season content and new content introduced during the Year 5 expansion will eventually be moved to the Vault.
| Content that will be vaulted | Reason |
|---|---|
| Season content (Year 5) | To make way for new content and to streamline game development. |
| New content (Year 5) | To simplify the game’s content and avoid overwhelming new players. |
Why is this relevant to you?
Understandably, the information about what will be vaulted or removed from the game might be concerning, especially if you have already invested significant time and effort into those areas. Be assured that Bungie is actively working to remove outdated and redundant content while preserving essential regions like the Dreaming City.
Additional information from Bungie
Additional details about content removal were shared by Mark Noseworthy, the senior designer for Destiny 2, on the game’s forums:
- Lessons from the past: Bungie has learned valuable lessons from past content vaults and is working to ensure a smoother transition moving forward.
- Constant evolution: The game developers are always looking for ways to refine and improve Destiny 2, which can sometimes lead to changes that may not be immediately intuitive.
By understanding the logic behind these decisions, the community can better adapt and continue enjoying the game we love.