Cope for the future? Bungie is hiring new developers to work on Destiny 2
Bungie is advertising two senior user experience design roles specifically for Destiny 2, suggesting the studio may continue improving the game after previously describing it as being at the end of development. The vacancies matter because they hint at renewed investment, although Bungie has not said what work the hires would do or confirmed a broader development plan.
The article says Destiny 2 received its last major update in June, after which Bungie discussed restoring vaulted campaigns, locations and raids. The game remains playable, while resources have shifted towards Marathon; the article notes Destiny 2’s player numbers have been declining on Steam and treats the new roles as a sign of possible further support.
- Bungie is hiring two senior UX designers for Destiny 2.
- Their specific projects have not been announced.
- Bungie has discussed restoring vaulted content.
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Destiny 2 is an online science-fiction game made by Bungie, in which players take on missions, explore locations and team up for activities such as raids. The game has had major updates over several years, but some older campaigns, places and raids were removed from play before Bungie later discussed bringing them back.
Bungie is also developing Marathon, another game, and has directed resources towards it. Destiny 2 remains playable, though its player numbers on Steam have fallen; how much continued development it receives matters to players who want to know what content and support to expect.
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The case for
Hiring senior UX designers for Destiny 2 could signal that Bungie intends to keep improving the game and make it easier for players to return or continue playing. With plans discussed to restore vaulted content, dedicated design work may help sustain the game’s community even as Bungie develops Marathon.
The case against
Two job adverts do not establish a broader development plan, and Bungie has not explained what the roles will work on. Given the last major update was in June and player numbers on Steam have declined, the vacancies may reflect limited or targeted support rather than a substantial renewed investment.