Overview

• The Edge of Fate expansion peaked at 99,193 concurrent Steam players on launch day, marking the weakest debut for any Destiny 2 expansion on the platform.
• Bungie reset player power to 10 and overhauled armor and weapon tier systems, requiring veterans to re-grind gear under a more complex progression structure.
• The new Matterspark orb traversal mechanic drew criticism for feeling floaty, sluggish and disorienting in Kepler’s environments.
• Reviewers commended the expansion’s campaign narrative and characterization of Lodi, citing fresh mysteries and major character developments as highlights.
• Confusion surrounding rapid system changes and a lukewarm Rite of the Nine pre-launch event has fueled doubts about sustaining player engagement under Bungie’s new biannual expansion model.