The latest This Week in Destiny (TWID) dropped a Cabal drop pod worth of announcements, including the official reveal date for Destiny 2's next chapter, a mysterious community puzzle, and a complete overhaul of the event reward system. Mark your calendars for May 6, 2025, when "The Edge of Fate" will be formally unveiled alongside a new dungeon activity.
The Edge of Fate Reveal Set for May 6 with New Dungeon
Bungie has officially announced that Destiny 2's next major chapter, "The Edge of Fate," will be revealed on May 6, 2025, at 9 AM PT. This highly-anticipated showcase will detail the upcoming year of content and coincides with the release of Update 8.2.6, which brings a new dungeon activity called "Rite of the Nine."
Guardian's Gambit: Community Puzzle Underway
A new community puzzle dubbed "Guardian's Gambit" has begun, with Bungie intentionally remaining tight-lipped about its details. In typical fashion, the community has already started working together to decipher this latest mystery. Bungie's only advice? "Don't lose your sanity over it and rest when needed." If history repeats itself, we might be looking at another Corridors of Time or Outbreak Prime-level community event.
What's New in Destiny's Event System?
Perhaps the most significant change announced is the introduction of "Event Homes," a complete revamp of the Event Card system that will debut with the new PvP mode "Heavy Metal" launching on May 9. Unlike Event Cards, which had premium tiers, Event Homes will offer all rewards to all players for free.
The new system features daily and weekly rotating challenges that reward "Event Tokens," a currency used to purchase rewards from an in-game shop. Each event will also include a 15-rank reward track with weapons, emblems, and enhancement materials available to all players without requiring premium purchases.
PvP Updates: Trials Returns with Iron Banner on Deck
Trials of Osiris returns on April 25, 2025, featuring the Tomorrow's Answer Rocket Launcher as the Adept reward and Midtown as the featured map. Following that, Iron Banner will make its return the following week. Bungie also teased that three new weapons will be added to the Iron Banner loot pool on May 24, suggesting players might want to save their Iron Banner engrams.
First Official Destiny 2 Vinyl Soundtrack Now Available
For music collectors and Destiny 2 enthusiasts alike, Bungie has announced the first-ever vinyl release of the game's soundtrack. The two-LP set features 20 tracks from the original campaign, gatefold artwork showcasing the three Guardian classes, and includes the exclusive "Drop the Needle" emblem with every purchase.
Supporting a Good Cause: Bungie Foundation Fundraiser
The Bungie Foundation is participating in "The Gauntlet," a fundraising event supporting Gamers Engaged that runs until May 18, 2025. Donors who contribute $25 or more will receive the "Fired Up" emblem, while those donating $100 can submit photos to be hand-drawn by Bungie staff members. All proceeds support the Play It Forward Fund, which provides grants to organizations focused on mental health, education, and community initiatives.
With the approach of "The Edge of Fate" and these substantial changes to event systems, it seems Bungie is laying groundwork for what they describe as "a new era of Destiny" coming in summer 2025. Whether you're a PvE dungeon enthusiast looking forward to "Rite of the Nine," a PvP player excited for "Heavy Metal," or just eager to see what's next for the franchise, May 6 is shaping up to be a pivotal day for Guardians everywhere.