Destiny 1 Receives Unexpected Update After Seven Years

Destiny 1's Tower Mysteriously Updated with Festive Decorations

Seven years after its initial release, Destiny's iconic Tower social space has unexpectedly received a festive makeover, complete with lights and decorations. This surprise update, discovered by players on January 5th, has left the community buzzing with speculation. The original Destiny, while still playable, largely faded into the background following the launch of Destiny 2 in 2017.

While Destiny 2 has flourished with consistent updates and expansions, a dedicated fanbase still cherishes the original game. Bungie has regularly incorporated legacy content into Destiny 2, but this spontaneous Tower update is entirely unexpected. Players logged in to find Ghost-shaped lights adorning the area, reminiscent of past seasonal events like The Dawning, although without the usual snowy atmosphere and with unique banners. No new quests or in-game announcements accompanied the changes.

A Forgotten Relic from a Scrapped Event?

The lack of official communication from Bungie has fueled theories among players. Reddit users, including Breshi, pointed to a cancelled event, "Days of the Dawning," originally planned for 2016. Unused assets from this scrapped event bear a striking resemblance to the current Tower decorations, suggesting the update may be a forgotten schedule entry from that time. Bungie likely scheduled the removal of these assets at a later date, under the assumption that Destiny 1 would no longer be actively maintained.

As of this writing, Bungie remains silent on the matter. The year 2017 marked a significant shift for the franchise, with all live events migrating to Destiny 2. This unexpected update serves as a nostalgic surprise for players, a fleeting moment of unexpected joy before Bungie likely removes the temporary decorations. For now, players can enjoy this unintentional time capsule from Destiny's past.