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Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection

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74%Game Brain Score
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74% User Score Based on 162 reviews

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Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection is a single player role playing shooter game with warfare and science fiction themes. It was developed by Bungie and was released on December 31, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection" is a warfare shooter game that offers a compelling single-player experience with a good story. This collection includes the base game "Destiny 2," as well as expansions "Curse of Osiris," "Warmind," and "Forsaken," offering a vast and immersive universe to explore. Experience the epic journey of a Guardian and uncover the mysteries of the Destiny universe.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 162 reviews
story8 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The gunplay is fantastic, with a variety of unique weapons and smooth combat mechanics that enhance the overall experience.
  • Forsaken introduces a wealth of new content, including new planetary areas, strikes, raids, and an increased level cap, making it a significant improvement over previous expansions.
  • The cooperative gameplay is enjoyable, allowing players to team up for missions and multiplayer activities, which adds to the game's longevity.
  • Many players are frustrated by the removal of Year 1 content and the reliance on multiplayer for progression, which can lead to unbalanced and frustrating experiences.
  • The game suffers from excessive loading times, which can detract from the overall enjoyment and flow of gameplay.
  • There are issues with the product codes and availability of expansions, leading to disappointment for players expecting to access all content included in the purchase.
  • story
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in Destiny 2's expansions is generally regarded as decent and engaging, with many players appreciating the depth and character development compared to earlier installments. While some find the content repetitive and the grind frustrating, others highlight the captivating narrative and improved NPC interactions that enhance the overall experience. Overall, the storyline is seen as a significant improvement, providing a satisfying blend of solo and multiplayer missions that keep players invested.

    • “However, if you want to experience this expansion on your own before listening to the haters, it's a fantastic expansion. Yes, being a Destiny 1 veteran, there are a lot of elements from Destiny 1 that have been brought back, but it's also been upgraded in so many ways—armor, weapons, mods, supers—and the storyline is great.”
    • “Not only is the story good, but they gave the NPCs in the game some actual soul; they are more than just people to receive rewards from.”
    • “For once in the five years I’ve been playing Destiny (I was a beta player), I felt something with the storytelling.”
    • “The average: story is meh.”
    • “The actual story itself takes about six hours.”
    • “Yeah, my favorite character got offed, leaving us with a pack of OCD know-it-all leaders like Zavala... but the story makes sense and adds to gameplay massively.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics have received positive feedback, with many users praising the stunning visuals and smooth performance, even on non-gaming machines. While some noted a lack of major updates, the game's graphics are described as beautiful and impressive, contributing to an engaging gameplay experience.

    • “The play is very interesting and crisp; surprisingly, the graphics are amazing and my machine isn't even gaming spec.”
    • “Very captivating story compared to Destiny 1; graphics are insane all maxed out - getting smooth frame rates too on my GTX 1070 8GB Alienware laptop.”
    • “Truly breathtaking visuals and sound design.”
    • “No major update on graphics, not even on Xbox One X enhanced.”
    • “The graphics look outdated and lack detail compared to modern games.”
    • “Textures are low resolution and the overall visual fidelity is disappointing.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is generally well-received, with players appreciating the mechanics and choices available, which enhance the overall experience. However, some criticism arises from the lack of innovation, as many elements such as guns, enemies, and classes remain unchanged. The story is noted to significantly contribute to the gameplay, despite some dissatisfaction with character developments.

    • “Yeah, my favorite character got offed, leaving us with a pack of OCD know-it-all leaders like Zavala... but the story makes sense and adds to gameplay massively.”
    • “Love the mechanics and choices of what to do.”
    • “I would rate this as a 4, but I took one star off because of the game mechanics.”
    • “Nothing is new; the mechanics, guns, enemies, and classes are all still exactly the same.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game, composed by Michael Salvatore and a team of elite Austrian composers, is noted for its complexity and high production value, created across multiple sound units in different countries. However, some users express frustration with the overall experience related to music, citing issues with customer service and communication.

    • “The music by Michael Salvatori, along with a team of six elite Austrian composers, was created in five separate sound units across two countries.”
    • “The music feels disjointed and lacks cohesion, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
    • “The soundtrack is repetitive and uninspired, failing to enhance the gaming experience.”
    • “While the music has potential, it often feels out of place and detracts from the overall atmosphere.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in Destiny 2 is highlighted by its extensive open-world exploration and impressive character design, allowing for deep customization of armor and weapon modifications. Players appreciate the freedom to tailor their characters to their preferences, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

    • “Destiny 2 offers a completely open world experience with amazing character design and customization, allowing for detailed modifications to armor and weapons.”
    • “The character development in this game is incredibly immersive, providing players with a deep sense of progression and personalization.”
    • “I love how the game allows for unique character builds, making each player's journey feel distinct and tailored to their playstyle.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game both engaging and challenging, as it encourages continuous effort and progression.

    • “The grinding feels endless and often tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I find the grinding mechanics to be overly repetitive and draining.”
    • “The game forces you into a grind that feels more like a chore than a challenge.”
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Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection is a role playing shooter game with warfare and science fiction themes.

Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox and PlayStation.

Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection was released on December 31, 2018.

Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection was developed by Bungie.

Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Destiny 2: Forsaken - Legendary Collection is a single player game.

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