The release of Destiny 2 is just around the corner. You’ve taken time off and want to use the limited time as efficiently as possible? We have the (not always entirely serious) guide for you!
The hype train announces its arrival at the final station with a cheerful “Choo Choo”. No more countless morsels of appetite in the form of videos and information snippets, soon it will be time to roll up your sleeves and save the world from the archvillain Gary Ghaul as a Guardian.
Unlike our preparation guides for the expansions in Destiny 1, you logically cannot make preparations in the game itself. We will show you how to prepare in real life to get the most out of your time!
Mandatory health warning: The ideas presented here are not healthy in the long run. Take breaks while playing. Also, keep in mind that sleep is important and not just something for softies! Tired Guardians have worse reaction times. Your clan mates will thank you if you are well-rested.
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Your Armor
Depends on your regional climate. Wear relaxed clothing. If you like to wear cocktail dresses in your free time, you should skip that for longer sessions (it crumples up and doesn’t look good anymore, not to mention food stains).
T-shirts (preferably in Destiny style) are recommended, or if it is a bit cooler, a sweater. Jogging pants are perfect for sitting/lying comfortably. If you like it cozy, you can also add a blanket.
If you want to wear rain ponchos without pants, you can do that too. We don’t question that. Wear what feels most comfortable for you.
Your Gaming World
Ensure a pleasant room climate – sweating and freezing are poor long-term motivation. Every second you have to fiddle with your heater or thermostat is wasted time. If you can control the room temperature via your smartphone – congratulations, you can do that comfortably from the sofa.
Set your screen to the right brightness. A bright display looks great, no question, but is not good for your eyes in the long run. The same goes for contrast. Dim your TV or monitor to a bearable level. Especially during longer sessions, your eyes will thank you.
Consistently block out other light sources. Cover windows, doors with sight glass, and prominently placed clocks. If you can no longer distinguish whether it is day or night, you’ve done everything right. Your body will no longer send annoying signals that it’s time for bed, and you can stay awake better.
Lock all doors. You won’t hear anything under your headsets anyway.
Also, set your smartphone to silent. Let everyone know that you will not respond to calls, messages, etc., unless there is an absolute emergency (like enemy fire in the EDZ). Anyone who wants to contact you in September should please address you as “Guardian”.
Your Soundtrack
Block out all annoying noise sources that have nothing to do with the game. This includes pets, relatives, and partners. Let your relatives and significant others know that you love them – and that they will see you again one day.
If you want to listen to specific music, do it. Bungie has proven that they can create great soundtracks. If that gets too monotonous for you in the long run (especially in multiplayer battles), you can switch to your preferred musical accompaniment of choice. There are various playlists available online for just this purpose. Spotify also offers nice playlists for gaming.
Your Body
If you want to game for long periods of time, keep the following tips in mind:
- Stand up for at least a minute after every hour of gameplay. Furthermore, you should walk around for 10 minutes every two hours (you don’t have to leave your cave unless you need replenishments from the fridge).
- It’s important that your blood can circulate freely in your body. Do regular stretches, yoga, jog in place, or whatever else you enjoy.
- Close your eyes regularly for a few minutes. These are especially strained from prolonged gaming.
- Don’t just sit around and start to stink. Showering helps! Especially before a longer gaming session, it can help refresh you. Your roommates will also thank you.
Furthermore, make plans for when you want to take breaks and for how long. It’s best to coordinate this break plan with your clan mates, so that everyone is online at the same time. Destiny offers over 80 activities, testers report a campaign lasting good 50 hours. You won’t be the first to finish it if you game through the nights and run out of steam at the finish line.
Your Equipment
Make sure you have enough storage space on your consoles. According to sources, you need at least 68GB of free storage space to be able to install Destiny 2. Ideally more, to allow for updates.
Your console will likely have the toughest time in the coming days – be good to it, and a long gaming pleasure is guaranteed. Dust off your console thoroughly and clean the vents. You should also clean your controllers thoroughly. Long use can lead to dirt or dust affecting handling.
There are few things more frustrating than a controller or headset giving up the ghost in the middle of a fight. Protect yourself and your colleagues from this problem, by fully charging your equipment beforehand. Several charged controllers for quick swaps should be ready. If you need to charge your headset, do so during breaks or with a suitably long charging cable that doesn’t interfere.
Your Food
By now, you should have stocked up on energy drinks to grab the loot codes. But that doesn’t mean you have to down it all in a short time. On the contrary. Excessive consumption of energy drinks is dangerous and can lead to heart rhythm disturbances. If you don’t want to end up in the hospital, limit yourself to a maximum of 2 cans per day.
Alcohol is not a good idea either. Some can certainly recount legendary, drunken raid nights, but alcohol is unsuitable for longer gaming because it makes you tired and slows down your reaction time. The first few times you land in the abyss might still be funny, but sooner or later, slurring clan mates missing the big cabal can become quite annoying.
To avoid dehydration, you should mainly stick to water or unsweetened teas.
For larger meals, delivery services are a good option. Most allow you to pre-order days in advance. Plan what you want to eat in the coming days and order everything in one go.
Compile a list of snacks for between meals that you can then buy targeted. Chips, chocolate, or other sweets are tasty – but not a permanent alternative. For example, you can pre-cut vegetables and enjoy them with a dip. A tasty and healthy alternative. Cheese and meat snacks are also valuable sources of protein.
Moreover, sandwiches can be perfectly prepared and stored in the refrigerator. This way, you should be well-prepared for all situations.
With all these tips, you are well-prepared for Destiny 2. Once you have mastered all aspects of the game, it’s time to return to the real world. Best with a post in a forum asking Bungie to finally deliver more content.
Destiny 2 Countdown
So you don’t forget the launch, we’ve included a countdown for you to keep an eye on:
How will you spend the first days in Destiny 2? Casually? Or full throttle? Let us know in the comments!
