In Destiny 2, the roadmap for the time after the Forsaken launch is known. What to expect in Year 2 with and without the annual pass can be found here.
The future of Destiny 2: On September 4th, new adventures for the Guardians will begin with the Forsaken expansion. However, once you defeat the Barons, complete the campaign, and master some endgame activities, the Guardian journey continues “post-launch.” Bungie is planning all kinds of events and activities in the coming weeks and months.
Infographic for Year 2: Bungie has now released a comprehensive roadmap for Year 2, which provides a preview of the content after the Forsaken launch. According to Bungie, this is not meant to be a spoiler, but a rough overview of what the Guardians can expect. Many surprises are still planned that are not included in the graphic.
Note: However, there are a few spoilers included:
What can we expect after the launch of Forsaken?
4 Seasons: In total, there will be four seasons in Year 2, each lasting three months. Each season offers free seasonal updates for all Destiny 2 players (including those without Forsaken) as well as annual pass content. The annual pass is paid and tied to Forsaken.
Season of the Outlaws
When does the season start? The Season of Outlaws begins on September 4th with the Forsaken launch.
What happens in the season?
- On September 14th, the raid “Last Wish” starts (Forsaken is required)
- On September 18th, the Iron Banner returns with the new map “The Convergence”
- On September 25th, a new Crucible mode “Breakthrough” comes with new PvP maps
- In October, the Festival of the Lost (the Halloween event) returns with a twist
- Some surprises, the evolution of the Dreaming City (Forsaken required), weekly playlist updates
The items in the Season of Outlaws are free for all Destiny 2 players. However, there are also exclusive annual pass bonus items.
Season of the Forge
When does the season start? The Season of the Forge starts in December 2018.
What are the free contents?
- Heavy machine guns are returning
- New weapons
- New Crucible content
- Iron Banner
- Gameplay updates
- Season ranks
- The event “The Dawning” is taking place again
What are the annual pass contents?
- You receive access to the Black Armory
- New “Forging the Chain” activity
- New raid wing
- New exotics
- New legendary items
- New triumphs and collections
- Bonus rewards
More information about these annual pass features will come in the future.
Season of the Wanderers
When does the season start? The Season of the Wanderers begins in Spring 2019.
What are the free contents?
- New weapons
- New Crucible content
- Iron Banner
- Gameplay updates
- Season ranks
- An event that will be announced
What are the annual pass contents?
- New activity experience
- Gambit evolution
- New exotics
- New legendary items
- New triumphs and collections
- Bonus rewards
More information will come later.
4th Season with Unknown Name
When does the season start? In Summer 2019.
What are the free contents?
- New weapons
- New Crucible content
- Iron Banner
- Gameplay updates
- Season ranks
- An unknown event
What are the annual pass contents?
- New activity experience
- New raid wing
- New exotics
- New legendary items
- New triumphs and collections
- Bonus rewards
Further information about these contents will follow in the future.
What are the main pieces of information?
The roadmap mentions many aspects but does not go into detail about what lies behind the terms.
What’s important:
- Bungie is planning several events throughout the year, such as the Festival of the Lost
- Heavy machine guns are returning in December
- Throughout Year 2, there will be improvements to the Crucible
- The raid wings will start in December 2018 and Summer 2019
- Those who want to acquire new exotics and play the raid wings after the 1st season will need the annual pass. The annual pass includes endgame activities, new modes, new challenges, and prestigious rewards, according to Bungie.
While Destiny 2: Forsaken costs €39.99 alone, you will have to pay €69.99 for Forsaken plus annual pass.
Bungie also released a video about the roadmap in which the developers say that Destiny 2 should become a hobby again. There will be “a lot of stuff” to do throughout the year. There should never be content droughts:
What do you think of the upcoming contents?
