In Destiny 2 players can earn titles for their characters and proudly display them in-game for all to see. We explain why Bungie is changing the hunt for titles.
What are titles? Since Forsaken, Guardians can unlock name additions. These titles are prestigious customization options and appear visible to all other Guardians next to your player name.
All titles are tied to hard work and difficult challenges. The following titles can be earned in Destiny 2 since Forsaken:
Title Hunters, pay attention
So far: Previously, titles could be earned at any time. It didn’t matter when you started hunting for name additions.
You can still complete all required triumphs of the Dreaming City and call yourself “Cursebreaker”. If you want to tackle the activities around the Black Armory forges, you can proudly be called “Smith” after finishing your work.
The only exception was the title “MMXIX”. This can no longer be earned. It was tied to the Moments of Triumph – this celebrated the second year of Destiny 2.
What’s new now: With Shadowkeep, new titles entered Destiny 2.
- Immortal
- Illuminated
- Omen
But besides fresh titles, there is a significant change to the title system. Some titles can now only be obtained in the season to which they relate. For example, only Guardians active in the Season of the Unending may call themselves “Immortal”.
Starting in Year Three, some activities in Destiny 2 will no longer be permanently accessible and will disappear. Seasonal activities (currently the Vex Offensive) and the triumphs therein play an essential role for titles. For example, you must complete the Vex Offensive without dying.
You have until December 10 to secure the current title of Season 8. How to get the name addition “Immortal” and showcase it powerfully, you can read in detail here:
Why the change? Bungie wants Destiny to move more towards a constantly evolving game world. Individual seasons should no longer stand alone. They should connect thematically and create a coherent framework.
We can currently observe the dynamic world, among other places, in the Tower. There Ikora Rey builds a Vex portal each week. When the Warlock lady has completed her construction, Guardians can expect the final stage of the Vex Offensive – the assault on the Immortal Spirit.
Luke Smith (Destiny Franchise Director) once spoke of a Destiny universe where things happen and go somewhere.
Someday, Destiny could become a dynamic world, where the world changes each season. We want playing Destiny to feel like you’re playing in a game world with true momentum, a universe that is going somewhere. A game where things are happening—not just in terms of new items and activities but also in terms of narrative
Luke Smith via This Week at Bungie
However, Bungie has not completely ruled out the possibility that popular activities or gear may return to Destiny 2 later.
But currently, Bungie wants to create a sense of “I was there”. This way, even seasonal titles will feel special.
Negatively, one might say that players should feel like they are “missing out” if they do not play a season. This phenomenon is called FOMO: “Fear of missing out” – the fear of missing something.
Service games are often criticized for playing with this fear.
Are you rolling up your sleeves and obtaining seasonal titles? What do you think of the change – does the new exclusivity motivate you or do the titles not matter to you anyway?
