Destiny 1 Gets Surprising Update Seven Years Later

Mysterious Festive Lighting Illuminates Destiny 1's Tower

Destiny 1 players are experiencing a surprising, unannounced update to the game's iconic Tower social space. Seven years after its initial release, the Tower is unexpectedly adorned with festive lights and decorations, reminiscent of past seasonal events.

This unexpected addition, discovered on January 5th, features Ghost-shaped lights arranged in a style similar to events like The Dawning. However, unlike previous seasonal events, the Tower lacks snow, and the banners are distinct. No new quests or in-game messages accompany the decorations, adding to the mystery.

A Ghost of Events Past?

The community is buzzing with speculation, with many pointing to a scrapped event, "Days of the Dawning," originally planned for 2016. Reddit users, including Breshi, have compared unused assets from the canceled event to the current Tower decorations, suggesting a possible connection. The theory is that a placeholder future date for the event's removal may have been inadvertently activated.

Bungie has yet to comment on this unexpected update. Given that Destiny 1's live events transitioned to Destiny 2 in 2017, this unannounced addition is likely an accidental activation of dormant code. Players are encouraged to log in and enjoy this nostalgic surprise before it's removed. The unexpected festive cheer provides a delightful, albeit temporary, return to the original Destiny experience.