I don't really think it's too complicated (Destiny)

by Avateur , Thursday, June 01, 2017, 04:31 (2822 days ago) @ Ragashingo

If I have to again trade the final third of the game for iconic stories and characters that form the firm foundation for the next decade of the series, then absolutely!

Halo 3 and ODST were built directly on the solid narrative back of Halo 2. The actions of the Covenant, even into the 343 era, are based on the Elite / Prophet / Brute / Flood conflict first really established in Halo 2.

And yeah, unlike some people, I didn't throw my controller at the TV at the end of Halo 2. I was elated because that cliffhanger made it clear that my favorite series would have a third, final installment!

Dang dude, that's a tough one for me. I want iconic stories and excellent characterization and for things to matter and for me to care about them. And the Halo 2 ending was a big shock to me, and the ending felt awkward, but I was down. I absolutely love the story in that game. Unfortunately, the level design and gameplay for a lot of it was whack. I don't want that translating into Destiny 2. Destiny 1 was already so empty and filled with a lot of unnecessary back and forth. I don't want more of that but in "new areas".

Also, Halo 3 also seriously dropped the ball on what Halo 2 set up for it, but that's not what this is about. :P

I guess what I'm saying is, I'm getting more of a Destiny 2 is really Destiny 1.5 vibe, or that it's a Destiny 1: What We Wish We Had Done game. I seriously hope it's not. But so far, I'm not wowed by the gameplay stuff at all. And until I get to see how the story unfolds and is presented, I can't judge that. I'm not hype. The only thing at this time that Destiny 2 has going for it is that Destiny 1 was fun, I enjoy playing with friends, and that's about the only reason I'll be continuing on to the sequel. But it has to deliver, and Bungie has to show that they've learned from Destiny 1's issues. Granted, it's still early. Lots to learn and see and Beta and such. No pre-order or season pass here. Bungie's gotta earn it.