{"id":513451,"date":"2025-11-19T00:29:42","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T00:29:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/?p=164130"},"modified":"2025-11-19T00:29:42","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T00:29:42","slug":"destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arcader.org\/news\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen and Season of the Risen Launch Today"},"content":{"rendered":"<br \/>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<h2><strong>Rise of the Witch Queen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<p>From everyone at Bungie, we couldn\u2019t be more excited about the state of <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/destiny-2\">Destiny<\/a><\/strong> <\/em>right now.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our newest expansion, <em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen\/9MVQDJMV16VG\/0017\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Witch Queen<\/a><\/strong><\/em> launches today alongside the <em>Season of the Risen<\/em>. This marks the beginning of <em>Destiny 2\u2019s<\/em> Year 5. We hope you\u2019ve been following along since the expansion\u2019s announcement in August; not only did we kick things off with a huge showcase event, but we\u2019ve also released cinematics, trailers, blogs, and a really cool behind-the-scenes ViDoc. And now, the wait is finally over. <em>The Witch Queen<\/em> has arrived.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/arcader.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today.jpg\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen\" class=\"wp-image-164132\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a New Light or a seasoned Guardian, join us in <em>Destiny 2<\/em>. Play through the first two missions in <em>The Witch Queen<\/em> and try out the new crafting system. You\u2019ll walk away with a new Glaive that\u2019ll upgrade your arsenal, even if you decide you don\u2019t want to pick up the expansion. You can also face off against the Lucent Hive in the new PsiOps Battlegrounds activity and start unlocking Seasonal track rewards.<\/p>\n<p>The final chapter of the Light and Darkness saga starts today. We hope you join us in the fight to take back the Light.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<h2><strong>The Witch Queen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<p>Like the Witch Queen herself, we view this latest Destiny expansion as a sister to the Taken King expansion we released six years ago.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/arcader.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today-1.jpg\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen\" class=\"wp-image-164135\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>We believe it is some of the best work we\u2019ve ever built in Destiny, and whether you love heart-pounding first-person-shooter campaigns, or deep action MMO gameplay,<em> The Witch Queen <\/em>is worth a look:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Definitive<em> Destiny 2<\/em> Campaign<\/strong><br \/>Explore the mystery of how the Witch Queen came to possess the Light and gift it to her followers. In this definitive <em>Destiny<\/em> experience, we\u2019ve infused the campaign with elements that have been fine-tuned in our most memorable Exotic quests and dungeons.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Legendary Mode<\/strong><br \/>For the first time ever, we\u2019re introducing the new pinnacle of campaign challenges: Legendary Mode. In Legendary Mode, you\u2019ll play through the campaign while testing the limits of your skill. Triumph, become legend, and claim prestigious rewards for your effort.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Weapon Crafting<\/strong><br \/>Crafting has finally arrived in <em>Destiny 2<\/em>. And with it, players can build weapons (including the new Glaive) with custom perks, shaders, and stats. Like most of us, I\u2019m sure you already have an idea of what makes for a perfect <em>Destiny 2 <\/em>weapon. Now you can build it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Glaive<\/strong><br \/>The newest weapon archetype since Bows and the only melee weapon you can use while in first-person. Start by building it at the Relic and then use it to perform melee combos, fire projectiles, and even create protective shields.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Throne World<\/strong><br \/>Made up of several distinct sections, this new destination is where you\u2019ll travel to decipher new mysteries. Experience the new Wellspring activity, new Vow of the Disciple raid, and a new type of Light-wielding enemy that players have never encountered before: The Lucent Hive.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/arcader.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today-2.jpg\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen\" class=\"wp-image-164136\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>We\u2019re all really proud of the work we\u2019ve done on <em>The Witch Queen<\/em> and are excited that launching it alongside<em> Season of the Risen <\/em>allows us to continue telling this epic story through a wide variety of game modes and settings.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<h2><strong>Season of the Risen Starts Today<\/strong><\/h2>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\" \/>\n<p>The Witch Queen\u2019s arrival has sent ripples throughout the system and the Vanguard have turned to their Cabal ally, Empress Caiatl, for assistance. Armed with Light-suppressing technology and complete rework of the Void subclass, Guardians will face off against an unrelenting horde that rises from the dead.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/arcader.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today-3.jpg\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen\" class=\"wp-image-164134\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>PsiOps Battlegrounds<\/strong><br \/>In this new matchmade activity, teams of Guardians meet the Witch Queen\u2019s army on the battlefield where they\u2019ll use Light-suppressing technology to target her lieutenants and destroy their connection to the Light.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Void 3.0<\/strong><br \/>Free for all players, the Void subclass has been completely redesigned to utilize the power of the Aspects and Fragments system used by Stasis. Each class now has three new Aspects to choose from as well as a plethora of Fragments to customize their builds to pinpoint precision.<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Exotic Quest<\/strong><br \/>Guardians must investigate Psionic anti-Caiatl propaganda emanating from a bunker on Mars and unlock the Exotic wave frame Grenade Launcher, Dead Messenger.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Synaptic Spear<\/strong><br \/>In <em>Season of the Risen<\/em>, the Seasonal Artifact will serve dual purposes. Not only can it be used to unlock mods to customize your playstyle, but you\u2019ll utilize the Spear\u2019s Light-suppressing technology to enter the minds of the Witch Queen\u2019s Hive Guardians.<\/p>\n<p>Along with a brand-new Seasonal story that directly connects to The Witch Queen, there are also new Legendary weapons, armor, cosmetics, weekly challenges, ranks, Triumphs and Seals, Trials, Iron Banner, and more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/arcader.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today-4.jpg\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen\" class=\"wp-image-164133\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>There\u2019s plenty of free content for everyone to experience, so hop in today and check it out. <em>Destiny 2 <\/em>is available on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, as well as on numerous other platforms<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for reading and for playing. We can&#8217;t wait to see you on the Throne World.<\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1645505954152\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9MVQDJMV16VG\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9MVQDJMV16VG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.39302.13854250609086349.99c07978-9b8e-4c55-b933-f15cff175db6.588e777b-d5ca-42f0-93b1-71773c30fd92?w=400&#038;h=600\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen\" class=\"skip-lazy\" \/> <\/a> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>Destiny 2: The Witch Queen<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bungie<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div> <span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 0px\"> <span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\"> <span>$39.99<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\"> <a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9MVQDJMV16VG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pre-order<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\"> Pre-order to unlock the Cosmographicum Exotic Ghost Shell, The Enigma Exotic Emote, and a new emblem The Definitive Destiny Campaign Delve into Savath\u00fbn\u2019s Throne World to uncover the mystery of how she and her Lucent Hive stole the Light. Learn the secrets to crafting new weapons, the new Glaive, and survive the truth within her web of lies. New Destination A twisted wonderland of corruption and splendor, Savath\u00fbn\u2019s Throne World plays host to a fragile balance of power. From her palace to the swamp, all that she hides can be found here. Weapon Crafting Create custom weaponry with unique mod, shader, and stat combinations. Master the new Glaive weapon type and unleash powerful melee combos, projectile attacks, and a deployable energy shield. 105 GB hard drive storage space required as of November 10, 2020. Subject to change. Requires broadband internet. After November 10, 2020 see www.destinythegame.com\/size-requirements for current requirements prior to purchase. Destiny 2 may contain flashing patterns and images that may produce adverse effects for a small percentage of people sensitive to them. Bungie, Inc. makes no guarantee regarding the availability of online play or features and may modify or discontinue online services with reasonable notice at any time. Using the software constitutes acceptance of the Destiny Software License Agreement available at www.bungie.net\/sla. \u00a9 2021 Bungie, Inc. All rights reserved. Destiny, the Destiny Logo, Bungie and the Bungie Logo are trademarks of Bungie, Inc. Published and distributed by Bungie, Inc.\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"msp1645507022532\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9NSBSZ33LXGS\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9NSBSZ33LXGS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.50157.14370830254665931.f5f6e621-c0d7-430b-8d89-556f3d1e4b0f.55867aaf-73f0-483c-aea9-5b838657987b?w=400&#038;h=600\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen Deluxe Edition\" class=\"skip-lazy\" \/> <\/a> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>Destiny 2: The Witch Queen Deluxe Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bungie<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div> <span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span> <span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">12<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 70.5px\"> <span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\"> <span>$79.99<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\"> <a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9NSBSZ33LXGS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pre-order<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\"> Pre-order to unlock the Cosmographicum Exotic Ghost Shell, The Enigma Exotic Emote, and a new emblem The\u00a0Deluxe Edition includes Seasons 16-19,\u00a0two\u00a0Year-5\u00a0Dungeons, an Exotic SMG, catalyst, ornament, and\u00a0an\u00a0Exotic Sparrow.\u00a0 The Definitive Destiny Campaign Delve into Savath\u00fbn\u2019s Throne World to uncover the mystery of how she and her Lucent Hive stole the Light. Learn the secrets to crafting new weapons, the new Glaive, and survive the truth within her web of lies. New Destination A twisted wonderland of corruption and splendor, Savath\u00fbn\u2019s Throne World plays host to a fragile balance of power. From her palace to the swamp, all that she hides can be found here. Weapon Crafting Create custom weaponry with unique mod, shader, and stat combinations. Master the new Glaive weapon type and unleash powerful melee combos, projectile attacks, and a deployable energy shield. 105 GB hard drive storage space required as of November 10, 2020. Subject to change. Requires broadband internet. After November 10, 2020 see www.destinythegame.com\/size-requirements for current requirements prior to purchase. Destiny 2 may contain flashing patterns and images that may produce adverse effects for a small percentage of people sensitive to them. Bungie, Inc. makes no guarantee regarding the availability of online play or features and may modify or discontinue online services with reasonable notice at any time. Using the software constitutes acceptance of the Destiny Software License Agreement available at www.bungie.net\/sla. \u00a9 2021 Bungie, Inc. All rights reserved. Destiny, the Destiny Logo, Bungie and the Bungie Logo are trademarks of Bungie, Inc. Published and distributed by Bungie, Inc.\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"msp1645506388106\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9nsjvw22kvhm\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nsjvw22kvhm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.61017.14366575458936498.8c227b7e-b574-46cc-baeb-5dc813b9c89f.717c185f-c17f-49aa-abae-ac60fc4117f3?w=400&#038;h=600\" alt=\"Destiny 2: The Witch Queen Deluxe + Bungie 30th Anniversary Bundle\" class=\"skip-lazy\" \/> <\/a> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>Destiny 2: The Witch Queen Deluxe + Bungie 30th Anniversary Bundle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bungie<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div> <span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span> <span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">16<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 73.5px\"> <span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\"> <span>$99.99<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\"> <a class=\"mspb-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9nsjvw22kvhm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pre-order<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\"> Pre-order to unlock the Cosmographicum Exotic Ghost Shell, The Enigma Exotic Emote, and a new emblem The\u00a0Deluxe Edition includes Seasons 16-19,\u00a0two\u00a0Year-5\u00a0Dungeons, an Exotic SMG, catalyst, ornament, and\u00a0an\u00a0Exotic Sparrow.\u00a0 The\u00a030th Anniversary Pack includes\u00a0a new Dungeon,\u00a0Gjallarhorn\u00a0Exotic\u00a0Rocket Launcher,\u00a0new weapons,\u00a0armor,\u00a0and\u00a0much more.\u00a0 The Definitive Destiny Campaign Delve into Savath\u00fbn\u2019s Throne World to uncover the mystery of how she and her Lucent Hive stole the Light. Learn the secrets to crafting new weapons, the new Glaive, and survive the truth within her web of lies. New Destination A twisted wonderland of corruption and splendor, Savath\u00fbn\u2019s Throne World plays host to a fragile balance of power. From her palace to the swamp, all that she hides can be found here. Weapon Crafting Create custom weaponry with unique mod, shader, and stat combinations. Master the new Glaive weapon type and unleash powerful melee combos, projectile attacks, and a deployable energy shield. 105 GB hard drive storage space required as of November 10, 2020. Subject to change. Requires broadband internet. After November 10, 2020 see www.destinythegame.com\/size-requirements for current requirements prior to purchase. Destiny 2 may contain flashing patterns and images that may produce adverse effects for a small percentage of people sensitive to them. Bungie, Inc. makes no guarantee regarding the availability of online play or features and may modify or discontinue online services with reasonable notice at any time. Using the software constitutes acceptance of the Destiny Software License Agreement available at www.bungie.net\/sla. \u00a9 2021 Bungie, Inc. All rights reserved. Destiny, the Destiny Logo, Bungie and the Bungie Logo are trademarks of Bungie, Inc. Published and distributed by Bungie, Inc.\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Related:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2022\/02\/18\/next-week-on-xbox-february-21-to-25\/\">Next Week on Xbox: February 21 to 25<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2022\/01\/12\/most-anticipated-games-2022\/\">The Most Anticipated Games of 2022 (According to Team Xbox)<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2021\/12\/07\/bungies-30th-anniversary-begins\/\">Destiny 2: Bungie&#8217;s 30th Anniversary Event Begins<\/a><br \/> <a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2022\/02\/22\/destiny-2-the-witch-queen-and-season-of-the-risen-launch-today\/\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rise of the Witch Queen From everyone at Bungie, we couldn\u2019t be more excited about the state of Destiny right now.&nbsp; Our newest expansion, The Witch Queen launches today alongside the Season of the Risen. This marks the beginning of Destiny 2\u2019s Year 5. We hope you\u2019ve been following along since the expansion\u2019s announcement in August; not only did we kick things off with a huge showcase event, but we\u2019ve also released cinematics, trailers, blogs, and a really cool behind-the-scenes ViDoc. And now, the wait is finally over. The Witch Queen has arrived. Whether you\u2019re a New Light or a seasoned Guardian, join us in Destiny 2. Play through the first two missions in The Witch Queen and try out the new crafting system. 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