With the upcoming release of Lightfall, Destiny 2 is set to undergo a significant overhaul that promises to bring new content, changes, and improvements to the game. This represents a fresh start for many old players, but it is also an opportunity for Bungie to attract new players to the game and retain the existing player base. However, with all these changes, it would be beneficial that Destiny 2 has a new and improved introductory quest that will help newcomers understand and navigate the game's world, lore, characters, and mechanics.
One of the ways that a new introductory quest could be implemented is through a story mission that explains, through gameplay, some of the changes coming with Destiny 2's Lightfall. This could include cutscenes and lore that give players a sense of how Destiny 2 has progressed since the first game and how the universe, NPCs, and mechanics have evolved over time. This would be an excellent way for new players to get a sense of the game's history and understand the context of the game's current state.
Why Destiny 2's Tutorials Could Use An Overhaul in Lightfall
Another way that a new introductory quest could be implemented is through revised tutorials that better explain Destiny 2's gameplay nuances. These tutorials should not focus on how grinding on any of the various planet's destinations works, but instead, they could introduce new players to Destiny 2's complex in-game universe as well as its gameplay loop, which remains fundamentally rich and varied. This would allow new players to learn the game's mechanics and controls without feeling overwhelmed or frustrated, even though tutorials can feel like a relic of the past to some.
Another introductory quest that would benefit players could be aimed at the Crucible modes. While unlikely, Bungie could point new players to a Crucible match with rudimentary bot support that would serve as an initial introduction to Destiny 2's PvP. New players could test the controls and the initial weapons against the game's AI with multiple loadouts to learn how to battle other Guardians without the frustration that can come with being matched against veteran players. From there, skill-based match-making would handle the rest. To further make this hypothetical Crucible introduction mission more enticing, Bungie could tie a base Exotic weapon or armor behind its completion.
A Unique Introductory Mission Could Be Effective At Hooking New Players
Additionally, a new introductory mission could include new cutscenes that explain Destiny 2's story (as well as that of Destiny 1) and encompasses every major expansion and Season. This would give new players a sense of what is happening and a better understanding of Destiny 2's current plot and buildup. It would also be an excellent way for players to catch up on what content has been lost, changed, or added for players they may have missed out on during their time away from the game.
In conclusion, with the many changes coming in Lightfall, Destiny 2 needs a new introductory quest. This could much more seamlessly integrate new Destiny 2 players into the grand scope of gameplay, story, and lore. Understanding what the game is about and how it can be played is very important if Bungie wants something to stick with newcomers as soon as they start their journey, otherwise, it's mostly a mechanical grind that any other game can offer. Ultimately, new introductory missions would be a precious tool that doesn't need to constantly be updated now that vaulting is no longer a thing, making it easier for Bungie to dedicate resources to such a project.
Destiny 2 is available now for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.