Bloomberg Report Details
Bungie is planning significant layoffs in the near future, according to a report from Bloomberg. The news, covered by IGN, also states that Destiny 3 is not currently in active development. The specifics of how many employees will be affected remain unclear, but the report describes the cuts as “significant.”
This isn’t the first round of turbulence at the studio. Bungie previously laid off around 100 employees in late 2023, alongside delays to projects like Marathon. The new round suggests ongoing restructuring under Sony’s ownership, though the exact reasons have not been publicly disclosed. For more context, GamerHeadlines has also covered Destiny Wishlist: Updates That Could Really Make It Great Gaming News Destiny.
No Destiny 3 for the Foreseeable Future
Perhaps the bigger shock for fans is the confirmation that Destiny 3 isn’t being made right now. While Bungie has long talked about continuing Destiny 2 with expansions, the absence of a new numbered sequel means the franchise will live entirely within the current game for the foreseeable future. That puts even more pressure on upcoming expansions to keep players invested.
We’ve covered the franchise’s struggles before—if you haven’t read it yet, our piece on whether Destiny suffers from an identity crisis dives into many of these tensions.
What It Means for the Studio
Bungie’s position within Sony has always been a bit unique. Acquired for $3.6 billion in 2022, the studio retained a degree of independence, but reports of missed revenue targets and internal pressure have been surfacing for a while. Layoffs of this scale point to a realignment—either to cut costs, refocus on core projects, or both. For Bungie’s remaining projects, like Marathon and the continued Destiny 2 support, the hope is that these cuts won’t delay or diminish what’s planned.
Employees, however, face an uncertain few weeks. The report didn’t specify a timeline, but significant layoffs typically come with immediate notice. The mood inside the studio is likely grim.
GamerHeadlines Takeaway
This is rough news for Bungie and for Destiny fans. The lack of a Destiny 3 roadmap means Destiny 2 has to carry the torch indefinitely, and significant layoffs don’t inspire confidence in the studio’s ability to execute. We’ll keep an eye on official statements and update when more details emerge.
