20 Games To Play That Are Like Destiny 2
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20 Games To Play That Are Like Destiny 2
If you love playing Destiny 2, then you're going to really enjoy these games! These games all feature similar traits while still adding new quirks. Nearing the end of 2017, Bungie was gearing up to release on all platforms, even the Stadia wanted a piece of the Guardian. Since then, there have been several expansions with more likely on the way. While somebody could spend hundreds of hours sitting idle in orbit while their friend is away microwaving pizza rolls, you may want to take a break from battling Hobgoblins and swatting down Shanks. Here are a few video games to play that are like Destiny 2. Updated on September 26, 2021, by Juliet Childers: Bungie has pledged to continue supporting Destiny 2 for the foreseeable future. But sometimes, we need a bit more variety when it comes to video games. Picking up games of different genres that feature similar flavors is a great way to stay comfortable while still trying new things. These 20 titles all feature some similarities to the epic Bungie title while keeping things fresh with their own worlds, game mechanics, and quirks. THEGAMER VIDEO OF THE DAY Outriders - Not Quite The Destiny Killer
This game might not have lived up to the hype surrounding it before full launch, but it's a fun little title to pick up with friends. The rough-around-the-edges alien world feels like Destiny's, but with more swearing and gore. The classes can be very satisfying with four options: pyromancer, trickster, technomancer, and . The campaign moves at a decent pace and the loot tables are rewarding. If you're looking for a different experience that still offers a similar setting and solid gunplay, is the way to go. Deep Rock Galactic - Dwarves In Space
via Steam Deep Rock Galactic 33 little gem of a game puts players in control of dwarves mining random planets and fighting off bug-like creatures. But there's a delightful culture of dystopian capitalism pervading the game. Think of Bioshock meets Borderlands in terms of the tone, but with Gimli from Lord of the Rings. The action will obviously differ from Destiny PvP, but the campaign is similar since you're fighting off aliens (essentially) with a team or solo. You can also customize your character, choose from several classes, and play mini-games in the main shared area (read: The Tower). Void Bastards - Pulpy Brain Off Goodness
This game has immediate aesthetic appeal with its vintage, comic-book animation style. There are space prisons, a terribly British government, and things called "Void Arks". You happen to get stuck on one with a group of fellow prisoners who are...freeze-dried? If you add water, you get a new prisoner which is good since you'll be . Beyond the oddity of its setting, the mechanics of the game offer a fun loop as you explore ships, kill creepy bad guys, die or succeed, and rinse/repeat. World War Z - Fast-Paced Zombie Shooting
Zombies might not seem to have a place in the "games like Destiny 2" Venn diagram, but you'd be surprised. , while a mediocre Brad Pitt movie, is not only a fun zombie shooter, but it's fully cross-play and is also available on Nintendo Switch. For those who would rather jump into a newer game in the franchise, World War Z: Aftermath launched September 21, 2021. It offers similar experiences as players must "take back Vatican City" among other challenging missions. Splitgate Arena Warfare
https://www.engadget.com/splitgate-10-million-downloads-100924991.html The joke on the proverbial gaming block is that is . And...it kind of is, but it totally works. While there aren't really RPG elements to Splitgate, the addictive nature of its high-speed combat is undeniable. You'll also get some hilarious clips to show friends with all of the portal shenanigans afoot. It might also offer some catharsis for Hunter mains who, canonically, have not been Bungie's favorite class when it comes to nerfs and buffs. Alienation - Top Down Action
Alienation provides a slightly different take on the looter-shooter formula. Rather than being first or third person, the game utilizes an isometric point of view making it somewhat unique in the current day and age. It's been fairly well supported since it launched back in 2016, too, so there's still a fairly sizeable player base. Unfortunately, it's a PS4 exclusive meaning that PC and Xbox gamers will have to look elsewhere. For those with the right hardware though, it's definitely a title worth checking out. It may lack and the customization options might , but it's a game that's packed with charm and character. Risk Of Rain 2 - Pick It Up Put It Down & Repeat
In many ways, is a lot more accessible than Destiny 2 and demands nowhere near the same time investment. The game finally came out of early access a few months ago and is starting to really deliver on the promise that it showed when it first arrived on Windows at the beginning of 2019. It's a third-person shooter with many rogue-like qualities that should provide many hours of fun. Although the endgame still needs a little work, it's come a long way over the last year and so there's every reason to believe that it will continue to improve. As a stop-gap, it's an excellent choice, but it's also a fairly decent shout for a long-term investment. Doom Eternal - Best Soundtrack Winner
For those looking to blow off some steam without having to think too much, look no further than . It's one of the more satisfying experiences out there and doesn't hold back on the gore. The visuals are stunning (in more ways than one) and the game runs well on both PC and console. Best of all, there's no grinding required! The game's multiplayer functionality is nowhere near as expansive as Destiny 2's, but it should provide enough entertainment to hold fans over until Beyond Light drops next month at the very least. There are certainly better options out there that more closely match the Destiny 2 experience, but Doom Eternal is a great option for anybody who enjoys the combat of Destiny games more than the strategy behind it. Apex Legends - RIP Titanfall Games
may be a battle royale game at heart, but its gameplay isn't too dissimilar to that found in Destiny 2. It allows for a wide variety of playstyles and its combat has a similar feel to it as well. There are also quite a few visual similarities between the titles, although that's not to say that Apex Legends doesn't have its own distinct style. Perhaps best of all, Apex Legends is free to play, meaning that players won't have to hand over their hard-earned cash to find out if this is the game for them. It might not be to everybody's tastes, but there's plenty of fun to be had with Apex Legends for those willing to give it a shot. Anthem - Yes It' s Still Operating
Most Destiny 2 players will be well aware of and some may have even given it a try when it launched. Those who did likely didn't stick around too long. Like Destiny 2 however, the game has overcome many of its earlier teething problems and now offers a much more enjoyable experience than it did at launch. Switching to a third-person point of view may take a little getting used to, as will some of the game's mechanics. But flying around in your Javelin feels intuitive from the get-go. It's a real shame that for the game because it really could have become something incredible with continued support. Destiny 2 is a prime example of that. Destiny 1 - The OG
The parent of Destiny 2 is a prime place to start when searching for something to visit that's similar to Destiny 2. The game released all the way back in September 2014 for the PlayStation 3, PS4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One. Bungie's first franchise since the Halo series, this online-only game saw the biggest new franchise launch of all time, raking in over $325 million in its opening five days. As the Guardian, you'll visit different planets taking on various enemy types looting as many purple and gold engrams as you can find. At the core of the Destiny, experience are the Raids. Gathering up five friends, encountering several bosses concluding with one legendary boss. This original is the closest you'll come to the sequel as it covers everything the original included and is essentially playing the part of an expansion pack with few upgrades visually or to the gameplay. Borderlands 3 - No Mustaches Allowed
The anticipation for the sequel to 2012's was soaring going into the 9th month of 2019. Releasing for PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4, this series honoring our lord and saviour, Handsome Jack shares most of if not all of Destiny's core gameplay mechanics. The co-op shooter offers four characters to choose from with a variety of upgradable abilities. One such ability includes traveling to various planets either on your own or with others to team up and take on epic bosses who are exploding with even more epic loot once defeated. This loot-based shooter is one of the closest things to Destiny 2 out there not titled Destiny. Monster Hunter World - Big Monsters With Bigger Loot
came to PC, Xbox One, and PS4 at the beginning of 2018. Capcom's nearly 20-year-old franchise is a third-person RPG focused on tracking and taking on massive beasts and dragon-like creatures. Slashing away at a massive dragon-like monster while catching a glimpse of two of your friends at opposite sides aiding you in the beatdown of this colossal object mirrors the feeling of defeating Emperor Calus with five other players during the Leviathan raid. Tom Clancy' s The Division 2
While you aren't traveling from planet to planet, hunting down various types of creatures and beasts, this online-only RPG is set in Washington D.C. following an outbreak of a deadly virus - and no, it isn't based on the last six months. In March 2019, the sequel to 2016's Tom Clancy's was released for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and the newly launched Stadia. It's difficult to find another current video game with as much detail in the scenery as you walk down Pennsylvania Avenue. With various types of activities, events to take part in either solo or with a partner or two, and dozens of skills, you'll have a lot on your plate and soon find yourself grinding for that exotic rifle just as you would in . Halo 5 - Bungie' Legacy
The developers behind the Destiny series had established an impressive resume prior to the release of their 2014 planet-surfing hit. Bungie was behind the original five installments of the widely successful with ODST and Reach being the final two games Bungie worked on. Playing through the fifth installment in the Halo series, either on your own or with a buddy, will feel familiar as you make your way through various ship-like areas. Gamers will remember the feeling of running through a pack of Grunts or Crawlers, equipped with their sword. Warframe - Thicc Space Robot Ninjas
The free-to-play was released in 2013 with support still going strong today and visually matching the Destiny sequel. With close to 50 million people online in 2019, paired with it being accessible on all current consoles, Warframe is one of the most played games on Steam. The game is easy to jump into and in third-person. Planetside 2 - This Isn' t Outriders
Planetside 2 made its way to PC in November 2012, nine years after the original Planetside. This sequel was made available to PS4 in June of 2015. A massive multiplayer FPS, it's so massive that it currently holds the Guinness World Record for most players active on a single map at once with over 1,100 active users. While it can be overwhelming at first, the shooter is made easier with a familiar atmosphere and environment with many of the mechanics you'd expect to find in a fast-paced player-vs-player. All this combined makes for an exciting experience for someone to jump into this free MMOFPS. Titanfall 2 - Justice For BT
2016 Game of the Year nominee, , hasn't gotten the attention it's received due to coming out in between two powerhouses - Battlefield 1 and Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare. Respawn Entertainment's sequel to 2014's Titanfall, you take control of a pilot and their mecha-style robotic companions while shooting a grappling hook to fly across multiple maps avoiding gunfire and other not-so-nice titans. While rather short, the game's setting offers something that the first installment lacked and is certainly worth the handful of hours it takes to complete. However, the focus remains on the multiplayer mirroring recent Call of Duty games. Killzone Shadow Fall
has been a staple for Sony and it's console since it's debut on the PlayStation 2 in 2004. Since then, PlayStation has invited a Killzone installment in each generation of platforms. Beginning on the PS2, it then made it's way to the forgotten PlayStation Portable - which was years ahead of its time. Followed by the PS3, PS Vita, and the latest addition being one of the launch titles for the new console in 2013 on the PlayStation 4. A solidified franchise that still holds up visually to any current first-person shooter and one that deserves a lot more love than it generally receives. Diablo 3 - Gimme That Loot
took twelve years to make a return to monitors across the world and when it did, the much-anticipated third installment became the fastest-selling PC game, with over 3.5 million copies being picked up in the opening 24 hours of its release. With several characters to choose from, gamers can spend hours upon hours leveling up while joining friends to take on hundreds of zombies, ghostly creatures, and skeletons. With loot littering the arena, one significant difference between the two games is the change from first-person to an over-the-top angle. On top of all of what the core Diablo experience has to offer, player vs player combat was added in 2013.