Destiny 2 Teases Return of a Classic Weapon in Episode: Heresy

Destiny 2's upcoming Episode: Heresy, launching February 4th, is generating significant buzz among fans, fueled by a cryptic palindrome tweet from the official Destiny 2 team. This cryptic message strongly hints at the return of the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome, a weapon beloved by players since the original Destiny. With Destiny 2 recently experiencing a decline in player numbers, many are hoping this, and potentially other returning weapons, will revitalize the game before the release of Codename: Frontiers later this year.

Episode: Revenant, the current episode, received mixed reviews, with criticism directed at its narrative and gameplay. While it did reintroduce some classic weapons, like the Icebreaker, it failed to fully reignite player enthusiasm. The upcoming Heresy episode aims to change that.

The Palindrome's return isn't unprecedented; however, its previous iterations in Destiny 2 have disappointed due to suboptimal perk combinations. This time, players are hoping for a more competitive perk pool, making it a truly meta-defining weapon. The episode's focus on the Hive and the Dreadnought, both iconic elements from the original Destiny, further fuels speculation about the return of other fan-favorite weapons. As the release date approaches, expect more teasers from Bungie. The Palindrome's comeback could be the triumphant return fans have been waiting for.