Destiny 1 Gets Surprising Update Seven Years Later

Destiny 1's Tower Mysteriously Updated with Festive Lights

Seven years after its initial release, Destiny 1's iconic Tower social space has received an unexpected and unexplained update, featuring festive lights and decorations. This surprise, discovered by players on January 5th, has sparked considerable speculation within the community.

While Destiny 2 has taken center stage since its 2017 launch, a dedicated fanbase continues to revisit the original Destiny. Bungie's practice of incorporating legacy content into Destiny 2, including classic raids and exotic weapons, suggests a level of ongoing support for the first game. However, this latest update to the Tower is entirely unannounced and seemingly accidental.

The decorations, featuring Ghost-shaped lights reminiscent of past seasonal events like The Dawning, are notably different from previous in-game celebrations. No new quests or in-game notifications accompany the update, adding to the mystery.

A Forgotten Event?

The leading fan theory points to a cancelled event, tentatively titled "Days of the Dawning," originally planned for 2016. Reddit users, such as Breshi, have compared unused assets from this scrapped event to the current Tower decorations, suggesting a possible connection. The theory posits that the decorations were scheduled for a future date, long after Bungie anticipated Destiny 1's active lifespan, leading to its unexpected reappearance.

As of now, Bungie has not commented on this unexpected update. The original Destiny, while still accessible, largely ceased receiving live updates after Destiny 2's release. This accidental addition provides a nostalgic surprise for players, who are enjoying the unexpected festive atmosphere before it's likely removed.