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Destiny 2's Ash & Iron Update Sparks Eververse Boycott

9/13/2025

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Destiny 2's Ash & Iron update introduced new content but faced criticism for over $250 in Eververse armor and reused Iron Banner gear from 2018.
Players accused Bungie of favoring paid content over earnable rewards, prompting calls for an Eververse boycott.
The Iron Banner armor was a reskin, disappointing fans hoping for new designs.
Concept art indicated the new armor was originally meant for Iron Banner but shifted to the Eververse Store.
Bungie's monetization strategy raised concerns about player retention and the game's future, despite an emergency patch addressing gameplay issues.

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Destiny 2's Ash & Iron update introduced new content but faced criticism for over $250 in Eververse armor and reused Iron Banner gear from 2018.
Players accused Bungie of favoring paid content over earnable rewards, prompting calls for an Eververse boycott.
The Iron Banner armor was a reskin, disappointing fans hoping for new designs.
Concept art indicated the new armor was originally meant for Iron Banner but shifted to the Eververse Store.
Bungie's monetization strategy raised concerns about player retention and the game's future, despite an emergency patch addressing gameplay issues.