Games · Purchased June 11, 2023 · $18.74 via PSN
The Setup
Right after finishing The Collection, I moved on to The Witch Queen — Destiny 2’s sixth expansion, centered on Savathûn, the Witch Queen of the Hive, and her theft of the Light. It introduced the Void 3.0 subclass rework, weapon crafting, and the Vow of the Disciple raid.
The Review
Playing it a year after launch, it’s clear why this is still considered the series’ best-written campaign. Weapon crafting gave a genuine long-term chase, and Vow of the Disciple is a standout raid. Bungie later scaled crafting back from what it was at launch, which stings a bit for anyone (like me) coming in after the fact and reading about what it used to be.
What I Liked
- Widely regarded as Destiny 2’s best-written campaign
- Weapon crafting added real chase and customization
- Vow of the Disciple raid is a standout
- Strong new legendary weapon pool (glaives)
What I Didn’t
- Weapon crafting was later scaled back by Bungie
- Higher-difficulty replays for loot can feel grindy
The Verdict
Rating: 5/5
