We don't usually do articles like this, but given the popularity of a release like Destiny 2 and in the interest of transparency, we're going to take the time to outline our review plans for the game. We've attempted to answer a number of frequently asked questions below, with the hope being that our answers provide some insight into what you can expect from us here at Push Square once Destiny 2 is released.
Will you be reviewing Destiny 2?
Yes, we'll be doing a traditional written review of Destiny 2 and publishing it on the site.
Will your Destiny 2 review have a score attached?
The plan is that our review will indeed have a score attached when it's first published on the site. That said, plans don't always work out. In the event that we don't feel comfortable applying a definite score to our review, we may publish the review without one. If this does happen, than we'll strive to add a score at a later date.
When can we expect your Destiny 2 review?
The fact that Destiny 2 is an online-only game means that we won't be able to publish a review until after its release on the 6th September.
Ideally we like to bring you our reviews before the games in question are made available to the public, but with games like Destiny 2, that's obviously not an option. That said, we'll still try our best to get the review published in a timely fashion.
It's worth mentioning at this point that we'll likely have hands on impressions of Destiny 2 once we've played through the first few hours of the game. These impressions certainly won't equate to a full review, but they should give you a reasonable idea of how we feel about the game.
Who's reviewing Destiny 2 for Push Square?
Associate editor Robert Ramsey will be reviewing Destiny 2 for Push Square. Robert previously reviewed the first Destiny and all of its expansions.
Do you have any other questions about our Destiny 2 review? Feel free to give us a shout in the comments section below.
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When's Destiny 3 out?
I expect sammy to review dead rising 4.
@AlejandroMora Last I heard, he said he'd rather be forced to destroy his entire Taylor Swift merchandise collection.
With the Raid releasing a week after launch, we could get the final verdict as soon as next week.
Basically the only one of these questions that was pernative was when will the review land, and is there going to be a score, due to the nature of the game obviously.
The others are superfluous at best.
An announcement for a review? Such strange times we live in now.
@Xaessya Considering some people expect a review before a game is released or even soon after, its not surprising that PushSquare, like other games sites, will not be delivering a 'final' verdict of a game like Destiny at or close to launch. Its not like other games where you can play through a campaign and try out the MP for a few hours and make a 'judgement' on the game.
Granted, they probably could play Destiny's campaign, crucible and co-op strikes to get a good idea, but there is also the whole end game, the day to day and week to week experiences, the stuff to do in the play spaces and how that all works within an online eco-system. The big thing in Destiny is also the Raid, but that won't come for a week.
Destiny wasn't a game that reveals 'everything' the game has to offer on Day 1. Its a game that reveals parts of the whole over 'day's' maybe even weeks or months (for some players). You certainly aren't likely to upgrade each of the 3 characters 3 sub-classes and know that they are all balanced or perform definitive roles in all the content. You could I guess, upgrade the basics of each to get a feel of their supers and were they may be strongest.
Destiny also has multiple different time based activities - most around the end game - like daily bounties, missions, weekly resets and activities - like Nightfall, Raid. Also frequent weekend activities like Iron Banner, Trials and of course the weekly visit of Xur. How can you say the game is 'X' when you haven't explored everything - inc the end game. How can you say that the 'changes' - like the reclassification of weapons - work well in the end game? To me, having not played the end game yet, feel the changes were fundamentally altered to make the Crucible experience different. People won't be running around with Shotguns or Snipers and a LMG or Rocket Launcher any more. The Sniper and Rocket Launcher Combo was the most common gear set for the End Game content - the high level strikes and Raids. You need to wait at least a week to see if the new raid suffers because of the weapon changes or have Bungie redesigned these to accommodate those changes - things like that that People will be wanting to know - at least those who were familiar with its predecessor. They want to know that ALL changes are for the better - not just the 'story' but everything after that too. That takes time to build up characters to be able to attempt the end game and not all content will be 'available' at launch - not because they need to patch it in either but because 'events' are not permanent but come and go.
@Xaessya I was actually looking for this information, to know if I can see the review before pre-ordering (i.e. the day before), so the article is appropriate and relevant.
Also, @BAMozzy hits you with a wall of text for 9123 damage. . Sorry man, couldn't resist
@Xaessya Yeah, like the article said we don't usually do these things, but we've had loads of people asking about what we plan on doing with Destiny 2 in particular. Thought it was worth a quick article if it was going to help people out.
I agree, though - strange times.
@BLP_Software No harm in stating the obvious, though. If we're going to tell people what they can expect from us, then we might as well be thorough about it.
I'm surprised at how much hype there is for more Destiny. I guess a lot of people are anxious to see if it is a suitable jumping on point after Destiny's stock rose somewhat after The Taken King.
I'm glad PushSquare put this out. It's nice to see a site actually putting out plans and acknowledging timeframes for bigger releases.
The transparency is great, and gives the site a much more community feel.
@Craggis19 If people want us to do more of this stuff for the sake of the community we'd be open to it. Just let us know.
@Craggis19 I completely agree. I think sometimes it may be difficult because if something comes up, people will accuse you of not sticking to your word and there are lots of things that can happen to affect even some of the best laid plans. But it is nice to see a plan is in place so people won't be in constant wonder of when a review is coming or what it will contain. I am in favor of more of this happening in the future. @ShogunRok
I'd like to see PushSquare do away with scores completely. Its a bit 'last-decade', in fact much further back really. Your reviews are of a very good standard, to the point, honest, objective, & you dont blather on trying to sound clever. If anything, having a score undermines a good review, & sometimes encourages the reader to skim straight to the score anyways.
This feels like Ubisoft or Square Enix releasing a chart explaining what content comes with what edition
Except it's different, but you get my point!
You'll be hoping for a D2 Mida Multi Tool
Next up, Push Squares 10 Year Plan!
Dare you to give it 2/10 just for a laugh.
@Gremio108 Even if it scored a 7/10 most people would rage as if it were a 2/10.
@ShogunRok I think this is the most community-oriented site I use! I really enjoy how active the moderators and contributors are in the comments too.
Transparency is really important in journalism so nice to see clarification on what is arguably the biggest release of the year.
I expect to skip it
I will probably skip this game unless I find out it is entertaining as a solo player as in Warframe.
rip sammy
Thanks for keeping us all in the loop! I certainly wouldn't mind something like this for future big releases. I don't particularly like relying on someone else's opinions for my own purchases, but I enjoy reading a lot of the reviews on the site. It's obvious you guys work hard on them and actually care about your work unlike a lot of other sites on the internet.
It's very YouTube channel-esque, where the creator will interact with their community. I really appreciate that.
Also Sammy should review DeadRising 4. That would be a hilarious read.
@Constable_What I raise you with a request for a Sammy video review of
DR4 😂
@Bliquid Sadly we don't have time to cover it, too much other stuff happening.
Looking forward to seeing what you guys make of it. As it stands I'm tempted, but just haven't seen anything that's really pushed me towards a buy yet. And it might sound daft, but in the gameplay I've seen it hasn't looked nearly 'spacey' enough. At no point do I ever get the impression this is a big huge space adventure, and the environments seem rather ordinary and earth-like, or just dilapidated bases.
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