New Destiny 2 Raid Filled with Cheaters

Cheating Crisis Engulfs Destiny 2's 'Desert Perpetual' Raid Amidst Waning Player Engagement and Community Unrest

Bungie is facing significant challenges with Destiny 2, as player engagement with recent expansion content has declined. This situation is compounded by a major cheating controversy surrounding the new "Desert Perpetual" raid. Reports from players and Forbes indicate that approximately 70% of the top 100 teams that completed the raid in Contest Mode used some form of cheat. While Bungie continues to investigate a few potential false positives, the sheer number of teams resorting to cheating in Destiny 2's latest high-level activity is substantial, especially given the raid's demanding sections and clear times under 20 minutes. Players have identified suspicious activities, including the creation of new accounts specifically for the raid and the exploitation of certain mechanics or gear. This widespread cheating is deeply affecting the Destiny 2 community, which was already left unimpressed by the latest expansion and is now questioning Bungie's capacity to ensure the game's long-term vitality. Many players link the current turmoil to a recent round of layoffs that significantly impacted the security team. They note that such widespread cheating, absent swift action or penalties from Bungie, is unprecedented. This growing unease within the community underscores their concerns about Bungie's ability to sustain Destiny 2.