Bungie faces growing pressure from fans to develop Destiny 3, as a petition urging Sony to greenlight the project has surpassed 170,000 signatures. The campaign aims to save the franchise amid reports that the studio is shifting its focus away from the series. Insider Gaming reported that the petition's signature count already exceeds Marathon's peak player count, which stands at an estimated 130,000 to 150,000 users.
Fan campaign urges Sony to approve sequel amid shifting studio priorities and financial losses
Destiny 2 reportedly no longer receives updates as Bungie prioritizes resource allocation for its new title, Marathon. The studio recently announced layoffs and reported a $765 million loss, which has decreased its valuation as a subsidiary of Sony. These financial challenges make it unlikely that the publisher will invest in a new Destiny installment anytime soon.
Fan speculation suggests that Bungie is moving on to prioritize the furtherment of Marathon instead, despite underwhelming reception for the project. The petition's rapid growth reflects community frustration over the franchise's current trajectory and the studio's strategic decisions.
The surge in signatures highlights strong player demand for a new entry in the series, even as corporate realities constrain development plans. Bungie has not confirmed any official timeline or commitment to Destiny 3.
Source: Insider Gaming
