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Destiny 2's downfall: High costs and poor leadership decisions cited

Destiny 2's decline is attributed to its high content production costs and leadership's mismanagement of profits. Bungie frequently struggled to make the game profitable due to the constant need for new content, and when it was profitable, funds were often diverted to other projects or unnecessary infrastructure. This led to missed sales expectations for major expansions and a general studio focus that spread resources too thin, ultimately impacting the game's viability and leading to its current state of limbo. AI

RANK_REASON Article provides an analysis and opinion on the reasons behind a product's decline, citing insider information.

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Destiny 2's downfall: High costs and poor leadership decisions cited

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Tassi, Senior Contributor ·

    A Two-Sentence Insider Report On Why ‘Destiny 2’ Died

    Destiny 2's death has confused some fans, but it comes down to two main factors that are relatively easy to sum up.