Bungie
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- subsidiary of Sony Interactive Entertainment 100%
- developed Destiny 2 95%
- developed by Destiny 2: The Final Shape 95%
- developed by Destiny 2 90%
- developed by Destiny 3 90%
- instance of Monument of Triumph 90%
- developed Monument of Triumph 90%
- employed by Justin Truman 90%
- developed by Destiny 90%
- affiliated with Destiny 2 70%
- instance of Destiny 2 70%
- other Justin Truman 70%
- 2026-06-26 hiring Bungie experienced significant layoffs affecting at least 292 employees, including the majority of the Destiny 2 team, and saw leadership changes with Poria Torken appointed as the new head. source
- 2026-06-26 hiring Bungie has reportedly laid off approximately 300 employees, impacting the Destiny 2 development team. source
- 2026-06-26 hiring Sony Interactive Entertainment is reducing staff at its game development studio, Bungie. source
- 2026-06-25 hiring Sony announced significant layoffs at its subsidiary Bungie, impacting multiple game teams. source
- 2026-06-25 hiring Bungie announced significant layoffs. source
- 2026-06-25 hiring Bungie announced significant layoffs, impacting up to 50% of its workforce. source
- 2026-05-23 product_launch Bungie is ending support for Destiny 2 to focus on the development of Marathon.
- 2026-05-22 hiring Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs.
- 2026-05-22 hiring Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs.
- 2026-05-08 hiring Bungie is reportedly planning significant layoffs. source
- 2026-05-08 funding Sony reported $765 million in impairment losses related to its acquisition of Bungie.
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Bungie's Marathon faces insurmountable pressure after Destiny 2's end and layoffs
Bungie's new extraction shooter, Marathon, is facing immense pressure following the discontinuation of Destiny 2 and significant layoffs at the studio. Despite being a well-regarded game that innovates within its genre,…
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Bungie delays Destiny 2 patch amid layoffs and persistent glitches
Bungie has delayed the final planned patch for its game Destiny 2 following significant layoffs within the company. The delay comes as the game continues to suffer from numerous persistent glitches. The decision to post…
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Bungie lays off hundreds, impacting Destiny 2 team and leadership
Bungie has undergone significant layoffs, impacting at least 292 employees in Washington, with the WARN notice indicating potential further cuts across other locations and contractors. The majority of the Destiny 2 deve…
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Bungie lays off 300 employees; Evo 2026 to feature new fighting games
Bungie, the developer behind Destiny 2, has reportedly laid off approximately 300 employees, impacting nearly the entire development team for the game. This news follows Sony's recent announcement of significant cuts at…
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Sony Interactive Entertainment cuts jobs at Bungie studio
Sony Interactive Entertainment is reducing staff at its game development studio, Bungie. CEO Hermen Hulst announced the decision, citing an evaluation of Bungie's long-term direction and focus. The layoffs will primaril…
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SpaceX plans natural gas pipeline to fuel Starship launches
SpaceX is reportedly planning to construct an 8-mile natural gas pipeline to its Starbase launch facility in Texas. The pipeline, named "Starpipe," is intended to expedite the fueling process for its Starship rockets, w…
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Sony lays off Bungie staff; Microsoft raises Xbox prices; Star Fox history detailed
Sony has announced significant layoffs at its subsidiary Bungie, impacting developers who worked on the Destiny franchise and the upcoming Marathon game. Studio head Justin Truman has also stepped down following these w…
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Sony lays off Bungie staff, citing Destiny 2 performance
Sony has announced significant layoffs at its subsidiary Bungie, impacting the Destiny franchise team and some Marathon developers. The decision, which also led to the departure of studio head Justin Truman, comes after…
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Bungie announces significant layoffs after Destiny 2
Bungie, the game studio behind Destiny 2, has announced significant layoffs. The company stated that these reductions are necessary as they move forward from the game. This news follows a period where the studio was rep…
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Bungie lays off up to 50% of staff as Destiny 2 ends
Bungie has initiated widespread layoffs, reportedly targeting up to 50% of its workforce, as the "Destiny 2" live service concludes. The studio is reorganizing to focus on future projects, with "Marathon" being the prim…
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Destiny 2 update boosts player engagement with expanded buildcrafting options
Destiny 2 has seen a surge in player engagement, maintaining over 100,000 concurrent Steam players for nearly two weeks following the "Monument of Triumph" update. This update, which is not an expansion or season but a …
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Marathon introduces separate PvE roguelike mode 'Vault Breaker'
Bungie is introducing a new Player vs. Environment (PvE) mode called "Vault Breaker" for its game Marathon, set to launch on July 21. This mode will be largely separate from the core extraction shooter gameplay, focusin…
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Bungie's Marathon struggles with player retention despite new features
Bungie's game "Marathon" is struggling to attract and retain players, even after implementing several new features aimed at improving onboarding. These changes, including a new skill point system, accelerated XP progres…
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Bungie reportedly nixed Destiny dating sim concept
Bungie reportedly considered developing a dating simulator game inspired by 'Dream Daddy' and set within the Destiny universe. This concept emerged from internal game jam sessions, but was ultimately rejected by managem…
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Destiny 2 developers scramble to fix game-breaking bugs before support ends
Bungie is rushing to fix critical balance bugs in Destiny 2 before ending all developer support for the game. The latest update addresses issues such as a Hunter aspect causing one-shot kills in PvP and a bug that allow…
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New RPG 'Signet City' Explores Political Themes; Bungie Debates Destiny 3 Direction; Halo Remake Criticized
A new 'Fungalpunk' RPG called Signet City, inspired by horror manga and musicals, is noted for its unique and political themes. Meanwhile, game developer Bungie is reportedly at a crossroads regarding the future directi…
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Destiny 2 sees massive player surge due to Bungie's revitalization efforts
Destiny 2 is experiencing a surge in player numbers, with over 100,000 concurrent players on Steam, a feat not seen in years. This resurgence is attributed to recent updates by Bungie that have revitalized the game's ac…
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Sony shelves Destiny 2 IP, ending game support without clear successor
Sony Group has decided to end support for the live-service game Destiny 2, a move that has surprised many in the gaming industry. Unlike other long-running games or franchises that have been replaced or continued with n…
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Sony denies 'revenge' motive for Destiny 2 cancellation, cites financial losses
Sony Group is reportedly not ending the game Destiny 2 out of revenge against Bungie, but rather due to financial losses. While some reports suggest internal PlayStation employees believe the decision was motivated by a…
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Destiny 2 adds infinite cosmetic grind with Eververse update
Destiny 2 is introducing a new long-term grind for players, even though the game is no longer receiving new content. The Monument of Triumph update has focused on the Eververse store, allowing players to use Bright Dust…