Bungie Communications Manager Says Destiny 2 fans Shouldn't Blame Themselves for Game Coming to an End

Bungie has begun mass layoffs following the announced end of *Destiny 2*, its flagship franchise, with the company admitting the game ‘fell short of expectations.’ The cuts coincide with the studio’s shift toward *Marathon*, its upcoming project under Sony Interactive Entertainment’s PlayStation Studios umbrella. Coverage from Kotaku, IGN, and Forbes highlights the layoffs as a direct consequence of the game’s closure, while Bungie’s communications manager issued a statement urging fans not to blame themselves for the game’s end.

The layoffs were confirmed in a joint announcement by Bungie and Sony, framing the reductions as part of a restructuring to focus on *Marathon*. IGN and Forbes emphasize the financial and operational impact on employees, while Kotaku notes the emotional response from the *Destiny 2* community.

Sony’s official update reaffirms its commitment to Bungie’s future projects but does not detail the scale of the layoffs or specific job roles affected. What to watch next: Whether *Marathon* can fill the void left by *Destiny 2* remains unclear, but Bungie’s ability to retain talent—and Sony’s investment in the studio—will be critical.