Destiny 3 Petition Shatters Marathon's Peak Player Count
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Key Points:
- A petition urging Bungie and Sony to greenlight Destiny 3 has surpassed 170,000 signatures, exceeding the peak player count of Bungie's recent game Marathon, which had around 130,000 to 150,000 players during its opening week.
- Despite strong fan demand for Destiny 3, Bungie appears to be prioritizing the development and expansion of Marathon, a decision that has drawn criticism given the franchise's underwhelming reception.
- Recent layoffs at Bungie and financial concerns have cast doubt on the likelihood of Destiny 3 entering development soon, despite the success of Destiny 2's final expansion, The Final Shape.
- Fans are encouraged to return to Destiny 2 for its final update, Monument of Triumph on June 9, to demonstrate continued interest and support for the franchise in hopes of influencing Sony's investment decisions.
- The community remains hopeful but acknowledges the challenges ahead, urging players to participate in the petition and in-game events to advocate for Destiny 3’s future.