Destiny 2 possesses arguably the best gunplay in any FPS — every weapon class feels distinct and satisfying, and the combination of shooting with space magic abilities creates exhilarating combat encounters. The raid content represents some of the finest cooperative PvE experiences in gaming, requiring genuine coordination and communication. The Witch Queen campaign proved Bungie can deliver compelling solo narrative content within the live-service framework. However, Destiny 2's biggest weakness is its hostility toward new and returning players. The content vaulting of paid expansions, confusing seasonal structure, and relentless FOMO-driven engagement tactics undermine goodwill. The free-to-play experience is essentially a demo that gates meaningful content behind multiple paid expansions. The Eververse cosmetic shop is aggressively priced. As an MMO, it lacks the social depth of true MMOs. For dedicated players willing to invest both time and money, the endgame is rewarding. For everyone else, the barrier to entry has become unreasonably high.