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Destiny 2 Teases Return of a Classic Weapon in Episode: Heresy

By MaxFeb 28,2025

Destiny 2 Teases Return of a Classic Weapon in Episode: Heresy

Destiny 2's upcoming Episode: Heresy, launching February 4th, is generating significant buzz among fans due to a cryptic tweet hinting at the return of the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome. This speculation comes amidst a period of declining player numbers for Destiny 2, leading many to hope Heresy will revitalize the game before the release of Codename: Frontiers later this year.

Episode: Revenant, the current episode, received mixed reception, with criticism focused on its narrative and gameplay. However, it did reintroduce some classic weapons, including the Icebreaker sniper rifle. The recent palindrome tweet from the official Destiny 2 account fueled speculation about The Palindrome's return, a weapon popular since the original Destiny. While not officially confirmed, the cryptic message strongly suggests its reintroduction.

A More Promising Return for The Palindrome?

The Palindrome has been absent from Destiny 2 since The Witch Queen expansion in 2022. While previously a dominant PvP weapon, its recent iterations disappointed players due to underwhelming perk combinations. Fans are eagerly anticipating a "meta" perk pool for this comeback.

With Episode: Heresy focusing on the Hive and the Dreadnought (another beloved element from the original Destiny), further fan-favorite weapon returns are anticipated as the launch date approaches. Bungie's strategic reintroduction of classic weapons suggests a concerted effort to reignite player engagement and excitement for the future of Destiny 2.

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