Destiny 2: Heresy Act I Kicks Off with Star Wars-Inspired Gear and a Return to the Dreadnaught

Destiny 2’s latest episode, Heresy Act I, is live, bringing a fresh wave of content, including new activities, weapons, subclass Aspects, and a long-awaited return to the Dreadnaught—a massive Hive warship last seen in the original Destiny. This marks the final episodic update of The Final Shape expansion, setting the stage for what’s next in the ever-evolving universe of Destiny 2.

A Familiar Battleground, Changed by the Echoes

The Dreadnaught is back, but it isn’t the same Hive-infested fortress that players remember. Now under the influence of an Echo, the mysterious force introduced in The Final Shape, this version of the massive ship carries new dangers and story beats. Long-time Destiny veterans may recall the Dreadnaught’s eerie corridors, deadly traps, and sprawling mechanics. Bungie has teased that players will face new threats as they unravel what the Echo has done to the once-dormant battleground.

Star Wars-Inspired Armor and More

One of the biggest highlights of this update is the Star Wars-inspired armor and cosmetics. While Bungie hasn’t officially tied them to the galaxy far, far away, the influence is unmistakable. Guardians can deck themselves out in gear that evokes the feel of Jedi, Sith, and bounty hunters, adding a sci-fi edge to their spacefaring battles.

This crossover-style content comes as part of a broader push for themed collaborations in Destiny 2, similar to past partnerships with Assassin’s Creed and Mass Effect. Expect armor sets, Ghost shells, and Sparrow designs that carry that unmistakable Star Wars energy.

New Activities, Subclass Aspects, and Loot

Beyond the cosmetics, Heresy Act I delivers fresh game content. Guardians can expect:

• New and returning weapons – Some classic Destiny favorites are making a comeback, though Bungie keeps the details closely guarded.
• New activities
  – Players will tackle objectives tied directly to the evolving narrative of Heresy, likely expanding on what the Echo is doing to the Dreadnaught.
• Subclass Aspects – More customization options are now available for players looking to fine-tune their builds, adding new abilities to existing subclasses.

Bungie has been progressively leaning into deeper RPG mechanics, giving Guardians more ways to customize their playstyles. These new Aspects will likely shake up both PvE and PvP metas.

What’s Next for Destiny 2?

With Heresy being the final episodic drop of The Final Shape, players are already speculating about what’s coming next. Bungie has stated that Destiny 2 will continue evolving beyond this content cycle, but details about the future remain scarce. Will there be a Destiny 3? A major new expansion? A complete shift in the game’s structure?

One thing is certain—Guardians aren’t done fighting yet.

For more details, check out the official Destiny 2 page here or join the conversation on Reddit.