"Data Debunks Decline: 'Lightfall' Breathes New Life into 'Destiny 2'"

Data suggests that the release of the Lightfall expansion marked a significant decline in player interest and engagement in Destiny 2. Despite having the highest number of concurrent players at launch, Lightfall failed to meet expectations and fell short compared to previous expansions. Players criticized the extraneous storyline, poorly implemented characters, lack of explanation for key plot elements, and the absence of significant additions to PvP or Gambit. The player count dropped significantly after Lightfall's release, and the subsequent reveal of Bungie's new game, Marathon, further contributed to the decline. The article suggests that Lightfall's underwhelming performance has had a damaging impact on the game's momentum.