Destiny 2 enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement over the potential return of the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome, with the upcoming launch of Episode: Heresy on February 4. This speculation stems from a cryptic tweet from the Destiny 2 team's official Twitter account, which fans quickly identified as a palindrome—a nod to the weapon's name. As the game faces one of its lowest points in player count and retention, the community is hopeful that Episode: Heresy will be a game-changer, revitalizing interest before the next major content drop, Codename: Frontiers, later this year.
As Destiny 2 wraps up its second episode, Revenant, Bungie has already begun teasing the next big update. Episode: Revenant received mixed feedback, with many players feeling let down by its narrative and gameplay. However, it did bring back beloved weapons like the Icebreaker exotic sniper rifle, sparking some excitement among the player base. With Episode: Heresy on the horizon, it seems Bungie is set to continue this trend by reintroducing more classic weapons, including The Palindrome.
The Return of The Palindrome Should Be a More Triumphant One This Time
The Palindrome has been absent from Destiny 2 since the 2022 release of The Witch Queen expansion. While it was once a dominant force in PvP, its previous iterations in Destiny 2 have disappointed fans due to less desirable perk selections. This time around, players are eager for a version of The Palindrome that aligns more closely with the current meta, offering perks that enhance its effectiveness in both PvP and PvE scenarios.
While details about Episode: Heresy remain scarce, it's known to focus on the Hive and the Dreadnought, elements that resonate deeply with long-time fans of the original Destiny. As the release date approaches, Bungie is expected to unveil more about the episode, including potential reintroductions of other fan-favorite weapons, further stoking anticipation and hopefully reigniting the passion of the Destiny 2 community.