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

Destiny 2's upcoming Episode: Heresy, launching February 4th, is generating excitement among fans due to a cryptic tweet hinting at the return of the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome. This follows the less-than-stellar reception of Episode: Revenant, which, despite reintroducing some classic weapons like Icebreaker, failed to fully engage the community due to narrative and gameplay shortcomings. The dwindling player base adds pressure on Bungie to deliver a revitalizing experience with Heresy, before the release of Codename: Frontiers later this year.

The tweet, a palindrome itself, strongly suggests The Palindrome's comeback. While not officially confirmed, the connection is undeniable, given the weapon's history spanning back to the original Destiny. This wouldn't be its first appearance in Destiny 2, but its previous iterations have disappointed due to underwhelming perk combinations.

A More Powerful Palindrome?

Fans eagerly anticipate a more competitive perk pool for The Palindrome's return. Its past dominance in PvP contrasts sharply with its recent underperformance. With Episode: Heresy focusing on the Hive and the Dreadnought – both beloved elements from the original game – further nostalgic weapon reintroductions are anticipated as the launch date approaches. The hope is that Heresy, with its potential for fan-favorite weapon returns and a renewed focus on compelling content, will reignite player engagement in Destiny 2.