Destiny 2 is a multiplayer first-person shooter developed by Bungie that came out in 2017. Since then, the developers have pushed out multiple expansions and DLCs to extend the main storyline and add more content than what was seen on launch day.
Here is a detailed list of expansions for Destiny 2 in order. Curse of Osiris and Warmind are included, although they are minor in scope (considered DLC) when compared to the remainder of the actual expansions on the list.
Note that certain content listed is currently inaccessible due to ongoing changes to the game.
Curse of Osiris
Expansion Number: 1
Release: December 5, 2017
Curse of Osiris is the first expansion to Destiny 2. The story follows the Guardians being called to Mercury to investigate a new Vex threat tied to the legendary Warlock Osiris.
The Vex are using the Infinite Forest, a vast simulation engine, to find a way to dominate time itself. With the help of Osiris’ ghost, Sagira, players navigate the simulation, battle endless Vex constructs, and uncover a plan that could rewrite reality.
Below is a list of features introduced in the Curse of Osiris expansion.
New Destination: Mercury
- Explore the Infinite Forest, a simulated reality created by the Vex.
- Visit the Lighthouse, now a social space with new vendors and activities.
New Campaign
- Embark on a story-driven quest to rescue the legendary Warlock Osiris and stop the Vex from reshaping time.
- Engage in cinematic missions featuring Osiris, Ikora, and a new ally, Sagira.
New Activities
- Heroic Adventures: More challenging versions of Mercury’s Adventures with unique modifiers.
- Raid Lair: Eater of Worlds – A shorter but intense raid experience set within the Leviathan.
- Lost Prophecies: Forge powerful weapons by collecting materials and completing challenges.
New Gear & Weapons
- Exotic and Legendary gear themed around Osiris and the Vex.
- New Brother Vance vendor offering unique rewards.
- Expanded customization options for Exotic weapons.
New Strikes & Crucible Maps
- Two new Strikes: A Garden World and Tree of Probabilities (integrated into the campaign).
- Three new PvP maps: Wormhaven (PS4 exclusive at launch), Pacifica, and Radiant Cliffs.
Level Cap Increase
- Character Level Cap raised from 20 to 25.
- Power Level Cap increased from 300 to 330 (335 with mods).
Quality of Life Improvements
- Expanded vault space for increased gear storage.
- Exotic weapons reworked for better balance and usability.
- New consumables and vendors added to enhance the in-game economy.
Warmind
Expansion Number: 2
Release date: May 8, 2018
Warmind is the second expansion to Destiny 2. The story sees the Guardians travel to Mars to investigate a mysterious new threat arising from the Warmind Rasputin, a powerful AI designed to protect humanity. The Guardian uncovers that Rasputin has been reactivated, and its defense systems are being corrupted by the Hive, led by the powerful Worm God Xol.
The Guardians must work alongside Ana Bray, a Guardian with ties to Rasputin, to defeat Xol and prevent the Hive from using Rasputin’s power to wipe out humanity. In the end, the Warmind is stabilized, and the Hive’s influence over Rasputin is broken, securing Mars for humanity’s defense once more.
Below is a list of features introduced in the Warmind expansion.
New Destination: Mars – Hellas Basin
- Explore the frozen wastes of Hellas Basin, a lost region of Mars buried beneath ice.
- Discover the secrets of the Warmind Rasputin and his battle against the Hive.
New Campaign
- Team up with Ana Bray, a Guardian long thought lost, to uncover her connection to Rasputin.
- Battle the Hive Escalation as Xol, a massive Worm God, threatens humanity.
New Activities & Endgame Content
- Escalation Protocol: A challenging, wave-based public event that increases in difficulty with each level.
- Raid Lair: Spire of Stars – A new high-level raid activity set on the Leviathan.
- Heroic Strike Playlist returns, offering tougher versions of Strikes with modifiers.
New Gear & Weapons
- Unlock powerful Warmind-themed Exotic and Legendary gear.
- Collect and activate new Exotic Masterworks to enhance your arsenal.
- New Ikelos weapon set designed for Escalation Protocol.
New Strikes & Crucible Maps
- Two new Strikes: Will of the Thousands and Strange Terrain (integrated into the campaign).
- New PvP maps: Solitude, Survival, and Meltdown (PS4 exclusive at launch).
Level Cap Increase
- Character Level Cap raised from 25 to 30.
- Power Level Cap increased from 335 to 385 (with mods).
Quality of Life Improvements
- Exotic Weapon Buffs – Many Exotics have been reworked for better performance.
- Vault Space Increase – More room for gear and weapons.
- Season 3 Crucible Ranking System – Includes Valor and Glory ranks for competitive PvP.
- Private Matches added for custom Crucible games.
Forsaken
Expansion Number: 3
Release date: September 4, 2018
Forsaken is the third expansion to Destiny 2. It sees the Guardian set out on a quest for vengeance after Uldren Sov, the Prince of the Awoken, kills beloved character Cayde-6.
The story takes players to the lawless region of the Tangled Shore in the Reef, where they must hunt down Uldren and his Barons, who are wreaking havoc across the system.
As the Guardian tracks down each Baron and uncovers dark secrets, they learn of a greater threat tied to the Awoken’s history.
Below is a list of features introduced in the Forsaken expansion.
New Destination: The Tangled Shore & The Dreaming City
- Tangled Shore – A lawless wasteland ruled by the Scorn, featuring rugged terrain and hidden dangers.
- Dreaming City – The Awoken’s mysterious homeland, packed with secrets, puzzles, and endgame activities.
New Campaign: A Tale of Revenge
- Hunt down Uldren Sov and the Barons of the Scorn after they murder Cayde-6.
- Take on each Baron in unique boss fights, culminating in a climactic showdown.
New Activities & Endgame Content
- The Last Wish Raid – A massive, puzzle-filled raid set in the Dreaming City, featuring Riven, a powerful Ahamkara.
- The Blind Well – A horde-mode event with escalating difficulty set in the Dreaming City.
- The Shattered Throne – A challenging dungeon-like activity with powerful rewards.
New Game Mode: Gambit
- A unique hybrid PvPvE mode where players fight enemies, collect motes, and invade the opposing team’s arena.
New Weapons & Gear
- Bow weapon archetype introduced – Precision-based ranged weapons with unique perks.
- New Exotics & Legendaries, including Ace of Spades, One Thousand Voices, and more.
- Random Rolls return – Gear now has random perks, bringing back deeper customization.
New Supers & Subclass Paths
- Nine new Super abilities added across all three classes, offering fresh playstyles.
Level & Power Cap Increase
- Character Level Cap increased from 30 to 50.
- Power Level Cap increased from 385 to 600.
Quality of Life Improvements
- Collections & Triumphs – Track gear, achievements, and lore progress.
- Mod System Overhaul – Improved customization for weapons and armor.
- Bounty System Returns – Vendors now offer repeatable bounties for extra rewards.
Shadowkeep
Expansion Number: 4
Release date: October 1, 2019
Shadowkeep is the fourth expansion to Destiny 2. The story has the Guardian return to the Moon to confront a rising darkness as Eris Morn, who had been lost for years, resurfaces with disturbing news. She reveals that the Hive’s influence is spreading beneath the surface, and a new threat, the Pyramid ships, is awakening.
As the Guardian fights through the Hive’s forces and uncovers ancient secrets, they must stop the Hive from unleashing a terrible new power tied to the dark forces lurking beneath the Moon.
Below is a list of features introduced in the Shadowkeep expansion.
New Destination: The Moon
- Return to a transformed Moon, now overrun with Nightmares, haunting manifestations of the past.
- Explore new and expanded locations, including the Scarlet Keep and hidden Hive strongholds.
New Campaign: The Nightmare Threat
- Work alongside Eris Morn to uncover the source of the Nightmares and stop a new Hive threat.
- Battle Nightmare versions of past foes, including Crota, Ghaul, and more.
New Raid: Garden of Salvation
- Venture into the Black Garden to face a mysterious Vex threat.
- Solve intricate puzzles and defeat powerful bosses in this endgame activity.
New Seasonal Model
- Introduction of Seasonal Content with the launch of Season of the Undying.
- A Vex invasion event brings new activities, weapons, and rewards.
New Dungeon: Pit of Heresy
- A three-player dungeon set in the depths of the Hive fortress on the Moon.
- Features unique mechanics, puzzles, and powerful loot.
New Armor 2.0 System
- Complete overhaul of the armor system, introducing mod customization and stat selection.
- Players can now fine-tune their builds with more flexibility.
New Exotic Weapons & Gear
- Discover new Exotics like Divinity, Deathbringer, Xenophage, and more.
- Moon-themed weapons and armor sets introduced.
Level & Power Cap Increase
- Character Level removed, progression now focused on Power Level.
- Power Level Cap increased from 750 to 960 (with pinnacle rewards).
Quality of Life Improvements
- Finisher Moves – Stylish melee executions with gameplay bonuses.
- New Strike: The Scarlet Keep – Face off against the Hive in a towering fortress on the Moon.
- Cross-Save Enabled – Play across platforms with unified account progress.
Beyond Light
Expansion Number: 5
Release date: November 10, 2020
Beyond Light is the fifth expansion to Destiny 2. The story sees the Guardian travels to Europa, where the Fallen House of Darkness is attempting to harness the power of the Darkness itself. Led by Eramis, the Fallen Ketch leader, they seek to use Stasis, a new and dangerous form of Darkness, to conquer humanity.
The Guardian allies with the Exo Stranger, who has returned after many years, to stop Eramis and prevent the Fallen from mastering Stasis.
Below is a list of features introduced in the Beyond Light expansion.
New Destination: Europa
- Explore the icy moon of Europa, a frozen wasteland filled with secrets.
- Discover Braytech facilities, hidden Exo history, and the Deep Stone Crypt.
New Campaign: The Rise of Darkness
- Confront Eramis, Kell of Darkness, as she leads the Fallen in harnessing Stasis.
- Team up with the Exo Stranger, Variks, and Eris Morn to stop the spread of the Darkness.
New Elemental Power: Stasis
- First Darkness-based subclass, introducing ice-themed abilities.
- Titans – Behemoth: Freeze and shatter enemies with massive strength.
- Hunters – Revenant: Dual-wield ice blades for devastating mobility.
- Warlocks – Shadebinder: Summon a freezing staff to control the battlefield.
- Aspects & Fragments system for deep customization of abilities.
New Raid: Deep Stone Crypt
- Journey into the birthplace of the Exos and battle a terrifying new threat.
- Features unique mechanics, puzzles, and powerful raid-exclusive rewards.
New Exotic Weapons & Gear
- Discover powerful new Exotics like No Time to Explain, Cloudstrike, Lament, Salvation’s Grip, and more.
- Unlock Europa-themed armor sets and weapons.
New Activities & Lost Sectors
- Empire Hunts – Target Eramis’ Fallen lieutenants in challenging missions.
- Eclipsed Zones – Dynamic environmental changes altering gameplay challenges.
- Legend & Master Lost Sectors – Solo activities offering Exotic armor rewards.
Level & Power Cap Increase
- Power Level reset, new cap set at 1260 (1310 with pinnacle gear).
Quality of Life Improvements
- Cosmodrome Returns – A revamped version of the Destiny 1 location, used for onboarding new players.
- Vaulting of Destiny Content (DCV) – Older destinations (Titan, Io, Mars, Mercury) moved to the Vault to streamline the game.
- Seasonal Content Structure Update – Activities now evolve over multiple seasons.
The Witch Queen
Expansion Number: 6
Release date: February 22, 2022
The Witch Queen is the sixth expansion to Destiny 2. The story sees the Guardian faces off against Savathûn, the Witch Queen, and her Hive forces, who have gained the power of the Light.
After the discovery of Savathûn’s involvement in the creation of the Darkness’ influence on the Hive, the Guardian ventures into Savathûn’s Throne World, a realm filled with deception and dangerous secrets. Alongside the mysterious figure of Osiris, the Guardian uncovers the truth about Savathûn’s origins and her connection to the Light.
Below is a list of features introduced in The Witch Queen expansion.
New Destination: Savathûn’s Throne World
- A mysterious Hive fortress filled with secrets, deception, and twisting corridors.
- Explore Lucent Hive strongholds, fog-covered swamps, and a pyramid-inspired temple.
New Campaign: The Witch Queen
- Face Savathûn, the Hive Goddess of Deception, in a battle for the Light.
- Features a Legendary difficulty mode for greater challenge and rewards.
New Enemy Faction: The Lucent Hive
- Hive enemies now wield the Light, using abilities like Guardians.
- Defeat Hive Lightbearers and crush their Ghosts to prevent resurrection.
New Gameplay Feature: Weapon Crafting
- Craft and customize powerful weapons at the Relic on Mars.
- Unlock new perks, traits, and enhanced versions of existing weapons.
- First craftable weapon: The Glaive, a hybrid melee-ranged weapon with energy shields.
New Raid: Vow of the Disciple
- Venture deep into a Sunken Pyramid to face a mysterious new enemy.
- Features complex mechanics, new raid-exclusive weapons, and powerful loot.
New Exotics & Gear
- Exotic weapons include Osteo Striga, Parasite, Grand Overture, and more.
- New Exotic armor pieces for each class with unique abilities.
New Activities & Seasonal Content
- Wellspring – A PvE activity where players attack or defend a Hive stronghold.
- PsiOps Battlegrounds – A Seasonal activity focused on mind-invasion combat against the Hive.
Level & Power Cap Increase
- Power Level cap raised to 1560 (with pinnacle rewards up to 1580).
Quality of Life Improvements
- Void 3.0 Subclass Overhaul – Revamped customization system for Void abilities.
- New Legendary Weapons & Perks – Expanded perk pools for more diverse builds.
- Seasonal Artifact Rework – Mods now offer anti-champion abilities and unique combat perks.
Lightfall
Expansion Number: 7
Release: February 28, 2023
Lightfall is the seventh expansion to Destiny 2. The story sees the Guardian confronting the growing threat of the Witness and their enigmatic disciple, Nezarec, as the final battle for the fate of the Last City begins. The story takes the Guardian to Neptune, where the mysterious city of Neomuna is hidden, and where the forces of the Witness plan to use the city’s technology to bring about a new era of Darkness.
With the help of new allies, including the Cloudstriders, the Guardian learns to harness the power of Strand, a new form of Darkness, to challenge the forces of the Witness. The expansion culminates in a battle to prevent the Witness from completing their destructive plans, setting the stage for the ultimate showdown in the war between Light and Darkness.
Below is a list of features introduced in the Lightfall expansion.
New Destination: Neptune – Neomuna
- A futuristic city untouched by the Collapse, under siege by the Shadow Legion.
- Explore Neon-lit skyscrapers, cyberpunk streets, and hidden CloudArk technology.
New Campaign: The Witness Arrives
- The Witness and Calus’ Shadow Legion launch an assault on the Traveler.
- Fight alongside the Cloud Striders, Neomuna’s enhanced defenders.
- Features a Legendary difficulty mode for high-risk, high-reward gameplay.
New Subclass: Strand
- A Darkness-powered ability focused on tethering, mobility, and reality-weaving.
- Titan – Berserker: Wield massive Strand claws for aggressive melee combat.
- Hunter – Threadrunner: Master the Strand grappling hook for unmatched agility.
- Warlock – Broodweaver: Summon Threadlings, sentient minions that attack foes.
New Raid: Root of Nightmares
- A Pyramid ship raid, featuring a surreal, shifting environment.
- Face a powerful ancient entity and unravel secrets of Darkness.
New Enemy Faction: Shadow Legion & Tormentors
- Calus’ Cabal army is enhanced by the Witness, wielding Darkness-infused abilities.
- Tormentors are terrifying, scythe-wielding minibosses that drain Light and suppress movement.
New Exotic Weapons & Gear
- Final Warning: A homing Strand sidearm.
- Quicksilver Storm: A kinetic auto rifle that fires explosive micro-missiles.
- Deterministic Chaos: A Void LMG with unique rhythm-based damage.
- New Strand-themed Exotic armor for each class.
New Activities & Seasonal Content
- Terminal Overload – A large-scale PvE activity defending Neomuna from Shadow Legion waves.
- Defiant Battlegrounds – Seasonal activity rescuing prisoners from Cabal prisons.
Level & Power Cap Increase
- Power Level cap increased to 1810 (with pinnacle rewards up to 1830).
Quality of Life Improvements
- Guardian Ranks & Loadouts – A new progression and build management system.
- Mod Customization Overhaul – Easier mod access and streamlined UI.
- Commendations System – Players can rate and recognize teammates for their contributions.
The Final Shape
Expansion Number: 8
Release date: June 4, 2024
The Final Shape is the eighth expansion to Destiny 2. The story sees the Guardian facing the ultimate confrontation with the Witness, the force behind the Darkness, as the final battle for the fate of the universe looms.
The expansion centers on the final stages of the war between Light and Darkness, with the Guardian and their allies launching a final assault on the Pyramid ship to stop the Witness from reshaping reality.
As secrets of the universe are revealed and long-standing mysteries are unraveled, the Guardian must make pivotal choices to ensure the survival of humanity and the continued existence of Light, ultimately determining the future of the entire cosmos.
Below is a list of features introduced in The Final Shape expansion.
New Destination: The Pale Heart
- Explore the Pale Heart, a mysterious realm within the Traveler, featuring diverse environments that reflect the Guardian’s journey.
New Campaign: Confronting The Witness
- Engage in a climactic battle against The Witness, the architect behind the Darkness, to conclude the Light and Darkness saga.
- Experience missions that revisit iconic locations and moments from the Guardian’s past.
New Subclass: Prismatic
- Harness the power of Prismatic, a new Light-based subclass offering unique abilities and playstyles.
- Titan – Bulwark: Generate protective barriers and unleash powerful melee attacks.
- Hunter – Marrow: Utilize enhanced agility and precision attacks to outmaneuver foes.
- Warlock – Locus: Manipulate energy to support allies and devastate enemies.
New Raid: The Witness’ Domain
- Infiltrate The Witness’ stronghold within the Pale Heart.
- Overcome complex mechanics and formidable foes to obtain powerful raid-exclusive rewards.
New Episodes Post-Launch
- Transitioning from seasonal content to Episodes, each spanning three months and divided into three Acts.
- Each Episode introduces new story content, activities, an Exotic mission, and unique rewards.
New Exotic Weapons & Gear
- Discover new Exotic weapons and armor, including class-specific items:
- Hunters: Exotic cloaks.
- Titans: Exotic marks.
- Warlocks: Exotic bonds.
Quality of Life Improvements
- Loadout Manager: Introducing an in-game system to save and switch between gear and mod configurations.
- Fireteam Finder: A new in-game LFG (Looking For Group) tool to facilitate team formation for various activities.
- Weapon Balancing: Comprehensive adjustments to weapon archetypes and perks to enhance gameplay balance.
Destiny 2 is a first-person shooter developed by Bungie and initially released in 2017 for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.