Destiny 2's Festival of the Lost 2025: A Haunted Choice

Destiny 2 players face a chilling decision: choose between "Slashers" or "Spectres" armor sets in the upcoming Festival of the Lost event. This year's Halloween celebration pits iconic horror villains against spectral terrors, offering unique armor designs inspired by figures like Jason Voorhees, Ghostface, Babadook, La Llorona, and even Slenderman. Voting will determine which set makes its terrifying debut in October.

The reveal of these new armor sets, however, comes amidst a backdrop of community frustration. Episode Revenant, the current season, has been plagued by bugs and gameplay issues, leading to declining player numbers and negative sentiment. While Bungie addressed many of these problems, the lingering issues have overshadowed the excitement surrounding the upcoming Halloween event. The announcement of Festival of the Lost armor, ten months in advance, further fueled this discontent, with some players feeling the studio should prioritize addressing the game's current state before focusing on a future event.

The "Slashers" faction boasts a Jason-inspired Titan set, a Ghostface-themed Hunter set, and a menacing Scarecrow Warlock set. Conversely, the "Spectres" option presents a Babadook-inspired Titan set, a La Llorona-themed Hunter set, and a highly anticipated Slenderman Warlock set. The choice is yours, but the question remains: will the thrill of new cosmetics outweigh the lingering frustrations within the Destiny 2 community?

The 2024 Festival of the Lost's Wizard armor, initially unavailable, will also be released during Episode Heresy, offering a small consolation to players. However, the overall feeling among many players is one of concern regarding the long-term health of the game.