Bungie’s tumultuous journey has dominated conversation in recent months, with whispers of troubled development preceding the departure of director Christopher Barrett. In a newly released Developer Update video, game director Joe Ziegler shares insights into the project’s current status and forthcoming developments.
As 2025’s potential release year for the Extraction Shooter draws near, Ziegler disclosed that the team is gradually expanding their playtesting process, making it increasingly comprehensive. As we move forward, we aim to attract a substantial number of players to each milestone, with some significant turning points serving as opportunities for you all to join us.
While Ziegler did not provide a specific timeline for the upcoming playtests, he did reveal that the game is now available for wishlist on multiple platforms, making it simple to track updates and stay informed about new developments. Steam and PlayStation retailer pages are currently live, with the Xbox retailer page still to follow.
With Bungie reportedly considering more playtesting in the next year rather than a full launch, whispers surrounding its failure to meet the 2025 deadline gain traction. According to a report by Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier in late August, the atmosphere surrounding this topic is not pleasant, and only time will tell how things unfold. Stay tuned for further details in the coming period.
