Classic Weapon Returns in Destiny 2's Episode: Heresy

Excitement is brewing among Destiny 2 fans as speculation mounts that the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome, is set to return with the launch of Episode: Heresy on February 4. This speculation stems from a cryptic tweet from the Destiny 2 team's official Twitter page, which turned out to be a palindrome - a nod to the weapon's name. As Destiny 2 has recently experienced a dip in player count and retention, the community is eagerly anticipating that Episode: Heresy might be the much-needed revival for the game, especially with the looming release of the next content drop, Codename: Frontiers, later this year.

With the conclusion of Episode: Revenant on the horizon, Bungie has already begun teasing fans about the next big content drop. Despite Episode: Revenant failing to meet expectations with its narrative and gameplay, it did manage to reintroduce beloved weapons such as the Icebreaker exotic sniper rifle, sparking hope among players. The anticipation for Episode: Heresy is further fueled by the prospect of more classic weapons making a comeback, including The Palindrome.

The Palindrome, a legendary hand cannon known from the original Destiny, has been out of the rotation since the 2022 release of The Witch Queen expansion. While it was once a dominant force in PvP, its recent iterations in Destiny 2 have been met with disappointment due to less desirable perk selections. Fans are now hopeful that its reintroduction in Episode: Heresy will come with a more "meta" set of perks, enhancing its appeal and effectiveness in the game.

As Episode: Heresy gears up to explore themes around the Hive and the Dreadnought, another iconic element from the original game, Bungie is expected to continue teasing the return of other fan-favorite weapons. This strategic move could very well be the key to revitalizing player interest and setting the stage for a successful transition into Codename: Frontiers.