Destiny 2, a once-shining example of the modern live-service game, gets its final update on June 9. So, if Bungie is ending active development on its seminal multiplayer first-person shooter, is a sequel in the works?

The demand for a new Destiny game is there. Since the announcement, a petition asking Bungie to get cracking on making Destiny 3 has amassed 220,000 signatures. A couple of Destiny 2 voice actors are encouraging fans to poke Bungie.

"The desire for new adventures, fresh storylines, and innovative gameplay features is palpable among players everywhere," the petition reads. "Destiny 3 would not only meet these demands but also expand the horizons of what is possible within this universe."

On Steam, news of Destiny 2 sunsetting has bolstered the game's active player base. The platform has reportedly seen a 46% jump in active Destiny 2 players in the last week. Though console numbers aren't public, it is estimated that the majority of Destiny 2 players aren't on PC — so presumably, those platforms are lively for Destiny 2 right........

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