‘Destiny’ Beta Begins July 17th, Collector’s Edition Detailed
Briefly: Destiny made quite the show at this year’s E3, and the Alpha that followed was even better (I barely slept for the entire weekend).
Today’s Bungie Day (a self-proclaimed holiday due to the developer’s obsession with the number 7) brought on a plethora of new details about the game, including just when we’ll get some time to play again, as well as info on the sure-to-be-sought-after collector’s and Ghost editions.
First up, the Beta. Playstation 3 and 4 owners will get the first taste from July 17th to 20th. Things will go dark on the 21st and 22nd, but when the Beta returns on July 23rd, Xbox 360 and Xbox one owners will also be able to join in on the fun. The Beta will end for everyone on Sunday, July 27th, which will probably be our last taste of Destiny until its official launch. Here’s a nice Bungie-created infographic to break things down for you:
Looks like I won’t be earning that emblem; I’ll be in California for SDCC, so I’ll be missing out on the entire Beta (and I’m not even upset about it).
The developer also detailed the Limited Edition and Collector’s “Ghost” Edition of the game. Here are the details, straight from Bungie.net.
Humanity has been searching the ruins of our Golden Age for Guardians – heroes capable of wielding Light as a weapon. You have just been found and given a vital mission: defend our home, drive back the forces of Darkness, find a way to awaken the Traveler, and Become Legend.
CONTENTS
–Limited Edition SteelBook™ Case and Game Disc
–Guardian Folio, containing:
–“Arms and Armament” Field Guide: Many believe the weapons and armor featured in this record are a myth. You will learn the truth.
–Postcards from the Golden Age: Our worlds have been claimed by our enemies. Now, it’s time to take them back.
–Antique Star Chart: Explore the wild frontiers of our solar system. Discover all that we have lost.
–Collector’s Edition Digital Content: The City has provided you with a cache of items to start you on your journey, including:
–A Unique Ghost Casing
–An Exclusive Player Emblem
–An Exclusive Player Ship Skin
-Includes the Destiny Expansion Pass*
This is your Ghost. It sought you out for centuries. It found you, dead and forgotten in the ruins of our civilization’s violent Collapse, and it brought you back to life to protect us all. Defend our home, drive back the forces of Darkness, find a way to awaken the Traveler, and Become Legend.
CONTENTS
–Limited Edition SteelBook™ Case and Game Disc
–Ghost Replica: This is your motion-sensing Ghost, featuring lights and audio from the game. May it lead you through the Darkness.
–Letter of Introduction: These worlds were once ours. If you accept your destiny, you will be asked to do the impossible.
–Golden Age Relics, which include a Patch, Sticker, and two Chrome slides of the Traveler
–Guardian Folio, containing:
–“Arms and Armament” Field Guide: Many believe the weapons and armor featured in this record are a myth. -You will learn the truth.
–Postcards from the Golden Age: Our worlds have been claimed by our enemies. Now, it’s time to take them back.
–Antique Star Chart: Explore the wild frontiers of our solar system. Discover all that we have lost.
–Collector’s Edition Digital Content: The City has also provided you with a cache of items to start you on your journey, including:
–A Unique Ghost Casing
–An Exclusive Player Emblem
–An Exclusive Player Ship Skin
-Includes the Destiny Expansion Pass*
Both editions include the Destiny Expansion Pass. Here’s its official description:
Expand your Destiny adventure with brand new story missions, cooperative activities, competitive multiplayer arenas, and all wealth of all new weapons, armor, and gear to earn. The Destiny Expansion Pass includes Destiny Expansion I: “The Dark Below” and Destiny Expansion II: “House of Wolves.” In “The Dark Below,” you’ll discover an ancient tomb has been unsealed. Beneath the surface of the Moon, a dark god has answered centuries of prayer, and a dark army has risen. Explore the true depths of the Hellmouth. Stop the dark Hive ritual and survive.
The pass will cost $39.99 on its own, or $19.99 per expansion.
Bungie has also debuted a new Beta trailer for the game, which is totally awesome. Take a look at the trailer below, and let us know if you’ll be playing the beta!
