Miss Out On ‘Destiny’? It Now Has A Free Trial!

Briefly: If you haven’t yet jumped into Bungie and Activision’s Destiny, you now have one less excuse not to play it: The publisher has just detailed a trial version of what may be this year’s most addictive shooter (which still has a ton of issues which we totally go into on Geekscape Games… yep, shameless plug).

The free version (which is called a trial on PS4/Xbox One and demo on PS3/Xbox 360) is available today, and Bungie has answered any questions that players may have (mostly regarding character progression) via their latest blog post:

When I’m ready to buy the full game, will my character progression be transferred?
Yes, assuming you purchase the full retail copy of Destiny on the same console platform family you played the Destiny Trial or Demo on. For example, you may not transfer your progress from the Destiny Demo on Xbox 360 to the full retail version of Destiny on PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 3.

Progress is always shared automatically within the same console family on the Destiny servers. No action on your part is required.

 

How do I upgrade to the full game?
The Destiny Trial on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One can be upgraded via the in game menu. You will not be required to download the full retail game or purchase a disc.

To get the full version of Destiny on PlayStation 3 or Xbox 360, purchase Destiny from your local retailer, the Xbox Store, or the Playstation Store. Once you have launched the full version of Destiny, and confirmed that your existing character progression can be selected, you may delete the Destiny Demo file, as you will no longer require it.

The demo/trial offers “a sampling of character creation and progression, story mission content, along with cooperative and social activities.” Not bad for free, and a great way for Activision to sell a ton of copies this holiday season. Will you be checking out the trial? Or are you already well versed in Destiny and it’s wonderful (hah) Grimoire?

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