Destiny 2 players are increasingly returning to The Division 2 following Bungie's decision to end regular updates for its long running looter shooter.

Bungie announced in late May that Destiny 2 would no longer receive new updates or patches after the Monument of Triumph release on June 9.
The decision also resulted in the cancellation of the previously planned Shattered Cycle expansion, effectively marking the end of Destiny 2's ongoing development.

Although Monument of Triumph introduced plenty of new content and items to pursue, the lack of future updates is expected to make the game feel increasingly stale for players who have already experienced much of its available content. This has encouraged both regular players and Destiny 2 content creators to explore other actively supported games.

The Division 2 has emerged as one of the most appealing alternatives. Destiny 2 creators including Mactics and Rick Kackis have started returning to Ubisoft's looter shooter, bringing their communities along with them.

The two games share several important gameplay elements. The Division 2 features extensive character builds, challenging endgame activities, cooperative and solo content, large areas to explore, and a wide selection of weapons. These similarities make it a natural choice for Destiny 2 players searching for another game that can provide a comparable experience.

Another major advantage is continued support from Ubisoft. While The Division 2 does not maintain the same player numbers as Destiny 2, it continues to receive updates and remains an active live service title.

The Division 2 has also recently experienced a noticeable increase in activity on Steam. Its average player count over the previous 30 days was slightly above 4,000, while the number reached approximately 7,785 players during the last 24 hours.

Destiny 2 remains considerably larger, with around 40,000 daily players on Steam. The game also reached a new Steam peak following the release of Monument of Triumph, marking its highest player count since The Final Shape launched in June 2024.

Meanwhile, Bungie's remaining title Marathon recorded a peak of around 4,107 players during the last 24 hours. The numbers highlight why The Division 2 is becoming an attractive destination for Destiny 2 players seeking a more established and actively supported alternative.

The transition also represents something of a full circle moment. When Destiny 2 launched in 2017, some players from The Division moved to Bungie's game. Now, with Destiny 2 entering a period without new content, some of those players are heading back to Ubisoft's looter shooter.

For content creators such as Mactics and Rick Kackis, continuing to rely exclusively on Destiny 2 content could become increasingly difficult without a steady stream of new updates. Moving toward games that continue receiving support could therefore become an important part of maintaining their audiences.