Edge of Fate is almost here!
Destiny 2’s next expansion, The Edge of Fate, releases on July 15, and Bungie has recently confirmed all the important launch details. From preload times to file size, here is everything you should know before the update goes live.
When Can You Preload
- PlayStation & Xbox: Preload starts today, July 13, at 6 AM PDT, as long as auto-updates are turned on.
- Steam, Epic Games, and Microsoft Store: Preload becomes available tomorrow, July 15, at 6 AM PDT, when maintenance begins.
Once the servers come back online later that day, the expansion should be fully playable.
File Size and Required Space
This is one of Destiny 2’s largest updates to date. You may need to clear a lot of storage, especially on Steam or PS4:
| Platform | Download Size | Free Space Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Playstation 5 | ~155 GB | 155 GB |
| Playstation 4 | ~150 GB | ~320 GB |
| Xbox Series X|S | ~149 GB | 149 GB |
| Xbox One | ~140 GB | 140 GB |
| Steam | ~148 GB | Up to 332 GB |
| Epic Games Store | ~183 GB | Up to 330 GB |
Steam and PS4 users might need over 300 GB of free space due to how preload files are unpacked during installation.
What Is Included in Edge of Fate?
Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate continues the story into Year 8 with new systems, locations, and gear. Here is a quick overview of confirmed features:
- A new campaign based around the Nine and the Kepler destination
- UI and movement improvements
- Armor 3.0 and full weapon tier rework
- New exotics and sandbox tuning
- New raid (The Desert Perpetual), releasing July 19
Where the Story Left Off
Edge of Fate picks up right after the events of The Final Shape. With the Witness defeated and the Traveler no longer silent, the universe is starting to change. The Guardians are now facing a strange new frontier tied to the Nine, which are mysterious cosmic beings that have been pulling strings behind the scenes for years.
Tensions are rising between Light and Dark forces still lingering after the battle, and the new expansion is expected to explore what comes next for the Vanguard and the delicate balance left in the aftermath of the war.
Quick Checklist Before Launch
- Preload early if your platform supports it
- Clear extra space to avoid install issues
- Expect some downtime or queues when servers return!
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