How Much Money Did Destiny 2 Make? A Breakdown of the Numbers
Destiny 2’s release earlier this week was a monumental event in the world of gaming, and Activision Blizzard saw huge success as well.
In fact, Destiny 2 broke the record for having the biggest launch weekend of 2017, with over $500 million in sales according to Game spot.
This number even surpassed Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare’s record opening of $550 million last year. So what does all this mean?
What is Destiny 2
Destiny 2 is a first-person shooter video game developed by Bungie and published by Activision.
It was released worldwide for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on September 6, 2017. It is the sequel to 2014’s Destiny and its subsequent expansions. Set in a mythic science fiction world, the game features a multiplayer shared-world environment with elements of role-playing games.
Like the original, activities in Destiny 2 are divided among player versus environment (PvE) and player versus player (PvP) game types.
Why Is Destiny 2 The Biggest Game Launch Ever
The launch of Destiny 2 has been nothing short of a phenomenon. The game has shattered records, becoming the biggest game launch ever.
So how much money did it make? Let’s take a look at the numbers. It is estimated that over 500 million hours have been spent playing the game since its release on September 6th, 2017.
Bungie themselves reported that gamers have logged an average of three hours per day in-game, with an average playtime clocking in at about five hours per day for diehard players.
What are Other Major Video Game Launches Worth?
It’s no secret that video games are a big business. In fact, they’re one of the most popular forms of entertainment in the world. And with good reason! Games are a great way to unwind, have fun, and challenge yourself.
But have you ever wondered just how much money your favorite games are making? Let’s take a look at some of the biggest video game launches in recent years and see how they stack up.
What are the Sales Estimates For Destiny 2
Sales estimates for Destiny 2 vary depending on the source, but most place the game’s launch sales somewhere between $500 million and $650 million.