30th Anniversary Destiny 2 Game Share

Okay, picture this: it's late 2021, and I’m scrolling through Twitter (as one does) and I see this absolute fire meme about the Gjallarhorn coming back to Destiny 2. I’m hyped. I’m ready. But then I remember... I haven't actually played Destiny 2 in, like, a year. Life, y'know? So, I’m thinking, "Man, it'd be great to blast some Fallen with the Gjallarhorn again," but then the wallet screams. Was it worth buying the 30th Anniversary Pack just for a rocket launcher? The internal struggle was REAL.

Turns out, a lot of people had that same internal struggle. And it brings us to the topic at hand: that slightly-less-than-humble 30th Anniversary Pack for Destiny 2.

Remember the Hype?

Remember the lead-up to it? Bungie promised a return to some older, beloved content. They teased the return of the Gjallarhorn (the aforementioned rocket launcher of legend). There was this whole "retro" vibe going on. They basically knew exactly how to poke the nostalgia nerve of every Destiny 1 veteran. And… they succeeded.

The pack itself dropped, bringing with it the Grasp of Avarice dungeon (which, let's be honest, is amazing) and the Dares of Eternity game show mode (which is… well, it’s a game show!). Plus, all those sweet ornaments and cosmetics.

But here's the thing, and I think a lot of people felt this: it was a bit expensive for what it was. It wasn't a full-blown expansion like, say, Witch Queen. It was more of a… curated collection of content. A very fancy loot box, if you will. I mean, don't get me wrong, the content was good! But the value proposition felt a little… skewed, didn't it?

The Great Gjallarhorn Debate

The Gjallarhorn, specifically, was a huge selling point. This thing was practically a myth in Destiny 1. It dominated everything. Then it went away. And then it came back... locked behind a paywall. The internet understandably had opinions.

Look, I get it. Bungie needs to make money. Developing and maintaining Destiny 2 is a huge undertaking. But locking such an iconic weapon behind a paid content pack definitely felt a little… predatory, especially for those players who were on the fence about jumping back in. (Sound familiar? Probably!)

Is it Worth it Now? (A Late Review)

Fast forward to the present day. The initial hype has died down. The price of the 30th Anniversary Pack is (probably) lower than it was at launch. So, the big question remains: is it worth buying now?

Honestly? It depends. If you're a die-hard Destiny 2 fan and you somehow missed this content, then yeah, go for it. The Grasp of Avarice dungeon is genuinely fantastic, and the Gjallarhorn is still a very solid weapon. You also get some fun cosmetics and that whole Dares of Eternity experience. It's a decent chunk of content.

But if you're a more casual player, or if you're on a tight budget, there are probably better things to spend your money on in Destiny 2. Lightfall is out, and The Final Shape is right around the corner, offering much larger and more impactful content drops. Plus, Bungie constantly releases new seasons with new activities and story content.

Ultimately, the 30th Anniversary Pack is a fun little side adventure in the world of Destiny 2. It's not essential, but it's a nice addition if you're looking for something new to do. Think of it as a sweet treat rather than a full-course meal. I mean, hey, who doesn't like a sweet treat every now and then? (Unless you're on a diet, then maybe skip it. Destiny 2 content is notoriously high in Glimmer.)

So, yeah, that’s my take on the 30th Anniversary Pack, years after the fact. Let me know what you think! Was it worth the money? Or did you feel like Bungie was just trying to squeeze a few extra dollars out of your Guardian-sized pockets?