Bungie will be retiring its current online store for Bungie and Destiny merchandise on October 19, the company announced. This move comes as Bungie is "building a new home for our merchandise that's more aligned with our current goals and vision."
This decision follows a period of significant change for Bungie, including the recent decision to reverse a planned shift towards a maintenance mode for Destiny 2, following a strong negative reaction from the player base. The company had previously announced that vaulted content would return to the game, emphasizing Destiny's foundational role in their future.
The closure of the merchandise store at this juncture, particularly as Destiny 2 sees renewed focus, has drawn some commentary. The existing Marathon storefront, operating on a separate subdomain, will remain online during the transition.
Speculation suggests the new Bungie store might be integrated into Sony's platform, following Bungie's acquisition by Sony. Such a move could potentially lead to consolidated shipping options or, conversely, a more curated selection of merchandise. For now, the exact nature of the new storefront remains undetermined.
Until the current store's closure on October 19, digital downloads and emblem codes will remain accessible through the existing platform until December 31.