Classic Weapon Returns in Destiny 2's Episode: Heresy

Destiny 2 enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement over the potential return of the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome, with the upcoming launch of Episode: Heresy in February. This speculation stems from a cryptic tweet from the Destiny 2 team's official Twitter account, which fans quickly identified as a palindrome—a nod to the weapon's name. As Destiny 2 faces one of its lowest points in player count and retention, the community is hopeful that Episode: Heresy will be a game-changer, revitalizing interest before the next major content drop, Codename: Frontiers, later this year.

With the conclusion of Episode: Revenant on the horizon, Bungie has already begun teasing the next big update. Episode: Revenant, unfortunately, fell short of expectations, receiving criticism for its narrative and gameplay, which left many players disengaged. However, it did bring back some beloved weapons, including the iconic Icebreaker exotic sniper rifle from the original Destiny, offering a glimmer of hope for fans.

Looking ahead, Episode: Heresy, set to launch on February 4, promises to reintroduce more classic weapons, with The Palindrome at the forefront of fan speculation. Although not officially confirmed, the palindromic tweet has fueled hopes that this legendary hand cannon will make a triumphant return to Destiny 2.

The Return of The Palindrome Should Be a More Triumphant One This Time

This isn't the first time The Palindrome has been available in Destiny 2, but it has been absent since the 2022 release of The Witch Queen expansion. Historically a dominant force in PvP, its recent iterations have disappointed due to less desirable perk selections. Fans are eagerly anticipating a revamped version of The Palindrome with more competitive, "meta" perks that could reignite its former glory.

While details about Episode: Heresy remain scarce, it's known to focus on the Hive and the Dreadnought, elements that resonate deeply with long-time players from the original game. As the release date approaches, Bungie is expected to unveil more about the reintroduction of fan-favorite weapons, further stoking the community's anticipation.