Destiny 2 : A massive crafting glitch has turned the game upside down

In the world of Destiny 2, a massive crafting glitch has turned the game upside down

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But as Destiny 2 developers, Bungie, rushed to fix this crafting glitch, another challenge arose

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Within the Destiny 2 community, a heated debate ensued - fun vs. fair competition

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However, Bungie clarified that the errors were the result of DDoS attacks

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As Bungie battles these challenges, Destiny's epic saga marches on

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The saga's conclusion, 'The Final Shape,' arrives on February 27, 2024

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Destiny 2 continues to evolve, with new adventures on the horizon

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Stay tuned for more updates from the Destiny universe

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