Destiny 2 Renegades: December Content Calendar Revealed
After months of anticipation from the community, Bungie has finally pulled back the curtain on the opening weeks of Destiny 2’s next major expansion, Renegades. While not the full, year-long roadmap Guardians have been hoping for, a detailed content calendar for the first two weeks of December has been released, providing a tantalizing glimpse into the immediate future of the universe.
This initial schedule is packed with activities designed to kickstart the new era and prepare players for the challenges ahead. The developer had previously promised a comprehensive look at the game's future following the pivotal Ash & Iron update in September, and this calendar serves as the first part of that delivery. For now, players have a clear path for the launch of Renegades, with a more extensive document detailing the seasons ahead slated for release early next year.
The Renegades December Content Calendar: What to Expect at Launch
The newly unveiled calendar maps out a flurry of activity from the moment Renegades goes live. Bungie is clearly focused on a high-tempo launch, giving players immediate goals to chase and new challenges to overcome. Here is a breakdown of what Guardians can expect in the first two weeks.
Week 1: The Renegade Offensive Begins (First Week of December)
- Renegades Expansion Launch: The main event. The new campaign, patrol zone, and a suite of story missions will become available. Players will dive headfirst into the core narrative and begin their power climb.
- New Seasonal Artifact: Guardians will acquire the new seasonal artifact, which will be central to the expansion's progression systems and build-crafting opportunities.
- Two New Strikes: The playlist will be bolstered with two brand-new Strikes integrated directly into the Renegades storyline, offering fresh challenges and expansion-specific loot.
- Updated Loot Pool: Core playlists (Vanguard, Crucible, Gambit) will receive a loot refresh, injecting new Legendary weapons and armor for players to earn.
Week 2: The First True Tests Emerge (Second Week of December)
- New Raid Opens: The pinnacle of the launch content, the new six-player raid, will unlock its doors. World First races will commence as the most dedicated fireteams venture into the unknown to conquer its mechanics.
- First Iron Banner of the Season: Lord Saladin returns with the first Iron Banner of the Renegades era. This will be the first opportunity for players to test their new gear in a power-enabled Crucible environment.
- Exotic Quest Introduction: A new, mysterious quest will appear, setting players on the path to earning one of the expansion's flagship Exotic weapons.
This initial two-week schedule provides a strong and focused start, ensuring players have a clear progression path from campaign completion to endgame-ready activities.
The Wait for the Full Roadmap Continues
While the December calendar is a welcome sight, it represents only a fraction of the content planned for the Renegades year. The community has been vocal about its desire for a long-term vision, similar to roadmaps provided in previous years that outlined multiple seasons, sandbox updates, and planned events.
Bungie has acknowledged this feedback, confirming that a more comprehensive document is in the works. This future roadmap is expected to detail the structure of the seasons following the launch of Renegades, giving players insight into the narrative arcs, gameplay features, and quality-of-life updates planned for 2024. The decision to release a short-term calendar first appears to be a strategy to manage expectations and provide immediate, actionable information while finalizing the longer-term plans.
What This Means for Guardians
This content calendar provides clarity and excitement for the immediate future. Players can now plan their schedules, assemble their fireteams for the raid, and set their sights on the new loot. The structure allows for a natural flow, from engaging with the story to gearing up for the pinnacle endgame.
The delay of the full roadmap, however, leaves some long-term questions unanswered. Players are still eager to learn about the seasonal model for the year, how major events like The Dawning or Guardian Games will be integrated, and when to expect major sandbox tuning passes. For now, the focus is squarely on the launch of Renegades, and this calendar gives everyone more than enough to look forward to in December.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the release date for the Destiny 2: Renegades expansion?
While a specific day has not been announced, the content calendar confirms that the Renegades expansion will launch in the first week of December.
Is this the complete roadmap for the Renegades expansion?
No, this is a content calendar detailing only the first two weeks of the expansion. Bungie has stated that a more comprehensive, long-term roadmap will be released early next year.
When will the new raid in the Renegades expansion be released?
The new six-player raid is scheduled to go live during the second week of the expansion's launch in December.