Destiny 2 enthusiasts are buzzing with excitement over the potential return of the legendary hand cannon, The Palindrome, which is speculated to coincide with the launch of Episode: Heresy in February. This speculation stems from a cryptic tweet posted by the Destiny 2 team's official Twitter account. As the game has recently experienced a significant dip in player count and retention, fans are optimistic that Episode: Heresy could be the much-needed revitalization ahead of the next major content drop, Codename: Frontiers, later this year.
With the conclusion of Episode: Revenant on the horizon, Bungie has already started to tease the next episode. Episode: Revenant received mixed reviews, with the community expressing dissatisfaction with its narrative and gameplay content, which failed to captivate players. However, it did bring back beloved weapons, including the iconic Icebreaker exotic sniper rifle, a fan-favorite from the original Destiny.
Looking ahead, Episode: Heresy, scheduled for release on February 4, is poised to reintroduce more classic weapons, including The Palindrome. The recent tweet, which turned out to be a palindrome, has fueled speculation that this legendary hand cannon, a staple since the first Destiny, will make a comeback. While not officially confirmed, the community is abuzz with anticipation.
The Palindrome has been absent from Destiny 2 since the release of The Witch Queen expansion in 2022. Historically, it has been a dominant force in PvP, but its previous iterations in Destiny 2 disappointed fans due to lackluster perk selections. This time around, the community hopes for a version of The Palindrome equipped with more competitive, meta-relevant perks.
While details about Episode: Heresy remain scarce, it's known to focus on the Hive and the Dreadnought, elements that resonate deeply with fans of 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 excitement and anticipation for what lies ahead.