Summary
A mysterious visual bug that aDestiny 2player recently encountered seems to have turned the game into a cel-shaded comic book as it changed the game’s entire color palette. It is unclear what caused the graphical glitch, but the result givesDestiny 2a huge visual makeover that some might find appealing, even if it was not intentional.
Destiny 2has always had a distinct visual identity, utilizing a combination of futuristic sci-fi elements with its own takes on various fantasy tropes for much of its worldbuilding. That being so, seeing the game in any other style is something a lot of players may never get to see, which makes this newly-discovered glitch all the more interesting.
Reddit user Vascular_D shared a short video of the glitch to the officialDestiny 2subreddit in which their Guardian and their surroundings are lacking most of their color and seemingly cel-shaded. This led to responses in the comments ranging from amusement to lament toward a cut feature fromthe firstDestinygamethat let players equip artifacts that would change the game’s visuals.
Destiny 2 Bug Gives the Game an Accidental Visual Overhaul
The most frequent reaction from fans in the comments was to reference the 80s pop song “Take on Me,” stating that the glitch made the game appear similar to the song’s classic music video. Others compared it to the controversial Nintendo Wii gameMadWorld,which was known for its black-and-white cel-shaded style that contrasted with its intense violence, blood, and gore.
Of course, visual bugs are not uncommon for fans of Bungie’s premiere MMO shooter, as players just recently found amusement ina specific shader for one of the Ghost shells inDestiny 2that was blinding players. It is unclear what may have caused this specific bug to occur, as the player did not share any specific details about how and when it happened, though some suspect it may be a problem on the player’s end instead.
Some fans in the comments expressed concerns that the bug may not be an issue withDestiny 2itself, and rather a hardware issue with the player’s graphics card causing things to render improperly. Whatever the case may be, the glitch provided a chance for players to see whatDestiny 2may have looked likeif it took more notes from theBorderlandsgames, another major player in the looter shooter genre that uses a cel-shaded comic book style.
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Dive into the world of Destiny 2 to explore the mysteries of the solar system and experience responsive first-person shooter combat. Unlock powerful elemental abilities and collect unique gear to customize your Guardian’s look and playstyle. Enjoy Destiny 2’s cinematic story, challenging co-op missions, and a variety of PvP modes alone or with friends. Download for free today and write your legend in the stars.An Immersive StoryYou are a Guardian, defender of the Last City of humanity in a solar system under siege by infamous villains. Look to the stars and stand against the darkness. Your legend begins now.Guardian ClassesChoose from the armored Titan, mystic Warlock, or swift Hunter.
