Which edition of Destiny 2: The Witch Queen should you buy? (2024)

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Find out which edition of Destiny 2: The Which Queen you should buy to get every bit of content for the next year.

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Knowing what to buy in Destiny 2 is a daunting task for the average person. I recently had a friend join the game and knowing what he needed to buy to get access to every weapon or mission was ridiculous. If you’re a hardcore Guardian and just want to own it all, this guide will help you choose the perfect edition of The Witch Queen.

Once your pre-order is sorted, check out everything leaving Destiny 2 with The Witch Queen. Get everything on the list before it's gone!

The Witch Queen pre-order guide

There are four editions of The Witch Queen for players to choose from. These include the Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition, Deluxe Edition 30th Anniversary Bundle, and the Collector's Edition. Choosing the right bundle for you will depend on how much money you can spend and how much content you want available.

The Witch Queen Standard Edition

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The Standard Edition of Destiny 2: The Witch Queen includes the following:

  • New Campaign
  • Weapon Crafting
  • New Glaive Weapon Archetype
  • New Raid
  • Exotic Gear
  • New 6-player Activity

Pre-Order instant unlocks:

  • Throne World Exotic Ghost Shell
  • The Enigma Exotic Emote
  • Legendary Emblem

The Witch Queen Deluxe Edition

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  • New Campaign
  • Weapon Crafting
  • New Glaive Weapon Archetype
  • New Raid
  • Exotic Gear
  • New 6-player Activity

Pre-Order instant unlocks:

  • Throne World Exotic Ghost Shell
  • The Enigma Exotic Emote
  • Legendary Emblem

Deluxe Edition:

  • Exotic SMG, Catalyst, and Ornament
  • Access to Seasons 16, 17, 18, and 19
  • 2 Dungeons Released in Year 5
  • Throne World Exotic Sparrow

The Witch Queen Deluxe Edition 30th Anniversary Bundle

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  • New Campaign
  • Weapon Crafting
  • New Glaive Weapon Archetype
  • New Raid
  • Exotic Gear
  • New 6-player Activity

Pre-Order instant unlocks:

  • Throne World Exotic Ghost Shell
  • The Enigma Exotic Emote
  • Legendary Emblem

Deluxe Edition:

  • Exotic SMG, Catalyst, and Ornament
  • Access to Seasons 16, 17, 18, and 19
  • 2 Dungeons Released in Year 5
  • Throne World Exotic Sparrow

30th Anniversary Pack:

  • New Dungeon
  • Gjallarhorn Exotic Rocket Launcher, Catalyst, and Ornament
  • New Weapons Inspired by Past Bungie Worlds
  • Thorn Armor Set
  • Bungie Streetwear Ornament Set
  • Marathon Themed Ornament Set
  • Unique Helmet Ornament
  • Exotic Sparrows
  • Exotic Ship
  • Emblems, Shaders, Emotes, and More

The Witch Queen Collector's Edition (Sold out)

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  • All Standard EditionContent
  • All Deluxe Edition + 30th Anniversary Content
  • Soundtrack for Destiny 2: The Witch Queen
  • Psychometer Decoder
  • Hive Ghost Shell
  • Dossier Lore Book
  • ID Badge
  • Lenticular Reveal Card
  • Weapon Schematic Poster

Which edition should you buy?

If money isn’t an issue and you know you’re all in on Destiny 2, my suggestion would be to purchase the Deluxe Edition 30th Anniversary Bundle. This will give you all content (probably) throughout the entirety of 2022. This gets you all the season passes, both new dungeons, access to the 30th Anniversary Bundle, and The Witch Queen. I’m certain Bungie will find a new way to charge more for Destiny 2 in 2022, but as of right now, The Witch Queen Deluxe Edition 30th Anniversary Bundle gets you everything you need.

On the other hand, if you want to play it by ear and go step by step, you’re fine to start off by purchasing the 30th Anniversary Pack when the time comes, then The Witch Queen later, and then each season pass and dungeon as they release. This is responsible consumer behavior and I applaud you for it, but I pre-ordered the edition that washes your car and paints your fence for you, as one does.

Where to buy Destiny 2: The Witch Queen?

You can buy Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, the 30th Anniversary Pack, and all other available content from Bungie's website directly. Click on the edition that you want and it will direct you to the store for your specific platform. This would be a much easier way to find the edition that you want without having to navigate a third-party digital storefront.

Should you pre-order?

This is down to your preference. Of course, pre-ordering gets you some stuff. The Throne World Exotic Ghost Shell, The Enigma Exotic Emote, and a Legendary Emblem are all yours if you pre-order right now or any time leading up to the 30th Anniversary event. If those things matter to you, go ahead. Most of us are all in on Destiny 2 and know we’re going to buy this stuff either way, so ordering it now doesn’t really make much of a difference.

Now that you know all the details of Destiny 2: The Witch Queen and the 30th Anniversary Pack, you can decide which edition to buy to best suit your needs and prepare for its release on February 22, 2022. If you’d like to read more about Destiny 2 while you wait for the new content to drop, you can do so at our Destiny 2 strategy guide.

Bill Lavoy

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    October 26, 2021 10:00 AM

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      October 26, 2021 10:54 AM

      30th Anniversary pack: $24.99
      The Witch Queen: $39.99
      The Witch Queen Deluxe: $79.99
      The Witch Queen Deluxe + 30th: $99.99

    • MacemanInTWWhich edition of Destiny 2: The Witch Queen should you buy? (12)

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      October 26, 2021 3:47 PM

      I went big and dumb.

    • animalWhich edition of Destiny 2: The Witch Queen should you buy? (13)Which edition of Destiny 2: The Witch Queen should you buy? (14)

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      February 7, 2022 1:06 PM

      Since Sony has their back now, I wonder if Bungie might undo the "Delete Content ? [Y/n]" from December 2021.

Which edition of Destiny 2: The Witch Queen should you buy? (2024)

FAQs

Should I buy Destiny 2 Witch Queen Deluxe Edition? ›

The add-on also introduces a new type of weapon and a previously unavailable crafting system. So if you're a fan of Destiny 2, you definitely want to check out Deluxe Edition. It's gonna give you so much extra stuff to play with, and it's gonna make you feel like a total badass while you're doing it.

Should I buy Witch Queen after Lightfall? ›

Start with that one, then "Witch Queen", then "Light Fall". Makes sense to play in the order they released; may help make sense of the story progression and when you eventually get to Light Fall it might be on sale. ;) I would say wait for Lightfall.

Is Destiny 2 Witch Queen DLC worth it? ›

The Taken King and Forsaken are better "DLC's" overall (a lot more content and significant changes) but the Witch Queen is worth it for the story alone imo. A few "earth s***tering" revelations. Play through the campaign solo on Legendary btw, it's a fantastic experience.

Is Destiny 2 Witch Queen legendary campaign worth it? ›

With that said, WQ is the best campaign that Destiny ever got, so its really worth considering playing it in whichever way you find to be the most fun for the first playthrough. Do not claim an exotic reward if you haven't obtained it from a legend lost sector or vex Incursion public event first.

Does Witch Queen Deluxe include all seasons? ›

Description. The Deluxe Edition includes Seasons 16-19, two Year-5 Dungeons, an Exotic SMG, catalyst, ornament, and an Exotic Sparrow.

What does The Witch Queen Standard Edition include? ›

The Witch Queen is a paid expansion for Destiny 2. The cost for the Standard Edition is $39.99, which includes access to The Witch Queen Campaign, a new Raid, and Exotic Weapons and Armor.

Do I need to complete witch queen before Lightfall? ›

Get Up-To-Date With The Witch Queen Campaign

While it is not strictly essential for progress purposes, players will have a better understanding of the events prior to the Guardian's journey to Neptune and The Witness' advance against humanity.

How to get Lightfall for free? ›

Only PlayStation Plus members will also get to access Lightfall for free, with Destiny 2: Lightfall included as one of May's free monthly games on PS4 and PS5. It's a lot of content to play through in a month, so players will have to pick and choose which parts of each expansion they want to get sucked into.

Is Lightfall DLC worth it? ›

Thankfully, overall quality of life improvements and the rock solid bones of the gameplay save the package as a whole. If you're after more Destiny 2, Lightfall is certainly that, but as the most expensive expansion yet ($100 USD with the annual pass), I expected to have my hair blown back a bit more.

Which Destiny 2 expansions are worth buying? ›

The Legacy Collection includes three of the major expansions: Shadowkeep, Beyond Light, and The Witch Queen. This is a great bundle that you should pick up – especially if it's on sale. The Witch Queen is a high point in Destiny 2's storytelling and it includes one of the best raids ever released: Vow of the Disciple.

Is Destiny 2 Witch Queen good for beginners? ›

Offering nothing in terms of a story explainer, Witch Queen throws players into the deep end immediately, assuming they know everything about the game from the get-go. For a new player, it's about as bad an introduction as you can get.

Can you play The Witch Queen solo? ›

More than anything, though, taking on the Legendary campaign solo makes the stakes of The Witch Queen's story feel real. When characters talk about what a major problem it is that Hive enemies are now wielding Light abilities, you take it seriously--you've fought those guys.

What do you get for beating Witch Queen DLC? ›

Completing the entire Destiny 2: Witch Queen Legendary campaign gives the following rewards: 1520 Power level gear set (20 above the 1500 soft cap, 30 below the 1550 Power cap) Triumph required for completing the Throne World's seal / title. Exclusive emblem (claimed from the Triumph)

Do you get an exotic at the end of Witch Queen? ›

Once you beat the Legendary campaign, Ikora will offer you a choice of one of the two new exotics. If you can exit out, select neither of them. If you can't (I'm not sure if you need to pick one to officially finish the story quest), then pick the one that you want less.

What is the difference between Destiny 2 and The Witch Queen? ›

It features the same story as the original, but accounts for differences in Destiny 2, such as gameplay mechanics and Champion enemies, as well as a new starting instance to replace the absent Dreadnaught destination that had been present in The Taken King (players begin the raid in the Court of Oryx area like the ...

What bundle to buy for Destiny 2? ›

The Legacy Collection includes three of the major expansions: Shadowkeep, Beyond Light, and The Witch Queen. This is a great bundle that you should pick up – especially if it's on sale. The Witch Queen is a high point in Destiny 2's storytelling and it includes one of the best raids ever released: Vow of the Disciple.

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