NetEase Games Announces Destiny: Rising, a Free-to-Play Sci-Fi Shooter
NetEase Games has recently unveiled Destiny: Rising, a new free-to-play sci-fi shooter set in the captivating world of the Destiny franchise. This highly anticipated game is specifically designed for mobile devices and is gearing up for its first closed alpha test in November.
An Intriguing New Direction for the Destiny Universe
Destiny: Rising takes players on a thrilling journey through an alternate version of the Destiny universe, set at the end of the mysterious Dark Age. Humans are recovering from a devastating alien invasion that nearly wiped out their species, showcasing a unique and intriguing storyline.
New Generation of Lightbearers
In this game, players will follow a fresh generation of Lightbearers, the iconic heroes from Destiny and Destiny 2, accompanied by robotic Ghosts. With gameplay that switches between traditional first-person and innovative third-person perspectives, and the option for controller support in addition to touchscreen controls, players will have a dynamic gaming experience.
Diverse Characters and Gameplay Modes
Players can choose from a variety of unique characters, each with their own special abilities, personalities, and backgrounds. Some characters will be familiar to seasoned Destiny fans, while others will be brand new additions. Aside from engaging single player gameplay, the game will also offer various competitive and cooperative modes, including some familiar from previous Destiny titles and others that promise fresh experiences.
Officially Licensed by Bungie
Destiny: Rising is an officially licensed game by Bungie. Ethan Wang, senior vice president at NetEase, expressed the company’s excitement to partner with Bungie and bring a top-tier Destiny experience to mobile devices. The game is a testament to the dedication of the global Destiny fanbase and the passion of the development team.
Terry Redfield, creative lead at Bungie, shared his enthusiasm for mobile gamers to explore this new iteration of the Destiny universe crafted by the talented team at NetEase.
The closed alpha test for Destiny: Rising is scheduled to commence on November 1. Players interested in participating in this exclusive testing phase can sign up on the game’s official website.