Destiny 2 fans looking forward to a friendly class rivalry (or anything to do in the game, really) don’t have to wait that long. Guardian Games 2026 is right around the corner, potentially giving you another reason to open the game other than to check the Eververse Bright Dust offerings.
The API hints at two new weapons coming this Guardian Games, in addition to a couple of likely reissues. Here’s when Guardian Games 2026 kicks off in Destiny 2.
When is Guardian Games in Destiny 2?
Guardian Games 2026 is coming on March 24, Bungie confirmed on social media. The studio hasn’t shared actual details about the event at this time, but it’s safe to assume class competition will continue to feature at the heart of the festivities.
This will be the first edition of the Guardian Games since the addition of the maligned Portal in The Edge of Fate, so it’s hard to guess exactly what we’ll get this time. The API hints at a 120rpm Stasis hand cannon called Triple Laureate and a fusion rifle called The Beacon (via light.gg), which might have a hard time luring players back. Perks for unreleased items in the API are always subject to change, particularly when they’re still classified.
The shape of Guardian Games this year is also unknown. Solstice was mostly contained to the then-new Portal, which has largely worn out its welcome since. Festival of the Lost had its own activity, which may be the case for this year’s Guardian Games as well—otherwise, odds are it won’t be enough to populate the Tower.
The last Guardian Games had a boss rush mode, which might be particularly welcome. Court of Blades, one of Heresy’s well-received seasonal activities, also consisted of a boss rush, so Bungie might return to that formula—though everything is speculation until Bungie formally confirms it.
