HIGHLIGHTS
- Echoes Act 1 for Destiny 2 season will start on June 11, 2024 due to the delay in Final Shape to June 4, 2024.
- Echoes Act 1 will run for a total of 18 weeks with a seasonal progression system.
- Players can’t complete the “Thwart the Final Shape” objective until the season starts.
In Destiny 2, Echoes Act 1 is part of the seasonal content, the latest updates or quests related to The Final Shape.
Players pursue the Witness to thwart the Final Shape’s plans and the ongoing War of Light and Darkness.
Furthermore, players can expect new activities, challenges, and missions as part of Echoes Act 1.
Echoes Season Act 1 In Destiny 2
Echoes Act 1 for Destiny 2 season will be released on June 11th, 2024. It will be available after the weekly reset, typically occurring on Tuesdays at 10 AM PT/12 PM ET/5 PM BST.
Echoes Act 1 will run for a total of 18 weeks, after which it will transition to the next episode in the series.
The release of the episodes Echoes, Heresy, and Revenant was postponed due to the delay in Final Shape to June 4, 2024. However, they were scheduled for March, July, and November 2024.
Season passes for rewards and artifacts will be included. When purchasing the standard version, you’ll only have the first episode, while you should buy the other two separately.
Further, Echoes Act 1 will feature a seasonal progression system as usual. Players can earn ranks and rewards after completing specific objectives.
If you are stuck on a few missions, for instance, A Familiar Voice, where you are assigned to thwart the Finals shape, you can only start the season on June 11.
Linear Campaign Progression
There is a linear progression through the campaign, which begins with a series of missions and story beats.
This linear path will introduce the narrative and mechanics of “Echoes Act 1” in a balanced environment.
Further, players can explore new locations within the game world, each with its own set of challenges and secrets to uncover.
New Activities And Challenges
Echoes Act 1 will introduce fresh activities ranging from public events and strikes.
With new activities, players can expect to face tougher enemies and complex puzzles that will test their skills and strategic thinking.
Nevertheless, there’s a new enemy species, The Dread; players will need to develop new strategies to defeat it.
In this act, players can also engage in various quests, including Beginning of the End, Birds of Feather, and Pathfinder.
Rewards
As players complete activities, challenges, and missions, they will earn rewards such as Red Death Reformed, Small Fireteam XP Boost, The Final Slice Finisher, and more.
These rewards are meant to enhance the player’s arsenal and provide customization and personalization options.
The Artifact for Echoes Act 1 includes a selection of 25 perks, offering passive benefits that are always active, even in PvP.
A new artifact will also be available, offering a selection of mods that players can unlock and equip.
These mods will provide various gameplay benefits and allow for deeper customization of abilities and playstyles.