NetEase’s upcoming mobile RPG Destiny: Rising, created under Bungie’s license, is set to debut in under two weeks. Initially revealed in late 2024, anticipation for the title has skyrocketed, with the studio now announcing that pre-launch sign-ups have surpassed 10 million globally. Alongside this milestone, a fresh gameplay trailer highlights Gwynn the Reaper, an original combatant set to join the roster at release.

The surge in pre-registrations not only marks a triumph for NetEase but also unlocks exclusive in-game rewards. Community-driven targets included tiered bonuses, culminating in a rare cosmetic enhancement for all players once the 10-million threshold was met. However, this success casts a shadow on Bungie’s recent struggles, as their flagship franchise faces dwindling momentum.

While NetEase celebrates, Bungie grapples with revitalizing interest in Marathon amid a plagiarism controversy and lukewarm reception to Destiny 2: Edge of Fate. The latter expansion’s muted reception highlights the growing disconnect between developer and audience excitement.

With Destiny: Rising poised to dominate app stores alongside NetEase’s competitor-driven superhero title Marvel Rivals, the publisher strengthens its foothold in live-service gaming. Bungie, meanwhile, faces pressure to reignite its creative spark before year’s end.