Get ready, Guardians, to unravel the secrets of Destiny 2: Lightfall. This expansion introduces a host of fresh features and gameplay options, including Strand and Loadouts. Strand is a new elemental power added to the already impressive elemental power lineup of Void, Arc, Solar, and Stasis. As with previous additions, Strand promises to provide players with thrilling new abilities and powers to reign supreme on the battlefield. It also provides fresh twists to revolutionize how Guardians approach traversal and combat.
Destiny 2: Lightfall is developed and published by Bungie, Inc. Lightfall was released on February 28, 2023, across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 4 and 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. It’s a first-person shooter/action role-playing game. The game can be played solo, co-op, or competitively.
Destiny 2: Lightfall is a paid downloadable content (DLC) with various versions of the expansion available. The standard version costs $49.99 and includes access to Season 20, while the Digital Deluxe Edition will cost you $99.99 and offers the Lightfall Annual Pass, providing access to all four seasons of Year 6 (Seasons 20-23), the Lightfall Dungeon Key, granting access to two dungeons to be released in Seasons 21 and 23, respectively, and additional in-game items.
Lightfall is also known as the Year 6 Expansion because Destiny 2 is in its sixth year of gameplay. It all started with Destiny 2 (2017), then came Destiny 2: Forsaken (Year 2 Expansion / 2018), Destiny 2: Shadowkeep (Year 3 Expansion / 2019), Destiny 2: Beyond Light (Year 4 Expansion / 2020), Destiny 2: The Witch Queen (Year 5 Expansion / 2022), and that brings us to the current expansion; Destiny 2: Lightfall (Year 6 Expansion / 2023).
BenQ sent Projector Reviews demo samples of the TK700 and X3000i console gaming projectors.
BenQ provided Projector Reviews with demo samples of the X3000i and TK700 gaming projectors for our monthly Best Games To Play On A Projector articles. It's worth noting that I spent over 524 hours using the BenQ TK700, with most of that time spent gaming on my PS5. This experience has provided me with valuable insights on gaming with a projector and a large projector screen, and I feel confident in my ability to articulate what it's like.
Destiny 2: Lightfall is a perfect match for the BenQ TK700 gaming projector I used for this article.
For this article on gaming with a projector, I used the BenQ TK700 4K HDR Gaming Projector, connecting it to my PS5 using a 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 cable. The projected image was displayed on a 100-inch (16:9) Elite Screens Aeon Series fixed frame projection screen, equipped with Elite's Edge Free technology and CineWhite UHD-B screen material. The CineWhite UHD-B (Tensioned Matte White) is a front projection screen material with a 1.3 gain and flexible design, certified by ISF for its accurate color reproduction and image fidelity.
Destiny 2: Lightfall and the BenQ TK700 both had HDR setting options.
Equipped with a picture mode preset called HDR Game mode, the TK700 is optimized for action and fast-paced games such as Destiny 2: Lightfall. This preset includes audio, visual, and optimized latency settings designed to enhance the gaming experience. In addition, the projector's HDR rendering capabilities provided improved color definition, resulting in greater image fidelity.
By switching the TK700's picture mode from HDR10 to HDR Game, you can access the Game Settings menu and toggle the Fast Mode feature on or off. With Fast Mode enabled, the TK700 minimizes the response time between the input source and the displayed image, resulting in a faster, more responsive gaming experience.
Low input lag ensures that your actions in-game are quickly and accurately translated onto the screen, providing a seamless and immersive gaming experience. For example, the TK700 gaming projector I used boasts an input lag of 4.16ms in 1080p@240Hz, 8ms in 1080p@120Hz, and 16.67ms in 4K@60Hz. This low input lag, coupled with a large projector screen, can give gamers a competitive edge over their adversaries in games like Destiny 2: Lightfall.
Having a quality audio setup or headphones enables you to discern the direction of approaching footsteps with greater accuracy.
Destiny 2: Lightfall delivers on the game audio quality front, as one would expect from Bungie, Inc. The game's audio features realistic weapon shots and explosions. You can even hear the subtle sounds of footsteps. Having a high-quality audio setup is crucial for this game, as directional sound plays a significant role in gameplay.
Some projectors, like the TK700, have enhanced audio capabilities for those who want to improve their audio further. For example, the TK700 has Audio Return+, which includes an HDMI 2 port with eARC, enabling 7.1 channels and Dolby Atmos audio pass-through. This feature transmits the original full-resolution audio signal to the sound system via a single HDMI cable, allowing gamers to take full advantage of the cinematic audio built into modern games.
DESTINY 2: LIGHTFALL GAMEPLAY
Lightfall is an exciting and ambitious new expansion that marks the second-to-last chapter in Destiny's thrilling Light and Dark saga. In this brand-new campaign, players face off against Calus and the Shadow Legion as they work to liberate the vibrant neon metropolis of Neomuna from their grasp of evil.
The Witness and his pyramid fleet.
Lightfall begins with a bang as the Witness and his pyramid fleet arrive at Earth in a thrilling opening cinematic that sets the stage for an epic and ominous story. However, despite this impressive introduction, the narrative of the expansion feels largely insignificant, with many important developments left unexplained and thus lacking in impact. As a result, the weight of these events is diminished, and for me, the overall story falls short of its potential.
Choose to play as a Titan, Hunter, or Warlock.
While I found the narrative lacking, I found the Guardian classes and gameplay exciting! The gameplay alone was enough excitement to keep me coming back for more and more game time. Regarding Guardians, you can choose a Titan, Hunter, or Warlock. I put in over 12 hours as a Warlock and then switched to a Titan to experience different classes of Guardians.
The missions in Lightfall guide players through the stunningly designed Neomuna, an exquisite neon-lit setting unlike any other encountered in Destiny before. The zone boasts impressive design, with numerous captivating sub-areas to explore and tightly packed enemy encounters to overcome. Neomuna is also where you will find the Strand, so go to Neomuna as soon as possible.
The frenzied gameplay is an absolute thrill, with new challenges and layouts constantly testing players' skills and strategies. Overall, I found that Neomuna is an incredibly enjoyable location that adds an exciting and unique element to the game.
Target acquisition and quick reactions are essential to success in almost every aspect of Destiny 2: Lightfall, making it an intense test of players' reflexes. To achieve victory, a low input lag system is crucial; there's no way around it. I played 4K@60Hz and enjoyed the BenQ’s 16.67ms input lag. Pulling the trigger on my PS5 controller and seeing the corresponding action on screen was so fast that I never had to worry about being outgunned when caught off guard.
As soon as I recognized a threat, I was able to react quickly and decisively, immediately taking down my target. Without a low input lag projector, monitor, or TV, it is unlikely that players will survive long or even have fun with the intense gameplay of Destiny 2: Lightfall.
You have countless Kinetic, Energy, and Power weapons to utilize as you play Lighgtfall. From submachine guns to linear fusion rifles and from swords to grenade launchers, there’s a little something for every gamer’s play style. Also, If you don’t like the way the weapon looks, no problem, go into Weapon Cosmetics and change the way the weapon looks.
You can do the same for your Guardian’s armor; change it if you don’t like it. Almost everything is customizable in Lightfall. Your Ghost, vehicles, and airships…it’s all customizable. What is a “Ghost” in Destiny 2, you ask? A Ghost is a small artificial intelligence companion that assists your Guardian in various ways, such as providing information about the game world, reviving players when they die, and detecting resources and treasures. The Ghosts are an essential part of the game's lore.
As you progress through the game and rank up, you can earn powerful upgrades, weapons, and armor. However, it’s important not to get too attached to any particular item, as there's always something better waiting around the corner.
The reticle on my sniper rifle scope was an impressive 49 inches!
A key aspect of Destiny 2: Lightfall is the ability to quickly identify and target your enemies while using the environment for cover and concealment. The clearer and more visible your enemies and surroundings are, the easier it is to take effective action. If this sounds appealing to you, then playing Destiny 2: Lightfall on a gaming projector with a large projector screen is a perfect choice.
With this setup, you can enjoy gaming with family and friends. You’ll be gaming; they will watch as if it’s a big-screen movie. They can all gather around and call out enemies and suggest tactics and watch it all play out in front of them as you play. The gaming experience with a gaming projector and a large projector screen is one of the best upgrades to almost any gaming setup.
Before I go, I want to share this thought with you. I believe that playing Destiny 2: Lightfall on a gaming projector with a large projector screen is the ultimate gaming experience. The game's campaign, first-person shooter perspective, and thrilling combat make players feel like they're a part of the game world. In addition, the seamless integration of Destiny 2: Lightfall, the gaming projector, and the large projector screen enhances the experience even further, creating a fully immersive and captivating gameplay experience.
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