Bungie Limits Player Interaction Due to Staff Harassment

Bungie has reduced its engagement with players on social media platforms, citing a surge in harassment and threats directed at its staff. According to a statement from community manager dmg04 on Reddit, the threats extend beyond mere online rudeness, with 'real threats' being made against the studio and its personnel. As a precautionary measure, the company behind Destiny 2 is temporarily scaling back its online interactions with players while it explores ways to safeguard against such incidents in the future. dmg04 emphasized that this move is not intended to penalize players who provide constructive feedback, reassuring them that Bungie does not retaliate against its player base through updates or communication strategies. The decision to step back from online conversations is a temporary one, driven by the need to ensure the safety and well-being of both players and employees. This development comes on the heels of Bungie filing a lawsuit against an individual for repeatedly violating the Destiny 2 software license agreement and making threats to company employees via social media, demonstrating the company's commitment to protecting its game, community, and staff from abuse, fraud, and threats.