Title: What NetEase's 'Destiny Rising' Needs to Tackle to Emerge as a Must-Play Game
NetEase is basking in the glory of Marvel Rivals' success, but let's not forget they're also the developers behind Destiny Rising - the mobile game that recently completed a closed alpha test. While it may lack the charm of Destiny at its core, the novelty might be enough for some players, especially considering the game's gacha elements.
Destiny 2 is struggling right now, and it seems unlikely that Destiny 3 will arrive this decade, if ever. In such a scenario, Destiny Rising could serve as a temporary solution, filling the gap for Destiny enthusiasts seeking something fresh and exciting.
However, to truly capitalize on the potential Destiny playerbase, Destiny Rising needs to prioritize one crucial aspect. A desktop client for the game would be a huge win, catering to the substantial portion of Destiny players who prefer PC. While there are workarounds, an official PC version would be much more appealing.
In response to this demand, the game's support account hinted at the possibility of enhancing the support for PC emulators based on player feedback. Yet, it remains unclear if NetEase plans to develop a dedicated PC version of the game or continue relying on emulation.
To truly shine, Destiny Rising needs a dedicated PC version. The game already plays better with a controller, and adding keyboard and mouse support would make it even more appealing. Despite Marvel Rivals' success, there's a significant demand for fresh Destiny content, and Destiny Rising could tap into this market if it caters to PC players effectively.
While Destiny Rising is unlikely to match the success of Marvel Rivals, NetEase has proven their ability to deliver exceptional content. This, coupled with the hunger for new Destiny content, makes Destiny Rising an interesting prospect. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, Bluesky, and Instagram for updates. You can also delve into my sci-fi novels, the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
The success of Marvel Rivals might not be replicated with Destiny Rising, but it could attract Destiny fans with a temporary fix until Destiny 2 or 3 sees release. To fully capture the attention of the Destiny playerbase, a dedicated PC version of Destiny Rising would significantly boost its appeal.
With already-improved controller support and the implementation of keyboard and mouse, a desktop client for Destiny Rising would tap into the existing Destiny playerbase's demands, potentially making it a competitor in the Destiny content market.
