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The Destiny 2 Guardian Games are back for 2025, and this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever. With a new boss rush activity, exciting rewards, and the return of fan-favorite weapons, Guardians of all classes—Hunters, Titans, and Warlocks—will have plenty to fight for. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 Guardian Games, including the start date, new features, and how to claim your rewards.
Guardian Games 2025 Start Date
The Guardian Games 2025 will officially begin on Tuesday, March 11, coinciding with the launch of Episode Heresy Act 2. To kick off the event, players can visit Eva Levante in the Tower to pick up the ‘Best In Show’ introductory quest.
Upon starting the quest, Guardians will receive their class-specific Guardian Games class item, which can be equipped to begin earning Medallions. These Medallions are the key to scoring points for your class and securing victory in the Games.
How the Guardian Games Work
The Guardian Games is a class-based competition where Hunters, Titans, and Warlocks compete for supremacy. Here’s how it works:
- Medallion Scoring: Players earn Medallions by participating in PvP matches, completing activities, and engaging in the new Rushdown boss rush mode. These Medallions can be deposited at the podium in the Tower to contribute to your class’s overall score.
- Daily Rankings: Each day, the average Medallion score for each class is calculated. The class with the highest average score at the end of the event wins the gold and, more importantly, bragging rights.
New Mode: Rushdown Boss Rush
One of the most exciting additions to the 2025 Guardian Games is Rushdown, a fast-paced boss rush activity. Here’s what you need to know:
How Rushdown Works
- Boss Encounters: Guardians will face off against a series of bosses from past campaigns, Exotic missions, and seasonal content. Each boss defeated increases the difficulty of the next encounter.
- Time Limit: Players must complete five encounters within a set time limit, though defeating bosses adds extra time to the clock.
- Rewards: Finishing runs rewards players with loot, and faster completion times increase the chances of earning additional drops or enhanced rewards.
Difficulty Modes
Rushdown offers three difficulty levels:
- Warm-up: A beginner-friendly mode for players new to the activity.
- Standard: A balanced mode with revive tokens and moderate challenges.
- Expert: A high-difficulty mode featuring powerful enemies, modifiers, and the chance to earn fully Masterworked weapons with additional perks.
Matchmaking Options
Players can team up in Rushdown through:
- Standard matchmaking
- Class-based matchmaking
- Private fireteams
Guardian Games 2025 Rewards
This year’s Guardian Games bring a host of new and returning rewards, including armor sets, weapons, and exclusive titles.
New Gladiator-Themed Armor Sets
Three new armor sets, inspired by ancient gladiators, will be available for each class:
- Hunters: Glory of Apollo
- Titans: Honor of Ares
- Warlocks: Favor of Athena
These sets can be unlocked for free using Bright Dust, which can be earned through Pathfinder, seasonal challenges, and weekly bounties.
New Weapon: Keraunios (Arc Trace Rifle)
A brand-new Legendary Arc Trace Rifle, Keraunios, will debut during the Guardian Games. Designed with PvE in mind, this weapon features perks like:
- Overflow
- Triple Tap
- Detonator Beam
- Jolting Feedback
- Rolling Storm
Returning Weapons
Several fan-favorite weapons will also make a comeback, including:
- Hullabaloo (Grenade Launcher)
- Taraxippos (Scout Rifle)
- The Title (SMG)
Players can unlock these weapons by completing quests and exchanging Medallions for rewards.
The Champ Title and Event Card
Completing challenges on the Event Card will reward players with exclusive items, including:
- A new Exotic emote
- A new Exotic Sparrow
- A new Legendary Shader
Finishing all Event Card challenges will grant players the prestigious The Champ Title.
How to Participate
To join the Guardian Games 2025, follow these steps:
- Visit Eva Levante in the Tower to pick up the ‘Best In Show’ quest.
- Equip your Guardian Games class item to start earning Medallions.
- Participate in activities like Rushdown, PvP matches, and other events to earn Medallions and contribute to your class’s score.
- Deposit Medallions at the podium in the Tower to boost your class’s standing.
Conclusion
The 2025 Guardian Games are shaping up to be one of the most exciting events in Destiny 2 history. With the new Rushdown boss rush mode, stunning Gladiator-themed armor sets, and the chance to earn exclusive rewards, there’s something for every Guardian to enjoy.
Whether you’re a Hunter, Titan, or Warlock, now is the time to rally your class and fight for glory. The Games begin on March 11—will your class emerge victorious?
