Destiny Release Date PS4 Set For September 9; Beta Period For PlayStation 4 And PS3 Version Of Bungie Game Delayed From Early 2014 To Summer Of Next Year

Earlier this month, Destiny release date for the PS4 version was finally announced.

As posted on GameSpot, Bungie confirmed that Destiny release date is set for September 9, 2014. Aside from the PS4 version, Destiny will also launch worldwide for the Xbox 360, Xbox One, and PlayStation 3.

The latest details regarding Destiny release date for PS4 and other console versions was declared during the VGX 2013, alongside the showcasing of the official gameplay.
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Moreover, in addition to the Destiny release date PS4 news, it was also announced that the beta period for the game will start during the summer season of 2014. Also, Destiny beta will open first for the PS3 and the PS4.

As posted on Gamespot, the summer 2014 beginning of the beta period for Destiny is actually a 'bit of a delay' as the game creator formerly said that the testing will begin at some point during early 2014. And accordingly, beta versions of Destiny for the Xbox One and Xbox 360 will follow.

 The post further reads, "Bungie is treating the game's beta period, in some ways, like a full product launch."

The game developer that also created Halo stated, "Destiny has always represented a new beginning for our team. It was born from brave possibilities. We dreamed of a renewed and independent Bungie. We found partners willing to bet big on some crazy new ideas with us."

Bungie further continued:

 Every new build brings us closer to our original vision. With those goals in sight, we intend to use every moment from now until the release of the game to ensure that Destiny lives up to your expectations, and our own.

To be able to access the beta for Destiny, interested gamers would need to pre-order the game. According to Gotta Be Mobile, pre-orders for Destiny for PS4 and other console versions are availale on Amazon, GameStop, Best Buy and Walmart. Pre-purchase of the game is currently available for $59.99.