SaxTalksGames

The state of Destiny 2 is at a crossroads… so where do we go from here? In this episode of the podcast, I’m joined by Destiny 2 creators @Toadsmoothie and @LlamaD2 for an honest, unfiltered conversation about the current state of the game, what’s working, what’s not, and what Bungie needs to do next to win players back. We dive deep into:- The biggest issues impacting Destiny 2 right now- Whether...

In this episode, I sit down with rising short-form content creator  @JampackSam  to break down his journey from early YouTube uploads to building a thriving presence across TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram! We dive deep into what it really takes to succeed in short-form content, covering everything from consistency and daily routines to avoiding clickbait, building a loyal audience, and stayi...

Diffizzle​⁠ is back, and this time, he’s not just a Destiny 2 PvP God… he’s one of the TOP Marathon players in the world. After becoming the World’s First Pinnacle One player and first to hit Level 100, Diffizzle joins me for a deep dive into what it actually takes to compete at the highest level of Marathon, and what the game looks like from the top 0.1%. We break down everything: - The grind req...

In this 1-on-1 podcast, I sit down with Danfinity—a long-time creator in the Destiny 2 community—to talk about content creation, podcasting, and the realities behind building a sustainable career online. We dive deep into Dan’s 10-year journey from early gaming roots to becoming a Twitch partner, raising over $50,000 for charity, and hosting one of the most recognizable podcasts in the Destiny spa...

In this 1-on-1 podcast, I sit down with Above, a long-time Destiny 2 content creator who made the bold transition into the Extraction Shooter genre with games like Arc Raiders and Bungie’s Marathon. We dive deep into: - Why Destiny 2 creators are moving on - How Arc Raiders exploded at launch - What Marathon gets right (and wrong) - The future of PvP and extraction shooters - The reality of being...

The Division 2 is experiencing a massive resurgence in 2026—but what actually caused it? In this one-on-one podcast, I sit down with Rogue Gold, one of the most trusted voices in The Division community, to break down how the game survived years of uncertainty, what brought players back, and what Destiny players can learn from it. We dive into:- The Division 2’s 18-month content drought and how it...

In this episode, I sit down with Lumi, a Destiny 2 and Marathon content creator who began her journey on Twitch and is now expanding to TikTok and YouTube. We dive deep into what it really takes to grow as a gaming creator — from streaming to three viewers, overcoming social anxiety, and building a loyal community, to becoming a Twitch Partner and navigating multi-platform content creation. We als...

In this one-on-one creator podcast, Sax sits down with Marathon lore creator Jake the Alright to discuss Bungie’s upcoming extraction shooter, the journey of building a YouTube channel around an unreleased game, and what it’s really like covering Marathon through controversy, delays, and community hype. We dive into Jake’s history with Bungie games, Halo nostalgia, Marathon’s deep sci-fi lore, ear...

On February 18th, Bungie Delayed the upcoming Mid-Season Major Update, "Shadow and Order" until the Middle of June (more than 3 months away from now. Though they outlined some of the items we can expect with that update, many players, including  @LlamaD2  and  @saxplaysgames  have their doubts about what this means for the future of the Franchise and our Channels as a whole. In this epis...

In today's conversation, Sax and Abaddon delve into the world of Destiny 2 content creation, exploring Abaddon's journey from a casual player to a prominent lore creator. They discuss the evolution of Destiny's narrative, the importance of finding inspiration, and the strategies behind selecting topics for videos. The conversation also touches on the future of Destiny, the potential fo...

What does it actually look like to cover Destiny 2 as a professional games journalist? In this in-depth one-on-one conversation, I sit down with Ryan Gilliam, former Destiny beat writer at Polygon and co-founder of the independent publication Rogue.site, to unpack what it means to cover a live service game for over a decade. We dive deep into:- The reality of writing guides for games like Destiny...

In this conversation 1-on-1 Destiny 2 Creator Conversation, I delve into the intricacies of content creation within the Destiny 2 community with  ⁨@Legoleflash⁩  . Together, we explore his journey from a passionate player to becoming a content creator known for his cinematic deep dives into weapon mechanics, specifically fusion rifles. Throughout, Lego shares insights on targeting different player...

In this episode, Sax sits down with  @Diffizzle  one of Destiny 2’s most dedicated PvP creators and a top 0.1% Trials player with over 4,000 flawless cards. We dive deep into Diffizzle’s journey—from playing Halo at age four to becoming a full-time Destiny PvP grinder streaming 10–12 hours a day—and what it really takes to survive as a creator in today’s Destiny ecosystem. This conversation pulls...

Destiny 2: Renegades is finally in players’ hands — and for the first time in a long time, the community feels hopeful. In this episode, Sax is joined by  @LlamaD2  and  @Toadsmoothie  to break down everything Renegades brought to Destiny 2, including the Star Wars-inspired campaign, Lawless Frontier, the Praxic Blade chase, the removal of the power grind, and how this expansion compares to Edge o...

In this Destiny 2 Creator one-on-one conversation, I am joined by Skarrow to discuss his 11-year journey with Destiny, from solving some of the game’s most iconic ARGs and puzzles to balancing full-time content creation while earning his PhD in Chemistry. Skarrow opens up about discovering Destiny after growing up with limited internet access, how his passion for puzzles shaped his channel, how a...

In today's Destiny 2 Creator Conversation, I had the opportunity to sit down one-on-one with  @MacticsG1  , a prolific Destiny 2 content creator who has found large followings across YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. Known for his educational guides, creative builds, and no-nonsense approach to YouTube growth, Mactics has paved the way for creators like myself showing us that working hard and shari...

In this episode, Sax sits down again with ⁠Aegis one of Destiny 2’s most trusted damage analysts and speedrunning experts, to break down everything surrounding Contest Mode Equilibrium, the launch of Renegades, and the evolving philosophy behind Destiny 2’s endgame difficulty. In this episode we dive deep into: - The Contraverse Hold +Handheld Supernova damage chunking bug used during the World’s...

Today's conversation explores the journey of @LlamaD2, a Destiny 2 content creator, highlighting the initial luck that led to early success on YouTube, the transition from player to creator, and the journey from player to advocate for the wider Destiny comunity. We also delve into Llama's thoughts on the impact of capture events and Bungie leveraging previously secret information as market...

In today's Destiny 2 Creator conversation, I am joined by fellow Content Creator  @Toadsmoothie  to discuss his journey from a casual gamer to a prominent content creator in the #destiny2 community. We discuss his early gaming influences, the transition from game enjoyer to YouTuber, and the importance of community in shaping his content. He emphasizes the significance of optimism in the gamin...

In today’s episode, I sit down with ​⁠ — the creator who helps define the Destiny 2 META, shapes the speedrunning scene, and sets the standard for damage testing across the entire community. We talk about the art of going fast, the science of knowing when to slow down, and the full story behind how Aegis became the person even other experts trust. From Wolfpack chunking to spreadsheets, speedrunni...

Join me for an in-depth discussion with MossyMax, one of the most trusted names in Destiny 2 data analysis and testing! If you've ever benefited from accurate weapon damage comparisons, understood how scaling works, or followed a content creator's build guide, chances are MossyMax’s work at least partially assisted in its creation. In this episode, we explore:- How frustration with inconsi...

In this Bonus TWID:R Podcast, I'm joined by  @AntivistD2  , a member of Clan Ascend and a member of the World's First Garden of Salvation Team. After seeing his high placement on the recent Destiny: Rising Raid Leaderboards, I reached out to discuss all things Day 1 Raiding inside of both Destiny 2 and Destiny: Rising. While talking, he revealed a story that I had never heard before.. They...

Join me for an in-depth conversation with Court, the creative mind behind Destiny's most recognizable and widely distributed infographics! If you've ever used a champion stunning guide, referenced a damage stacking chart, or benefited from clear visual breakdowns of complex game mechanics, Court's work has made your Guardian life easier. In this episode, we explore:- How retail burnout...

In this episode of Tower Talk, hosts Sax and Spartan discuss various aspects of Destiny 2, including a recap of their recent raid marathon, their thoughts on the new Episode: Heresy, the rework of Vault of Glass weapons, and the changes made to Trials of Osiris. They emphasize the importance of community engagement and creating fun experiences within the game, while also reflecting on the nostalgi...