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Destiny: Rising

v1.0.12

NETEASE INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT PTE

98.4K ratings

Report updated Apr 6, 2026

What Is Destiny: Rising?

Destiny: Rising is a high-fidelity sci-fi hero shooter developed by NetEase, bringing the iconic Destiny franchise to mobile with a unique hybrid first/third-person perspective. It targets core shooter fans and franchise veterans with a mix of campaign missions, co-op strikes, and PVP modes. However, the game is currently facing a decline in grossing ranks and negative user sentiment due to technical instability and perceived predatory monetization.

What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.

Frustrated
High-Quality Narrative and Visuals
Technical Instability and Performance... Show more

What does it look like?

What are the key features?

Hybrid Perspective SystemDifferentiator

Allows players to switch between immersive first-person and tactical third-person views.

Multi-Mode GameplayStandard

Includes campaign missions, 6-player co-op strikes, and competitive PVP modes.

Hero-Based CombatStandard

Features unique characters with personal stories and distinct, formidable combat skills.

Weapon CustomizationStandard

Deep weapon and trait combinations to tailor combat styles to specific enemy mechanics.

Social & Clan SystemsStandard

Supports clan building, shared space customization, and casual party modes.

Cross-Platform SupportDifferentiator

Playable on mobile devices with controller support and PC via emulator.

What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.

Frustrated

Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment. Users appreciate high-quality narrative and visuals and cross-platform functionality, but report technical instability and performance and predatory monetization and grind.

What Users Love

High-Quality Narrative and Visuals

Great storyline

What a story, what a graphic. well done!

Cross-Platform Functionality

Love it's mobile and pc capabilities. and controller / mouse & keyboard options.

Pain Points

Technical Instability and Performance

The game keeps crashing... Game starts up runs for a couple of minutes then freezes

I couldn't even play it keeps flashing the screen. all the buttons are flickering.

Predatory Monetization and Grind

trash cash grab attempt without trying to make it look like a cash grab

this game requires you to have no other hobbies in life.

High confidence · 98.4K reviews available

How is it ranked?

ChartRankChange
Grossing#654
Grossing#996
No rank history available for this chart.

What are the pros and cons?

Pros

  • Strong global IP recognition
  • High-fidelity visual presentation
  • Unique Hybrid Perspective System
  • Robust cross-platform support

Cons

  • Severe technical instability and crashes
  • Cluttered and confusing UI/UX
  • Perception of predatory monetization
  • High grind requirements for progression

What is the market outlook?

Growth Opportunities

  • Capture the mobile looter-shooter market before rivals saturate it
  • Simplify UI to broaden appeal to casual players
  • Optimize for mid-range devices to increase install base
  • Leverage seasonal lore to drive long-term retention

Market Threats

  • Direct competition from Warframe Mobile
  • Player churn due to technical debt
  • Market dominance of HoYoverse titles
  • Upcoming AAA mobile shooters like Delta Force

Who competes with Destiny: Rising?

The Nemesis

Warframe

Warframe

4.2 (23K)

Digital Extremes

The most direct looter-shooter rival, offering deep sci-fi lore, co-op missions, and extensive gear customization.

+

The most direct looter-shooter rival, offering deep sci-fi lore, co-op missions, and extensive gear customization.

Contenders

+

The dominant mobile FPS that attracts the core shooter audience with high-fidelity graphics and diverse modes.

+

DMZ: Recon Tactical Extraction

+

A sci-fi shooter with heavy emphasis on hero collection and tactical squad-based combat.

+

High-Quality Character Illustrations

+

A high-fidelity tactical shooter that appeals to players seeking hardcore, realistic combat mechanics.

+

Extraction Looter Shooter Mechanics

Tower of Fantasy

Tower of Fantasy

4.3 (23K)

Perfect World Games

A sci-fi open-world ARPG that blends weapon-based combat with multiplayer co-op and exploration.

+

A sci-fi open-world ARPG that blends weapon-based combat with multiplayer co-op and exploration.

Peers

+

The industry benchmark for high-fidelity mobile ARPGs with deep character-driven narratives.

+

Massive Open World Exploration

+

A premium sci-fi RPG that shares the high-production values and futuristic aesthetic of Destiny.

+

High-Fidelity Cinematic Engine

Punishing: Gray Raven

Punishing: Gray Raven

4.2 (9K)

KURO TECHNOLOGY (HONG KONG) CO., LIMITED

A sci-fi ARPG known for its intense combat mechanics and high-fidelity character designs.

+

A sci-fi ARPG known for its intense combat mechanics and high-fidelity character designs.

New Kids on the Block

+

A rising high-fidelity ARPG that competes for the core 'hardcore mobile gamer' demographic.

+

High-Mobility Open World Exploration

Delta Force

Delta Force

Level Infinite

An upcoming tactical shooter with AAA production values aiming to disrupt the high-end mobile market.

+

An upcoming tactical shooter with AAA production values aiming to disrupt the high-end mobile market.

What are the key takeaways?

Destiny: Rising is a frustrating games app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.4/5 rating from 98.4K reviews, it frustrates many users from users. Users particularly appreciate high-quality narrative and visuals, though technical instability and performance remains a common concern.

Best for: Sci-fi shooter fans and existing Destiny franchise players looking for a high-fidelity, portable, and social gaming experience.

How much does it cost?

Model: freemium

Tiers:
Free-to-play base gameIn-app purchases via Top-Up Center

Monetization relies on a free-to-play model with an external web-based Top-Up center, typical for high-end mobile titles to manage currency and item sales while bypassing standard store fees.

iOS Version

1.0.12

Android Version

1.4.64158320

Release Date

Aug 6, 2025

iOS Price

Free

Android Price

Free

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Marlvel.ai. “Destiny: Rising Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 6, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/games/com-netease-g108na

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