How to Get Destiny 2 for Free on PC

How to Get Destiny 2 for Free on PC

If you've been paying attention to what's been going on at BlizzCon 2018, you may have heard that Blizzard has put Activision's Destiny 2 up for free on PC. Here's what you need to get Destiny 2 for free on PC.

First things first, you're going to need a Battle.Net account, and also to download the Battle.Net Launcher. This can be known as Blizzard Launcher, but simply click here. Mac 'link just below.

Once you've gotten it, you'll also need to sign up for an account. When you're ready to go, you've got a little bit more. You need to enable the Blizzard SMS Protect verification system, enable players to receive your data, and remove a lost authenticator, recover your account name, and approve a password reset. It's a pretty handy setting to have enabled.

Head to the link above, log in with your Battle.Net account, and enter your cell phone number. Upon doing so, you should receive an SMS message within the minute with a verification code. This Blizzard SMS Protect feature has enabled and enabled the Blizzard SMS Protect feature.

Now, return to the Battle.Net launcher. You might need to log in and then log back in. Upon doing so, you'll receive a little notification that you've got an Unclaimed Gift on your account. You can click this option, and select the View Gifts option from the drop-down.

You should now see Destiny 2 available. Redeem the gift, and then simply click on Destiny 2 from underneath the Activision Games on the left side of the Battle.Net launcher. You can now install Destiny 2 for free on PC.

Restrictions and Limitations

The only thing you really need to keep in mind, Blizzard SMS Protect on your account, it's only going to run until Nov. 18, 2018. After this point, you'll no longer be able to take advantage of the promotion and get Destiny 2 for free on PC.

Similarly, it's worth noting that Destiny 2 is only free on PC, and not Xbox One and PS4. It is also only the standard version of Destiny 2, with no additional DLC expansions included. But still, a free game is a free game!

That's all you need to get Destiny 2 for free on PC. If you're looking for some handy tips and tricks for your sci-fi shooter adventure, be sure to check out our Destiny 2 wiki guide. We've also got an additional Destiny 2 Forsaken wiki for more helpful hints on the game's latest expansion. We've also included a number of our most popular destinations for you, because we're good like that.