Destiny 2
Destiny 2 represents a major generation leap on PlayStation hardware. While PS4 and PS4 Pro are locked to 30fps with aggressive resolution scaling, PS5 doubles performance to a consistent 60fps at dynamic 4K resolution. Furthermore, PS5 introduces a high frame-rate 120Hz mode at 1440p in Crucible PvP, along with FOV slider support, providing a significant competitive advantage over last-generation platforms. For existing PS4 players, upgrading to PS5 offers a transformative increase in responsiveness and clarity.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 5
Destiny 2 runs impressively on PS5, offering a stable 60fps at 4K in general gameplay with minimal dynamic resolution drops. The addition of a 120Hz mode for Crucible PvP boosts responsiveness, though heavy Super move activity in modes like Iron Banner can drop frame rates into the 80-90fps range.
Standard Mode
PS5Resolves at a native 3840x2160 in the vast majority of test shots, with dynamic resolution scaling dropping to a rare minimum of 2560x2160.
Crucible 120Hz Mode
PS5Targets 1440p output with horizontal dynamic resolution scaling dropping to a minimum of 1520x1440.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 4 Pro
Destiny 2 on PS4 Pro is limited to 30fps and utilizes dynamic resolution scaling to maintain performance, lacking the 60fps/120fps modes and FOV adjustments available on PS5.
Standard Mode
PS4 ProEmploys dynamic resolution scaling to manage visual load.
Graphics modes on PlayStation 4
The standard PS4 version is capped at 30fps, putting players at a latency and frame-rate disadvantage in cross-play scenarios against PS5 users.
Standard Mode
PS4Known issues
We haven't documented technical issues for this title yet — this doesn't mean the game is bug-free.
Video analysis
Independent technical videos referenced in our analysis.
Bungie confirms Destiny 2's support on PS4 Pro continues to target 30fps, leaving PC the only exponent of 60fps playback.
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Destiny 2 - PS4 Pro Vs PS5 Load Time Comparison In this video I will show you the Load Times Comparison between PS4 Pro / PS5.
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Destiny 2 frame rate test showing the framerate/fps on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. This test is using the 60hz mode which is the only mode ...
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Frequently asked
Answers built from the verified data on this page.
What frame rate does Destiny 2 run at on PS5?
On PS5, Destiny 2 offers 2 graphics modes: Standard Mode targets 60 FPS at 4K; Crucible 120Hz Mode targets 120 FPS at 1440p.
Does Destiny 2 support 120 Hz on PlayStation?
Yes. Crucible 120Hz Mode on PS5 runs with 120 Hz output on a compatible display.
What is the PSFoundry Performance Score of Destiny 2?
Destiny 2 scores 82/100 on PS5. The Performance Score measures technical performance only — frame rate, image quality, graphics modes, visual features, responsiveness, loading and stability — not how good the game is.
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