How much data does Destiny 2 use?

Most online games do not use as much data during gameplay, but Destiny 2 does not follow this rule, being among the worst games to play when you are on a tight data limit. Due to this, it always helps to know the data you expect to consume when using it to avoid unexpected expenses.

The reason behind the high data requirements is from the game structure; Destiny 2 focuses entirely on online player combats, which means that the connection requires internet bandwidth to work. If you are exclusively relying on your mobile hotspot or broadband connection, the game’s demands can easily push you past your data limits.

On an average basis, the minimum amount of data you require per gaming session is 300 MB, so a player that logs in for 2 to 3 hours per day will use 4 to 6 GB per week and 16 to 25 GB per month. Even having an allowance of 50 to 100 GB can easily run out if you are logging in daily for a month.

How much data do you use when downloading Destiny?

Similar to most games, downloads consume most of your mobile data compared to the updates – and the same case applies to Destiny 2. We have compiled a table that compares the requirements depending on the platform you are using.

It is important to note that the download file size will be smaller than the actual file size because of compression, and the file will increase over time as the developer releases game updates and patches.

If these data demands are too high for you, it is better to download the game over a Wi-Fi network or buy the physical disk and do an offline installation.

How much data do you use when updating Destiny 2?

The game developer, Bungie, releases occasional updates and patches, which you can keep track of when you access the patch notes. These updates will vary in size, though you should keep in mind that they usually use more data compared to playing the game for extended periods. The average data usage in this case will vary between 250 and 400 MB.

If using high data amounts is a major issue for you, it is better to turn off the auto-updates and do them manually when you have extra bandwidth or access a Wi-Fi network.

What data amounts do I use when playing the game?

When playing online games, the data usage will depend on the game, not the platform. Therefore, playing Destiny 2 on your Microsoft PC will demand the same bandwidth as doing the same on a PlayStation 4.

Unlike most online games, Destiny 2 will use an average of 250 to 300 GB per hour – which is 5 to 10 times more than the usual game. The exact usage will depend on whether you use voice chat or not, the frame rates, server tick rates, and the number of players in the game mode.

• Using the voice chat feature uses more data, an average of 100 MB per hour, compared to turning off the feature and using 50 MB per hour.
• The higher your frame rates are, the more refreshing the game has, increasing your response speeds. You can adjust this in the settings (it is measured in FPS) by disabling the V-Synch (vertical synch).
• The tick rates of the server are an important consideration. Similar to the frame rates, they determine the speed of refreshing the frames. The higher it is the more data you need – such as a 64-tick server requiring fewer data compared to a 128-tick server.
• The more players you interact with within the game, the more data you use because your internet network must communicate with theirs to share information like stats. If you are doing a solo play, for instance, expect to use an average of 100 GB per hour, while a four-by-four player mode usesup to 350 GB per hour.

Conclusion

The major takeaway is the high data demands of Destiny 2 on your data, and therefore you need to monitor it closely to avoid unnecessary expenses. Ifthis is a major issue for you, it is better to switch to an unlimited data connection (4G LTE) or Wi-Fi broadband to avoid throttling and data limits.

FAQs

How much data should I expect to use per hour when playing Destiny 2?

Every session will need about 300 MB per hour on average, so playing 2-hour sessions daily will require 4 GB per week and 16 GB per month.

Why is Destiny 2 so bandwidth-intensive?

Because of its big size, due to the graphics, performance, and multiplayer design.