Destiny 2 in-game text chat disabled after players abused an exploit to crash their opponent's games

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The chat is still disabled two days later

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Destiny 2's in-game text chat has been disabled due to a game-breaking exploit.

Over the past weekend, as reported by PC Gamer, Destiny 2 players were crashing out of the PvP Crucible mode thanks to a game-breaking error. It turns out this error was caused by other players typing a text string into the in-game chat, which caused their opponent's game to crash, guaranteeing them a win.

Right now, it's unclear how long the in-game text chat will remain disabled in Destiny 2, though Bungie has mentioned on Twitter that background maintenance is scheduled for today (August 1) ahead of a hotfix going live August 2. 

In slightly more positive Destiny 2 news, players have got something to look forward to later this month: a brand new showcase. Taking place on August 23, Bungie is keeping tight-lipped as to what this new showcase will feature, although players expect the developer to finally show off the forthcoming Lightfall expansion, which is slated to launch at some point next year in 2023 and continue the Light and Darkness Saga after The Witch Queen launched earlier this year.

The Solstice Event is still running in Bungie's game, and you can head over to our guide on how to get Something New in Destiny 2 Solstice for more. 

Hirun Cryer
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Hirun Cryer is a freelance reporter and writer with Gamesradar+ based out of U.K. After earning a degree in American History specializing in journalism, cinema, literature, and history, he stepped into the games writing world, with a focus on shooters, indie games, and RPGs, and has since been the recipient of the MCV 30 Under 30 award for 2021. In his spare time he freelances with other outlets around the industry, practices Japanese, and enjoys contemporary manga and anime.