Step into the heat of Destiny 2’s Guardian Games and discover the secret to unlocking the coveted Focus Activity Packages-your ticket to exclusive rewards like the exotic Allstar Vector hoverboard. But beware, it’s not just about playing; your class must dominate the Focus Activity to claim victory and earn these elusive packages. Ready to pledge your loyalty and rise to the top? Here’s how to secure your Focus Activity Packages and stand out in the competition across PC, PlayStation, and Xbox.
Opening three of these packages is the second fastest way to get the awesome new Skimmer hoverboard vehicle, the Allstar Vector. But there’s a catch: Focus Activities are only available every handful of hours in Destiny 2 and only last for a limited amount of time.
In this Destiny 2: Guardian Games 2024 guide, we’ll teach you how to earn Focus Activity Packages so you can pick up an Exotic Skimmer of your own.
When do Focus Activity playlists appear in Destiny 2?
Focus Activity playlists in Destiny 2 appear multiple times daily during the Guardian Games event, rotating every few hours. From Monday to Thursday, each Focus Activity lasts for two hours, while on weekends (Friday to Sunday), it extends to three hours. These playlists highlight one of the core Guardian Games activities-such as Nightfalls, Gambit, or Supremacy-that becomes the current Focus Activity, marked by a golden symbol and banner in the Tower’s map. Players must complete the “Best in Class” quest to access these playlists, which can be found in the Director’s Milestones or the Medallion Case in the quest log. The Focus Activity encourages competition among classes and offers special reward packages based on performance during the timed window.
Focus Activity playlists tend to appear every four hours. When active, you’ll see a special white line under the active playlist and a timer denoting how much time you have left until the playlist returns to normal.
During weekdays (Mon-Thurs), you’ll only have two hours to play as many Nightfalls, Gambit matches, or Supremacy matches as possible (depending on which of those three are featured). And over the weekend (Fri-Sun), you’ll have three hours of Focus Activity time before the playlist returns to normal.
How to open Focus Activity Packages in Destiny 2
To open Focus Activity Packages in Destiny 2, first ensure your class wins the ongoing Focus Activity during the Guardian Games event. These Focus Activities rotate every few hours and are indicated by a white bracket under the playlist icon in the Tower map. Once your class wins, a Focus Champions Package (also called a Focus Activity Winners Package) will appear in your inventory under the Consumables section. You may need to log out and back in for it to show up. Before opening the package, make sure to clear space in your Medallion Case, as the package will grant a large number of Medallions and other rewards. Simply select the package in your inventory and open it to claim your rewards and progress the related quest, such as the Drop In quest for the Allstar Vector hoverboard.
While playing in the Focus Activity playlist, you’ll earn points depending on how well you perform, which will contribute to an overall pool of points that you share with your classmates. The Guardian Games is a competition to see which of the three classes are the best, so you’ll lock your earnings into whichever class you start the Focus playlist with. So if you start as a Titan for one match and then swap to a Warlock, all points you earn will still go toward Team Titan.
Each Focus Activity window has three thresholds, and your class can unlock bronze, silver, or gold depending on how you all do – the higher your tier, the better loot you’ll receive. Once your class achieves a new tier, all you need to do to claim the Package is run an activity in that Guardian Games playlist and complete it. The rewards from the Package will drop alongside the other rewards from the activity.
You can also open a Champions Package if your class has the highest score at the end of the Focus Activity. This chest will reward you with a Medallion Case full of medals (sans Diamond medals), so you can give your class a massive Guardian Games ranking boost. Just make sure that you’re wearing the Guardian Games class item when you compete in the Focus Activity playlist, otherwise you’ll be ineligible for any package rewards.
How can I maximize my chances of winning Focus Activity Packages in Destiny 2
To maximize your chances of winning Focus Activity Packages in Destiny 2, follow these key strategies:
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Pledge to the class that is currently winning the Focus Activity. Before starting, check which class (Hunter, Titan, or Warlock) is leading in the ongoing Focus Activity by hovering over the Focus Activity icon in the Tower. Then play with that class wearing the Guardian Games class item to pledge your loyalty and earn rewards if that class wins.
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Participate only during the active Focus Activity window. These events run periodically for 2-3 hours several times a day. Make sure to complete the Focus Activity during this timeframe to qualify for the rewards.
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Complete the Focus Activity once pledged. You don’t need to excel individually; just complete the activity with your pledged class. Once the class wins, you will receive a Champion’s Package in your inventory, which progresses your quest and grants rewards.
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If you have multiple characters, switch to the winning class. This allows you to pledge whichever class is currently winning, increasing your chances of obtaining the package.
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Wait until near the end of the Focus Activity to pledge if unsure. This lets you see which class is dominating before locking in your pledge to guarantee a win.
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Be patient after the event ends. The Champion’s Package may take 10-15 minutes to appear in your inventory. Restarting the game can help if it doesn’t show up immediately.
By following these steps-pledging the winning class, playing during the Focus Activity, and completing the activity-you can efficiently earn Focus Activity Packages and progress in the Guardian Games questline.
How can I predict which class will win a Focus Activity before it starts
Predicting which class will win a Focus Activity in Destiny 2 before it starts is challenging due to the dynamic nature of player participation and Bungie’s recent balancing adjustments. However, some patterns and tips can help:
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Monitor the Focus Activity leaderboard in the Tower. When a Focus Activity is active, you can hover over its icon in the Tower or Director to see the current point totals for each class. This real-time data shows which class is leading and is likely to win if the trend continues.
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Understand the snowball effect of player switching. Players tend to switch to the leading class to secure rewards, causing that class to maintain or extend its lead. This means the class winning the previous Focus Activity often has an advantage going into the next one.
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Consider Bungie’s score scaling adjustments. Bungie has implemented scaling to help balance classes with fewer players, such as Warlocks and Titans, giving them score boosts to offset Hunter dominance. This can shift the balance unpredictably.
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Wait until shortly before the Focus Activity starts or early in the event. Since the winning class can change quickly due to player behavior and score scaling, waiting to pledge until you see which class is gaining the lead can improve your chances.
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Follow community trends and updates. Historically, Hunters have dominated early in the event, but Bungie’s tweaks and player choices can alter this. Keeping an eye on community discussions and official updates can provide clues.
In summary, while you can’t reliably predict the winning class before a Focus Activity begins, actively monitoring the in-game leaderboard during the event and timing your pledge to the class currently leading will maximize your chances of winning Focus Activity Packages.
