In response to the devastating disaster that struck Turkey and Syria on February 6, 2023, Bungie has raised over $200,000. Many people and organizations have responded generously to the catastrophe, but far more help is required than what Bungie and other companies have offered thus far.
Several thousand people died in the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria. Multiple humanitarian initiatives have been launched as the anticipated death toll from the earthquake continues to rise. Earlier this year, Awesome Games Done Quick 2023 collected over $2.6 Million for philanthropy, continuing a long tradition of giving back to the gaming world. The victims of the crises in Turkey and Syria are undeniably deserving of this kind of aid.
On social media, Bungie said that in under 24 hours, the Bungie Organization had collected over $200,000 towards earthquake assistance. Donors to the reaction initiative will be rewarded with a Compassion Concentric badge in-game for their Bungie accounts to show their commitment to charitable initiatives.
Donors may include their Bungie ID on the application to be eligible for the insignia. It costs $1 to complete each emblem order, and each contributor will get just one. The group has often made symbols accessible, such as when Bungie offered a Black Lives Matter symbol and brooch for use in the video game Destiny 2.
Bungie has been getting a lot of praise as it develops the world of Destiny 2, and rightfully so. Players have complimented Bungie’s transparency and accessibility throughout the development phase, despite the fact that the title has endured a number of teething problems as it proceeds to expand.
The developer’s continued attention to fan feedback shows that it cares about its players, and it’s encouraging that it wants to extend that dedication to the real world outside the games it’s made. It will take time for the area to recover from the terrible impacts of the disaster in Turkey and Syria. The need for aid will persist for some time. After streamer Mizkif’s success in raising over $80,000 for Turkey and Syria aid, more internet celebrities are expected to do the same.
