You can trust VideoGamer. Our team of gaming experts spend hours testing and reviewing the latest games, to ensure you're reading the most comprehensive guide possible. Rest assured, all imagery and advice is unique and original. Check out how we test and review games here Contents hide Destiny 2 fans are in for a busy February, and it all starts with the launch of Episode Heresy. There is a lot for D2 players to anticipate about this new chapter from Bungie, including the simultaneous launch of a crossover with Star Wars. The release date and time countdown for when Destiny 2 Episode Heresy will start is right around the corner, and Bungie has outlined the official maintenance schedule.Destiny 2 Episode Heresy release dateThe release date for Destiny 2 Episode Heresy is February 4th. This is the same day the crossover with Star Wars will launch, too.Ahead of the new chapters launch, Bungie has provided fans with a lot of details. The developer has announced a new weapon Tome, theyve announced some mega buffs and new perks, and theyve also announced a popular OP weapon archetype getting nerfed so its no longer great at killing everything.Following the launch of Heresy, fans then have the Bungie Game2Give charity fundraiser livestream on February 6th, and then theres the Sundered Doctrine Dungeon Racestarting February 7th.When does Destiny 2 Episode Heresy start?The start time for Destiny 2 Episode Heresy is 9AM PT/12PM ET/5PM GMT on February 4th. This is when the update will be available across all platforms and regions for players to experience, with fans able to log back into D2.Unfortunately, at the hours listed above, players might be placed in a queue and encounter issues logging in due to background maintenance still continuing. Maintenance will fully conclude at 11AM PT/2PM ET/7PM GMT, so any possible issues should no longer be encountered by these times. Must-Listen: Publishing Manor Lords w/ Joe Robinson VideoGamer Podcast Listen Now Destiny 2 Episode Heresy start time US9AM PT on Tuesday, February 4th12PM ET on Tuesday, February 4thDestiny 2 Episode Heresy release time UK5PM GMT on Tuesday, February 4thCountdownBelow is a visual countdown to when the chapter will launch:D2 maintenance scheduleBelow is the official maintenance schedule courtesy of Bungie:February 3rd:Background maintenance starts at 10AM PT/1PM ET/6PM GMTBackground maintenance ends at 2PM PT/5PM ET/10PM GMTFebruary 4th:Maintenance starts at 6:30AM PT/9:30AM ET/2:30PM GMTDestiny 2 is brought offline at 7:45AM PT/10:45AM ET/3:45PM GMTUpdate 8.2.0 will be available across all platforms/regions, D2 players able to log back in at 9AM PT/12PM ET/5PM GMTMaintenance fully concludes at 11AM PT/2PM ET/7PM GMTImage credit: BungieCheck out Bungies sever and update status webpage for more information.As for more Destiny 2, check out our guide to thebest Legendary weaponsalong with thebest weapons for PvP.Destiny 2Platform(s):Google Stadia, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Web, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/XGenre(s):Action, Adventure, First Person, Massively Multiplayer, Shooter8VideoGamerSubscribe to our newsletters!By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and may receive occasional deal communications; you can unsubscribe anytime.Share