Destiny: Rising Enters Closed Beta on Android in the US and Canada Starting May 29

NetEase Games has officially announced the closed beta test (CBT) for Destiny: Rising, its upcoming sci-fi RPG shooter. The test will launch on May 29 for Android users in the United States and Canada. Initially revealed in October 2024, the game held its first alpha test a month later and is now open for global pre-registration on iOS.

A Bold New Chapter in the Destiny Universe

Destiny: Rising marks the franchise’s first foray into mobile gaming. Set in an alternate timeline of the Destiny universe, the game invites players to explore a brand-new storyline where they must protect Earth and reclaim humanity’s future. You’ll get to play as new and familiar characters — each with unique abilities and rich backstories.

Longtime fans of Destiny and Destiny 2 will feel right at home, as the game includes nostalgic features like classic campaign missions, six-player Strikes, and a variety of PvE and PvP game modes.

The game made its official debut during the NetEase Games 520 Online Conference on May 20, 2025, turning long-standing fan speculation into reality. That speculation dates back to Bungie job listings in 2021, which hinted at a mobile title in development.

How to Sign Up for the Closed Beta

Interested in getting early access? Here’s how to apply for the CBT on Android:

1. Visit the official Destiny: Rising website.
2. Click Pre-register Now.
3. Choose Android and select your region (US or Canada).
4. Enter the Gmail address linked to your Google Play account.
5. Agree to the terms and click Pre-register.
6. Complete the short recruitment survey.
7. For a higher chance of selection, follow and retweet the official post on X (formerly Twitter).

What’s Included in the Beta?

The beta promises a robust content offering, including:

• An expanded story campaign
• New characters and lore
• Brand-new missions and Strike maps
• Master difficulty options
• Casual side activities
• Hidden in-game secrets

Although the CBT is Android-only and limited to two regions, iOS users worldwide can now pre-register via the App Store. Milestone rewards will be unlocked globally as more players sign up.

If you're a Destiny fan, this mobile spin-off is shaping up to be a promising and content-rich adventure — definitely worth keeping an eye on.