Bungie’s lead weapon designer Chris Proctor leaves the studio
Chris Proctor, the mastermind behind some of Destiny 2’s most iconic exotic weapons, has announced his departure from Bungie after more than five years.
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Chris Proctor, a key figure in shaping Destiny 2’s weapon sandbox, has officially left Bungie. His exit was revealed through a LinkedIn post on February 4, 2025, coinciding with the launch of Episode: Heresy. Having worked at Bungie since 2019, Proctor played a significant role in designing some of the game’s most beloved exotic weapons.
“Working at Bungie at all is the job of a lifetime, sandbox design even moreso, let alone owning Destiny weapons for 5 years and ending up as Sandbox Craft Lead at a studio with a legendary grasp of core gameplay. It’s been a humbling experience, and the time of biggest growth in my career (and I reached 23 years in games, 20 as a designer this year). I can’t recommend Bungie highly enough as a place to do amazing work with some of the most skilled game devs in the industry.”
-Chris Proctor
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Chris Proctor: a legacy of iconic Exotic weapons
During his time at Bungie, Proctor was instrumental in crafting fan-favorite exotic weapons, including:
- Hawkmoon (rework)
- Cloudstrike
- Dead Man’s Tale
- Forerunner
- Osteo Striga
- Quicksilver Storm
- Buried Bloodline
- Euphony
Chris Proctor’s future plans
Before joining Bungie, Proctor was a Lead Character Designer at Halo Studios, where he contributed to Halo Infinite. His expertise in weapon design and gameplay mechanics made him a well-known figure in the Destiny 2 community. He frequently appeared on podcasts and interviews, offering insights into upcoming weapon updates and sandbox changes.
After resigning in December 2024, Proctor has now officially stepped away from Bungie. He mentioned in his post that he will be relocating to another country in two weeks and starting a new job in four weeks, though details about his next role remain undisclosed.
Conclusion
Proctor’s departure aligns with the release of Episode: Heresy, which reintroduces the legendary Dreadnaught location from Destiny 1. As Bungie continues evolving its sci-fi looter shooter, fans are left wondering how future weapon designs will shape up without Proctor’s influence.
What are your thoughts on Chris Proctor’s departure? Do you have a favorite exotic weapon he worked on? Let us know in the comments below!
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