Hey everyone I'd like to start another attempt at getting private matches into Destiny and I'll outline why everyone in the game would benefit from this. There have been numerous threads about this subject and Bungie stated that if we kept asking, we might get them. Anyways, nothing specific concerning custom matches has been announced when they were talking about their roadmap, so perhaps this "burning issue" needs to be put forth again. In my opinion, everyone would benefit from private matches. I'd played 3V3s and 2V2s before with friends and we limited ourselves to No Land Beyond and sidearms only, for instance - that was some of the most fun I've had in the game. Hence, specific weapons could be used in fun games. Moreover, it would be easier to match up for (friendly) competitive matches - so called sweaties. Players currently have to spend a lot of time in Orbit (arguably less with SBMM implemented than before TTK) in order to match up with the desired opponents. What is more is that people could explore the maps. This would help the less skilled players a lot! You could explore certain spots, get accustomed to the distances, angles etc. etc. Even I as a seasoned PvP player would love to walk around on all maps and take my time to find great cover/observation spots... In addition to that private matches would further yield more variety in the PvP. How about a 1V1 or a 3V3 Rift? What about 4V4 Skirmish matches or a 6V6 Elimination game on your map of choice? As implementing customizable lobbies might not be as straightforward, though, even private matches with the currently available game modes would be a warmly welcomed start! In order to ban boosting whatsoever, these games should not be counting toward completing bounties and no loot should be handed out. I'm not convinced whether stats should be counting or not - they should definitely be recorded somewhere. Most-likely they couldn't be allocated to your normal stats anyway. For instance, imagine you set up a 1V1 or a 3V3 Rift - this couldn't be counted toward any of the existing categories/stats. There are almost no limits to the possible combinations that private/custom matches would provide. Overall, this would definitely enhance PvP experience - for everyone! This change would have a significant impact, people would appreciate the game a lot more. There's also a high probability that private matches would bring back old/gone players. I'd love to hear your opinion and further suggestions! #TL;DR: Private matches in Destiny would be a benefit to everyone. Competitive matches with specific rules and simplified matching-up procedure, fun games where certain weapons (only) could be used - guaranteed success for a great PvP experience! Moreover, players could further learn the mechanics and maps without being under fire. Bounties and loot should be exempt in these custom games.