Marathon got deadlier overnight, and some think yesterday's sound change is the culprit
Players are reporting a significant increase in combat intensity and third-party ambushes in Marathon following a recent patch that increased the audible range of gunfire and explosions. This change, not accompanied by developer notes, has led to community speculation that the adjustment was intended to boost PvP encounters, though some players hope for a reversal due to the impact on gameplay.
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