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Final Fantasy? GTA? Nope, It's Pokemon Bugging Out on S... | TAG
Several gaming news items are covered, including a bug in Pokemon Champions on the Nintendo Switch that requires undocking the system for proper resolution, the anime movie ChaO's unique take on The Little Mermaid, and Framework's concerns about the future of personal computing. Other topics include Marathon's high development budget, the possibility of Link speaking in the Legend of Zelda movie, and discussions around Grand Theft Auto 6's potential delay and pricing. Additionally, Amazon is ending support for older Kindles, a guide for Pokemon Champions' Pokédex is available, and reviews for the Epomaker HE68 Lite keyboard and Final Fantasy 14's upcoming expansion hints are discussed. Finally, Rhythm Heaven Groove has a confirmed summer release date, and Rust 2 is confirmed to not be in development.
Warlocks Win Guardian Games 2026 as Iron Banner Returns to Destiny 2
Warlocks have won the Guardian Games 2026 competition in Destiny 2, as announced by Bungie. The article also notes the return of Iron Banner on April 14 with promised changes and discusses how seasonal events like Guardian Games keep the player base engaged in live-service titles.
Checking In On Marathon A Month After Launch
One month after its launch, Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is being assessed for its performance and position within the genre. The article reflects on the events of the initial launch window and the game's current standing.
Checking In On ‘Marathon’ A Month After Launch
Bungie's new extraction shooter, Marathon, is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The game is set in a futuristic failed human colony and features a PvPvE style of gameplay.
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Bungie's upcoming game Marathon reportedly has a budget exceeding $200 million. While the studio is under pressure to increase its player base, it is not facing an immediate shutdown. The article also briefly mentions the game It Takes Two.
A Love Letter To Gaming's Many Weird Moons
This article explores the recurring presence and diverse interpretations of the Moon in video games, from its use as a setting for combat and puzzles in titles like Portal 2 and Super Mario Odyssey to its symbolic significance in Bloodborne and The Legend of Zelda series. It highlights how games like Destiny and Outer Wilds leverage the Moon's mystique to create unique player experiences, reflecting humanity's fascination with space and celestial bodies.
Marathon Cost $250+ Million To Make
The game Marathon reportedly cost over $250 million to develop, with initial sales of 1.2 million copies insufficient to cover these expenses. Despite the high budget and revenue concerns, the game maintains a daily player count of around 345,000, suggesting potential for future growth with continued support from Sony and Bungie.
"This is not a game that is about to face some sort of imminent shutdown" - Marathon reportedly had a budget of $200m, and while player numbers are dipping, team morale remains good
Marathon reportedly had a development budget exceeding $250 million, with player numbers on Steam dipping significantly since launch. Despite these challenges and concerns typical of live service games, morale at developer Bungie remains positive, and the team is committed to long-term support for the title.
Marathon’s Quarter-Billion Budget Crash-Lands: 1.2M Sales Can’t Save Bungie’s Sci-Fi Dreams
Bungie's sci-fi extraction shooter Marathon, developed with a budget exceeding $250 million, has struggled to retain players since its launch. Despite initial player numbers, concurrent player counts on Steam and Xbox have significantly declined, raising concerns about the game's financial viability and Bungie's future projects under Sony.
Xbox exec who brought Bungie into Microsoft says it's "weird" to see Sony own the creators of Halo: "It was so weird to launch Marathon and see a PlayStation logo"
Former Xbox executive Ed Fries expressed his surprise at seeing Bungie, the creators of Halo, now owned by Sony and developing the game Marathon for PlayStation. Fries, who was instrumental in Microsoft's original acquisition of Bungie 26 years ago, found it surreal to play Marathon on his Xbox and see a PlayStation logo. He admitted he would not have believed this trajectory for Bungie if told 25 years prior.
Marathon Reportedly Had a Budget of Over $200 Million — and While the Pressure Is on Bungie to Gain More Players, It Is Not Facing an Imminent, Concord-Style Shutdown
A new report indicates that Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon has a budget exceeding $200 million. Despite a significant drop in player numbers since its launch, the game is reportedly not facing an imminent shutdown.
You Might Not Want to Know How Much It Reportedly Cost Bungie to Make Marathon
A new report suggests that Bungie's upcoming game Marathon has a development budget exceeding $200 million, potentially reaching over $250 million before ongoing costs. This figure is comparable to or even surpasses the reported budget for Marvel's Spider-Man 2. Despite financial concerns and past project cancellations following Sony's acquisition of Bungie, the studio is reportedly focused on creating new content for Marathon, which has received positive initial feedback.
Xbox co-creator says "it's just not true" gaming is on the decline despite layoff apocalypse
Former Xbox executive Ed Fries argues that the video game industry is not in decline, citing PC game growth and the increasing importance of global markets like China. Despite widespread layoffs and studio closures, Fries believes the industry has historically experienced cyclical swings and continues to show potential for significant growth.
Marathon talks cheaters and toxicity, nerfs knives, and preps mid-season experiments
Bungie is addressing player concerns in Marathon, implementing measures against cheaters and toxic behavior, including easier flagging and stream sniping prevention. A recent tuning update adjusted melee and knife damage to improve game balance. Future updates will include changes to the echo pulse ability, tracker drone buffs, and further gameplay experiments, with network improvements also being tested.
Bungie promises "zero tolerance" for Marathon cheaters with new reporting tools
Bungie is implementing new reporting tools and enhancing cheat detection methods in Marathon to combat cheating and toxicity. The developer has a zero-tolerance policy and is actively banning confirmed cheaters, with further improvements to anti-cheat systems planned. Recent updates also adjusted the game's Bubble Shield and melee combat effectiveness.
As Marathon faces the kind of cheat users Destiny 2 fans know all too well, Bungie promises "we have a zero-tolerance policy" and that anti-cheat improvements are on the way
Bungie has acknowledged the growing problem of cheaters in its new game Marathon, stating a zero-tolerance policy and promising ongoing improvements to anti-cheat measures. The developer confirmed that bans are actively being issued and that telemetry and detection methods are being expanded to better combat cheating, drawing on their experience with Destiny 2. Bungie also plans to enhance the in-game reporting system to notify players when their reports lead to action.
Marathon update 1.0.5.3 patch notes nerfs the Knife and Bubble Shield
Bungie has released update 1.0.5.3 for Marathon, which includes balance changes that nerf the Knife and Bubble Shield. Additionally, a Contract requirement has been updated to remove the "in a single run" stipulation.
All Cryo Archive Contracts - Marathon
This guide details how to complete the obtuse Cryo Archive Contracts assigned by Durandal aboard the UESC Marathon. It aims to provide clarity on the various tasks players must accomplish within the game.
We have a zero-tolerance policy around cheating" - Bungie targets Marathon cheaters as it unveils new plans to combat them
Bungie has stated a zero-tolerance policy towards cheating in Marathon, announcing plans to improve cheat detection and player reporting tools. The developer is actively banning cheaters and will continue to invest in anti-cheat measures to protect the integrity of the game. Future updates will include better voice chat moderation and anti-stream-sniping features.
Games Inbox: What is the best PS5 game?
Readers discuss their favorite PlayStation 5 games, with Elden Ring being a popular choice. The discussion also touches on the potential for Star Fox and Ecco the Dolphin remasters, concerns about developer survival, and the future of live service games.
