Marathon
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PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred
PC Gamer magazine's latest issue features an exclusive preview of Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred, including hands-on gameplay and developer interviews. The issue also includes previews for Directive 8020 and Crimson Desert, reviews for several other titles, and a feature on the best PC RPGs.
Dead by Daylight studio Behaviour Interactive confirms redundancies
Behaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight, has confirmed a new round of redundancies due to a decline in demand for mobile and casual external development projects. The company stated that these decisions are difficult and expressed gratitude for the contributions of the affected employees. The article also reports on a significant increase in US consumer spending on video games in March 2026, driven by strong hardware sales, particularly for the Nintendo Switch 2.
US: Nintendo Switch 2 was No.1 hardware in March 2026
The Nintendo Switch 2 was the best-selling hardware in the United States for March 2026, followed by the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. MLB: The Show 26 was the best-selling game of the month. Nintendo's digital sales figures were not included in the report.
Morning Patches
Several games have received recent updates, including Brave Escape's Major Update 1.7.0 and Frosthaven: Into the Abyss. Marathon also saw update 1.0.6.1. The article also briefly mentions unofficial patches, mods, and an update for Crimson Desert.
Nintendo Switch 2 sales beat Sony's PS5 thanks to Pokémon Pokopia
The Nintendo Switch 2 reclaimed the top spot in US console sales for March 2026, driven by the release of Pokémon Pokopia. This marks a significant turnaround after the PlayStation 5 outsold the Switch 2 in the preceding months. Despite earlier concerns about Western sales momentum, the Switch 2's year-to-date performance remains strong, with hardware spending seeing a substantial year-over-year increase.
45+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Big Games Big Deals Sale
The PlayStation Store is currently hosting its Big Games Big Deals sale, featuring thousands of discounted PS5 and PS4 titles until May 6, 2026. The article highlights a curated selection of recommended games, many of which are at their lowest-ever prices.
Mar 2026 USA Sales: Pokémon-Powered Switch 2 Finally Beats 5-Year-Old PS5
In March 2026, the Nintendo Switch surpassed the PlayStation 5 in US sales, marking a shift after the latter's five-year dominance. Despite a year-over-year increase, the PlayStation 5 saw its sales dip before a price increase on April 2nd. Sony-published titles MLB The Show 26 and Marathon performed exceptionally well, topping software charts and contributing to a 12% overall industry spend increase.
US Gaming Sales Data for March 2026 Shows Beasties Can't Beat Baseball
Circana's March 2026 US gaming sales data reveals MLB The Show 26 as the top-selling game for the month, surpassing Resident Evil Requiem. Despite strong performances from other titles like WWE 2K26 and Marathon, baseball and wrestling games dominated the charts. The Nintendo Switch led hardware sales, with the PlayStation 5 in second place, while the Xbox Series X|S showed declining performance.
Best-selling games in the U.S. for March 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia lands in the top 5
Circana has released the top-selling video games in the U.S. for March 2026, with MLB The Show 26 leading the list. Pokemon Pokopia debuted at number 5, despite Nintendo not reporting digital sales for the game-key card title. Monster Hunter Stories 3 also made its debut on the chart at number 7.
March 2026 Was A Huge Month For Console Sales In The US
US gaming hardware sales in March 2026 surged by 69% year-over-year to $500 million, primarily driven by the new Nintendo Switch model. The PlayStation 5 also saw a 3% increase in sales. The Nintendo Switch was the best-selling console for both units and dollars in March and year-to-date.
Marathon Changes Announced
Bungie has announced changes to its extraction shooter Marathon, doubling the inventory capacity for Depleted Patch Kits and Depleted Shield Charges. These adjustments aim to reduce the game's punishing difficulty for new players.
These New Releases Gave Game Spending A Much-Needed Boost In March
US video game spending reached $5.3 billion in March, a 12% increase year-over-year, driven by new releases like Crimson Desert, MLB The Show 26, and Pokemon Pokopia. Hardware spending also saw a significant 69% jump, with the Nintendo Switch 2 leading sales, followed by the PlayStation 5.
Marathon Update 1.0.6.1 patch notes address UI and item economy
Marathon received update 1.0.6.1 on April 21, 2026, which includes adjustments to the user interface and the item economy. The patch notes detail the specific changes implemented in this latest update.
New Marathon update bolsters free kit meds, and solo runs are all the better for it
Bungie has released a new update for the extraction shooter Marathon that increases the stack size of depleted medkits and shield charges, and expands the number of meds found in Standard Sponsored Kits. These changes aim to improve survivability for players, especially those using free loadouts or playing solo. The patch also includes bug fixes and improves the accuracy of the radial menu selections.
Marathon's secretly been telling you to "kill for mommy," community lead salutes the first thirsty…
Bungie's community lead Andy Salisbury is humorously engaging with players who discovered a "kill for mommy" message on weapon skins in the game Marathon. The discovery, made by dataminers, has led to a playful community reaction, with Salisbury acknowledging the fan interpretations.
Marathon’s latest update makes a major quality of life change to in-match looting
Marathon's latest update, version 1.0.6.1, introduces significant quality-of-life improvements, primarily focused on in-match looting and bug fixes. Key changes include doubling the stack size for Depleted Patch Kits and Depleted Shield Charges to six, increasing daily stock limits for certain Sponsored Kits, and improving the drop rate of healing items from Recruits. The update also addresses several combat and user interface issues.
Bungie’s Limited Edition Marathon Controller Just Got a Hefty Price Cut at Amazon and Walmart
Bungie's limited edition Marathon controller for the PlayStation 5 has received a significant price reduction shortly after its release. The controller is available at a reduced price on both Amazon and Walmart.
Former PlayStation Exec Shuhei Yoshida Says He Was Fired After Top Boss Asked Him To Do "Ridiculous Things"
Former PlayStation executive Shuhei Yoshida revealed he was removed from his role leading Worldwide Studios in 2019 because he refused to comply with directives from then-top boss Jim Ryan. Yoshida stated Ryan asked him to do "ridiculous things," which he declined, leading to his reassignment to support independent creators. This departure occurred before Yoshida's eventual retirement from PlayStation in 2025.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
The popular shotgun in Marathon is receiving its second nerf, alongside other balance adjustments and bug fixes. Further details on the specific changes are expected.
Marathon's most popular shotgun is getting nerfed a second time, as Bungie worries it is 'eclipsing a lot of the other short range options that exist in the game'
Bungie is implementing a second nerf to the WSTR shotgun in Marathon, aiming to prevent it from overshadowing other short-range weapon options. The upcoming update will prevent the shotgun from downing enemies with blue shields or higher in two shots, forcing a reload and allowing for more counterplay. The WSTR will still be effective against green-shielded enemies, maintaining its utility for newer players.
