Marathon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Marathon across the outlets.- Marathon review – Joy, pain, and bountiful loot in a dark sci-fi futureMarathon, Bungie's new extraction shooter, offers slick gunplay and deep world-building but is a niche experience for hardcore PvP players. While the game's unique art style and satisfying combat are praised, its steep learning curve and punishing nature may deter some players. Despite potential challenges, the game provides a rewarding experience for those who invest the time, with well-designed maps and engaging endgame content.
- How to exfil from Cryo Archive - MarathonThis guide explains how to successfully exfiltrate from the Cryo Archive map in Marathon. Extracting from this particular map is noted as being more complex than other locations within the game.
After a very fun, but very frustrating, first weekend, Bungie is considering tweaking Marathon's Cryo ArchiveBungie is considering changes to Marathon's Cryo Archive mode based on player feedback from its first weekend. Key discussion points include making the mode available outside of weekends, ensuring essential subroutines drop from solved vaults, and providing options for solo players. Game director Joe Ziegler acknowledged the feedback and stated the team will discuss potential iterations.- Bungie is 'Watching and Ingesting' Your Feedback About Marathon's Cryo Archive And Looking at 'Solutions' For Players Who Can't Get On During the WeekendBungie is actively monitoring player feedback regarding the Cryo Archive mode in their upcoming game, Marathon. The developer is also investigating solutions for players experiencing issues accessing the game during weekends.
BF6 gets a new for fun mode called Shell Shocked, that wasn’t on the roadmap eitherEA has surprise-released a new 32-player mode for Battlefield 6 called Shell Shocked, which was not previously on the game's roadmap. The mode features 4 defenders preparing for a minute before facing 28 attackers armed with defibrillators for melee kills, with defenders using sidearms. This new mode aims to add more content for players and leverage user-generated content possibilities within the live service framework.
Bungie Is Listening As Marathon Players Push For Solo Play And Better Scheduling In Cryo ArchiveBungie is actively listening to player feedback regarding the endgame activity Cryo Archive in Marathon. Game director Joe Ziegler confirmed the studio is reviewing suggestions for improvements, including the possibility of solo play and adjustments to the weekend-only schedule. The team is also considering making Subroutines a guaranteed drop and addressing player concerns about enemy range.
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Games Inbox: Is Marathon worth playing?Readers discuss various gaming topics, including Bungie's time-limited Marathon event, the effectiveness of game advertising for titles like World of Warcraft and Fortnite, and skepticism towards pre-ordering Crimson Desert. There's also a comparison of PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch sales, with a preference for the PS5 for AAA titles, and reflections on the strengths and weaknesses of Resident Evil Requiem.
Marathon Director Looking Into Subroutine Drops and Solo Play Feedback for Cryo ArchiveBungie director Joe Ziegler is looking into player feedback regarding Marathon's new Cryo Archive zone, specifically concerning its weekend-only schedule, lack of solo play, and the drop rate of Subroutines. While no immediate solutions are guaranteed, the team will discuss these topics. Ziegler also teased potential future lore expansions related to aliens.- How to complete the Intercept event in MarathonThis guide provides strategies for completing the challenging Intercept event within the game Marathon. It aims to help players navigate and succeed in this difficult in-run activity.
- Where to use the Terrace Key in MarathonThis guide explains the location where players can use the Terrace Key in the game Marathon. Keys are highlighted as a valuable source of in-game loot.
- Marathon's Cryo Archive is a hit, but Bungie admits it needs to be more accessibleBungie acknowledges that the Marathon Cryo Archive, an endgame mission similar to Destiny raids, is highly successful but suffers from excessive restrictions. The company plans to address accessibility issues with the mission.
What we've been playing - "It's like Supermarket Sweep if you can get up quick enough"Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences, with one player finding Slay the Spire 2 challenging and frustrating due to RNG. Another discusses their extensive playtime in the live service game Marathon on PlayStation 5, focusing on creating personal goals and engaging in unique player interactions. A third player revisits Spyro Adventure on Game Boy Advance, appreciating its continued difficulty, while another expresses admiration for Marathon's atmosphere and design but acknowledges a lack of time to fully commit to it.
Marathon's Cryo Archive is locked to weekends partly because you're going to "lose a lot of gear" and you need time to grind during the week, director saysMarathon's endgame activity, the Cryo Archive, is currently locked to weekends, a decision defended by game director Joe Ziegler. He explains that the time-gating is intended to allow players to grind for gear during the week, as significant gear loss is expected in the challenging mode. Bungie is considering adjustments to the schedule and other conditions for the activity.
'Is Marathon a success? Unfortunately, no, not yet' — Former Xbox exec says Bungie's new extraction shooter was built at a scale and cost that the current market 'simply isn't rewarding'Former Microsoft executive Laura Fryer believes Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon, despite having a dedicated player base, has not yet achieved success due to its high development cost and scale not being rewarded by the current market. She notes that while player numbers are decent for a $40 game in a crowded genre, the studio faces a significant challenge to justify the investment, especially considering Sony's acquisition of Bungie and the underperformance of Destiny 2.
Marathon's ultra challenging raid-like Cryo Archive map releases in only a few hours, here's what you need to knowBungie is releasing the challenging Cryo Archive map for Marathon, its hardest activity to date, on March 20th. This raid-like experience requires players to team up in groups of three to tackle PvE fights and other players across six wings, with unique loot available in unlockable cryo vaults. Accessing the map requires an account level of 25, connection with all six factions, and a minimum gear score of 5,000 credits.- ARGs and Easter EggsBungie released the launch trailer for Marathon's Cryo Archive. The trailer showcases elements related to Alternate Reality Games and Easter Eggs within the game's lore.
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Marathon's All-Important Endgame Mode Cryo Archive Is Finally HereBungie has released the Cryo Archive, the endgame raid mode for its first-person shooter Marathon, on March 20th. This mode focuses on high-intensity PvPvE combat, Vault chases, and risky extractions, requiring players to be Level 25 with unlocked factions and a 5,000 credit loadout. While the game has received a warm reception, its sales performance on both PC and consoles is still being evaluated.