Marathon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Marathon across the outlets.- Marathon is adding one of its most requested features this week, but with a catchBungie is introducing a limited-time duos queue for its game Marathon as an experimental feature. Game director Joe Ziegler confirmed the test will run for two weeks starting March 18, focusing on the Perimeter map and premade teams of two. This feature is a direct response to player requests since the closed alpha, with Bungie aiming to gather feedback for future implementation.
- Dags att gissa Crimson Desert-betyg i FZ High ScoreFZ High Score is inviting users to predict the review score for the upcoming action game Crimson Desert, with submissions due by midnight. This is part of season 8 of FZ High Score, which runs through March and also includes predictions for Marathon, World of Warcraft Midnight, Greedfall: The Dying World, Screamer, and Life is Strange: Reunion.
The best extraction shooters on PC or: how I learned there are other games like Arc RaidersThis article explores the extraction shooter genre on PC, highlighting seven recommended games. It details the core mechanics of securing loot and the risk of losing it upon death, while also noting the genre's flexibility with examples ranging from PvP-focused titles like Arc Raiders and Marathon to singleplayer experiences like Escape from Duckov and the hardcore simulation of Escape from Tarkov.
How to complete the Marathon Equitable Distribution contract for TraxusThis guide provides a walkthrough for completing the four parts of the Marathon Equitable Distribution priority contract for Traxus. It details the locations of Self-Erasing Data Drives, Transport Drones, Unstable Gunmetal, and UESC Commanders within various in-game areas like Perimeter and Dire Marsh.
From Starfield to Fallout: Devs Want More Than Just 'Po... | TAGIn a refreshing move for the industry, Atlus is raising salaries and reducing fixed overtime, bucking the trend of layoffs and crunch. Meanwhile, reviews are out for the Pulsar X3 CrazyLight Mini mouse, and Amy Madigan's Oscar win for 'Weapons' is being compared to Heath Ledger's Joker. The article also touches on the risks of $70 games on Steam, player expectations for Grand Theft Auto 6's multiplayer, upcoming challenges in Marathon, a new Fallout Chicago mod, a guide to finding an item in Pokémon Pokopia, and composer Inon Zur's belief that Starfield will become legendary. News also includes layoffs at Warner Bros. Games Montréal, new codes for Animal Training, and the announcement of a Firefly animated series.
Does Marathon's story have you confused? This fan-made timeline is a fantastic way to figure it all outA fan-created timeline website, timeline.bumgie, has been developed to help players understand the complex story of the Marathon video game series. The timeline covers all major events from the original 1994 game through Marathon 2, Marathon Infinity, Pathways Into Darkness, and the upcoming 2026 title, Marathon. While not essential for enjoying the new game, understanding the series' lore enhances the experience.- Marathon’s endgame map may be on the verge of unlocking as its community bands together to solve complex ARGBungie's Marathon is nearing the unlock of its endgame map, Cryo Archive, as the community works to solve a complex Alternate Reality Game (ARG). The ARG has revealed teaser videos and details about the new map, which requires players to be level 25 and have unlocked all factions. The community's progress suggests a release date announcement is imminent, potentially this weekend, two weeks after the game's launch.
New Marathon update takes players closer to finally unlocking the Cryo Archive map, once they figure out more…Bungie's new FPS Marathon is nearing the unlock of the Cryo Archive map through an ongoing Alternate Reality Game (ARG). Players have been solving seven intricate puzzles, with the latest update bringing them closer to accessing this new area. The challenges are designed to reward dedicated players and encourage deep engagement with the game's lore and factions.
Marathon Begins A Duos-Mode Experiment This Week?Marathon game director Joe Ziegler announced an experimental duos mode for Bungie's shooter, allowing players to team up in pairs. This limited-time test will begin on March 18th on the Perimeter map and is intended to gather data for potential future implementation. Ziegler indicated that more experimental modes are planned as the game evolves.- How to unlock the Profiteer Title - MarathonThis guide explains how to unlock the 'Profiteer' title in the game Marathon. The title is intended to signify players who are adept at acquiring in-game loot.
Marathon dev effortlessly bodies haters who say Bungie's not the studio that made Halo anymore—rattles off 40 Halo OGs who still work there and says he can list more if you wantBungie UI designer Elliott Gray responded to claims that the studio is no longer the creator of Halo by listing 40 original developers who still work there. Gray stated this is just a partial list of employees who worked on Halo titles and remain at the company. Former Destiny vice president Mark Noseworthy also commented, emphasizing the importance of cultural and technological legacies within a studio.
Marathon’s Cryo Archive release date seemingly teased with new promo timer detailsThe release date for Marathon's Cryo Archive map appears to be teased through a promotional timer on the CryoArchive.systems website, with the community speculating a March 20 launch. Unlock requirements suggest players need to reach level 25 and unlock all factions, indicating a significant in-game progression requirement.- Marathon's new update is making vaults feel roomier, and it solves my biggest gripeMarathon's latest update, version 1.0.5, significantly increases the stack sizes for certain items within vaults. This change aims to alleviate player frustration with inventory management by making loot clearing less time-consuming.
- How to upgrade Rook in MarathonThis guide explains how to upgrade the starting equipment for the character Rook in the game Marathon. Rook begins runs with minimal gear, but players can enhance their capabilities through dedicated effort within the game.
Marathon designer shuts down claims that nobody who worked on Halo was involved in Bungie's latest FPS: "Damn i'll have to tell this to Chris Butcher, and Jason Jones, and Tom Gioconda, and..."A Bungie UI designer has refuted claims that no one involved in the development of Halo is still at the studio and working on their new game, Marathon. The designer listed numerous individuals who worked on Halo and are still employed by Bungie, suggesting the 'from the makers of Halo' descriptor is appropriate. Former Destiny VP Mark Noseworthy added that cultural and technology legacies are passed down within studios.- Marathon review in progress - exquisite gunplay and striking aesthetics cover up some frustrating cracksDespite some frustrating elements, Marathon's exquisite gunplay and striking aesthetics have kept the reviewer engaged. The article suggests that while not a perfect experience, the game's core mechanics are compelling.
- How to unlock Cryo Archive in MarathonThis guide explains how to unlock the upcoming Cryo Archive map in Marathon. Players must complete two main objectives: unlock all six factions by finishing their introduction contracts and reach level 25 by completing in-game contracts and engaging in combat. These requirements are necessary before the map is officially added to the game.
Marathon's latest update adds a locked-off fourth map, indicating the extraction shooter's hardest challenge will soon be revealedMarathon's latest update introduces a locked-off fourth map called Cryo Archive, signaling the imminent release of the extraction shooter's most challenging content. This update coincides with the unlocking of the sixth stage in the game's ongoing Alternate Reality Game (ARG), which provides hints about the requirements for accessing the new map, including contacting in-game factions and reaching level 25.- Marathon review: Brilliant extraction tension and frustration - NotebookcheckBungie's Marathon is a tense PvPvE extraction shooter available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players take on contracts as cybernetic Runners on Tau Ceti IV, battling AI and human opponents while attempting to exfiltrate with their loot.
Marathon review: Brilliant extraction tension and frustration - NotebookcheckMarathon offers brilliant extraction tension and satisfying gunplay, though its user interface is a weak point. Despite its unforgiving nature, players generally feel a sense of progress even after dying frequently. The game's sound design is particularly praised, and its art direction has grown on many players.