Marathon
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Marathon’s Cryo Archive map has officially been unlocked, it looks like a Destiny raid, and Ben Starr is waiting within
The Cryo Archive, Marathon's endgame map, has been unlocked by the community after a period of grinding and solving an ARG. The map, which opens tomorrow, features a trailer narrated by Ben Starr, the original voice of Durandal. Bungie's new content is expected to offer challenging battles and rewarding loot, drawing comparisons to Destiny's raids.
Marathon's competitive mode is so complicated that Bungie made a literal maths test to figure it out, and it…
Bungie has detailed the complex scoring system for Marathon's upcoming ranked mode in an extraction shooter format. To help players understand the intricacies of score targets, loss penalties, and potential gains, the developer has created a 'ranked calculation worksheet' with mathematical problems based on in-game mechanics.
How to complete Paradigm Shift 2 contract in Marathon – Download Protocol G access in Complex
This guide details how to complete the Paradigm Shift 2 contract in Marathon, which requires downloading two pieces of intel within the Dire Marsh map. Players must download Protocol G access from a secured room in the Complex and the quarantine protocol from southern Quarantine, both within the same run, before exfilling.
Marathon Ranked explained: Rules, scoring, and rewards
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon features a complex weekend-only Ranked mode for players level 25 and above. The system involves earning and losing points across six ranks, with mechanics like Holotags, gear ante, and separate Low Stakes and High Stakes queues determining matchmaking and score targets. Seasonal rewards are offered based on the highest rank achieved.
Game Guidance
This guide aims to help new players understand Marathon's unique ranked system. It serves as a resource for those unfamiliar with its mechanics.
Marathon players must blast through 500 million UESC robots to unlock the Cryo Archive map, and it may not take as long as you'd think
Players of Marathon must collectively defeat 500 million UESC robots to unlock the game's final map, the Cryo Archive. While the kill count is progressing steadily, there are theories that progress may accelerate as the target nears. This objective is tied to a symbol-matching mini-game that shrinks in size with every million robots eliminated.
Marathon streamer goes viral after finding a high school best friend through proximity chat he hadn't seen in over…
A Twitch streamer named Crayator, also known as Nathan William Clifford Gordon Ryan, went viral after reuniting with his high school best friend, James, through Marathon's proximity chat. The two had lost contact over a decade ago and reconnected during a livestream, sharing updates on their lives, with James now working as a mental health nurse.
What is the start & end time of Ranked Mode in Marathon?
Marathon's Ranked Mode is currently in beta for a limited time. Players are encouraged to participate in the beta to help shape its development.
Marathon's Cryo Archive Endgame Map Launches Friday, March 20
Bungie is launching the Cryo Archive, Marathon's fourth map and endgame content, on March 20. This new area, set aboard the titular colony ship, will feature raid-style puzzles, activities, and exclusive loot. Players will need to reach Level 25 and meet specific gear requirements to access the challenging new content, which will only be available on weekends.
Destiny 2 And Magic Are Gathering For A Big In-Game Collab
Bungie announced a new in-game collaboration for Destiny 2 with Wizards of the Coast's Magic: The Gathering. The collaboration will introduce armor sets inspired by prominent Magic characters like Chandra Nalaar, Jace Beleren, and Liliana Vess, along with other themed cosmetics. This new cosmetic set will be available in the Eververse store starting March 24.
Cryo Archive unlock progress - How long before we can play Cryo Archive in Marathon?
Players are nearing the unlock of Cryo Archive, the final endgame map in Marathon. The article provides information on how to track the progress toward accessing this ultimate challenge.
Outpost key map - Marathon
This guide details the locations of Access, Supply, and Master Clearance Code keys, as well as Conveyance Request discs within the Drone Wing of the Outpost map in Marathon.
Marathon's ranked system is proving a bit complicated for some, so Bungie released... a maths test?
Bungie has released a 'Ranked Calculation Worksheet' to clarify the complex ranked system for their upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. Game director Joe Zigler explained the philosophy behind the mode, emphasizing rewarding players for taking risks and maximizing run value, which can lead to significant gains or losses.
How to complete Return on Investment 5 contract in Marathon – Rigged UESC supply container location in Canal
This guide details how to complete the 'Return on Investment 5' contract in the game Marathon. It focuses on locating and hacking the rigged UESC supply container in the Canal area of the Dire Marsh map, followed by successfully exfiltrating with the supplies.
Peak extraction shooter is waiting 7 minutes and 38 seconds to kill one guy in particular
This opinion piece delves into the unique tension and emotional investment found in extraction shooters, using Bungie's Marathon as a primary example. The author, Morgan Park, recounts a lengthy encounter that highlights both the thrilling highs and frustrating lows of the genre, particularly when playing solo.
Marathon Season 1 Ranked mode countdown: Exact release date and time
Bungie is launching the Ranked mode for Marathon Season 1 on Saturday, March 21, available on PC and consoles. This mode will be a weekend-exclusive beta experience, requiring players to reach Runner level 25 and offering distinct matchmaking queues based on gear and rank.
How does Ranked mode work in Marathon?
Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter Marathon will feature a unique Ranked mode that emphasizes gear acquisition and extraction over traditional kill counts. Players will use Holotags to enter matchmaking pools with varying stakes, and success is determined by extracting with valuable gear after reaching a target score. The mode will be available on weekends, similar to Destiny 2's Trials of Osiris, with seasonal rewards for reaching different ranks.
Buffs, Nerfs, and Bugs
Marathon players have identified a powerful movement technique that some believe may be overpowered. The article also touches upon general game mechanics and bug discussions within the community.
Marathon players have discovered an incredibly strong movement technique, one that may just be too good to be fair
Marathon players have discovered a powerful movement technique using the Thief Shell's grapple device combined with a slide and jump, granting significant forward momentum with a quickly resetting cooldown. This technique is controversial, with some players calling it an exploit that gives the Thief an unfair advantage, while others argue it represents skillful expression and could lead to interesting meta developments. The article speculates on how Bungie might address this, potentially by adjusting the grapple cooldown.
Marathon’s Cryo Archive ARG has entered its final step, and now its up to players to go on a killing spree
The Alternate Reality Game for Marathon's Cryo Archive map is in its final stage, requiring players to collectively achieve 500 million UESC kills to unlock the new content. Bungie is hosting an event on March 19th at their headquarters, potentially to reveal more information about the map's launch. Game director Joe Ziegler has stated that the Cryo Archive will present a significant challenge to players.