Marathon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Marathon across the outlets.- Does Marathon have duos? Matchmaking modes, explainedMarathon currently does not feature a dedicated duos matchmaking mode, launching instead with an exclusive trios queue. Players can queue solo or in duos by disabling party fill, but will still be matched against trios. Bungie has acknowledged player feedback regarding duos matchmaking and is considering it for future updates.
- What are Schemas in Marathon?Schemas in the game Marathon are vouchers that allow players to purchase specific weapons and items from the Armory at any time, bypassing stock or faction availability. These items are unlocked through the season one Rewards Pass using SILK, the free in-game currency. Each Schema can be used up to three times and may be subject to seasonal wipes.
- Marathon players rip ‘worst value for your money’ battle pass, and they definitely have a pointPlayers of Bungie's new live-service shooter Marathon are criticizing its first battle pass, calling it the "worst value for your money." Concerns include the lack of premium currency rewards and the overall low quality of cosmetic items offered, especially compared to other live-service titles. Players are urging others to not purchase the pass to send a message to the developer.
Marathon's aura-farming NPCs show just how bland and lifeless Arc Raiders' AI-voiced characters really areThis article compares the character presentation in Bungie's upcoming game Marathon with Embark Studios' Arc Raiders. While Arc Raiders features bland, AI-voiced characters, Marathon distinguishes itself with stylized intro cinematics and strong voice acting for its faction representatives, creating a more engaging and memorable experience.
Slay the Spire 2's launch has been so incredibly successful, the studio had to apologise for a joke about Marathon that now "seems a bit meaner than it was intended"Mega Crit co-founder Casey Yano apologized for a joke made about Bungie's Marathon after Slay the Spire 2's launch significantly surpassed Marathon's concurrent player count on Steam. While Marathon launched on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, Slay the Spire 2, a PC-only release, achieved over 430,000 concurrent players compared to Marathon's peak of 88,000.- Engagement RingMarathon's launch player numbers on PC are approximately half of those seen during the Server Slam event. This indicates a lower initial engagement for the game compared to its previous beta test.
- Issues and ActivismAn artist has come forward, stating that Bungie used their work in the game Marathon without permission. This situation highlights issues of copyright and artist attribution within the game development industry.
- Game GuidanceThis guide provides 10 essential tips for players new to Marathon. It aims to help newcomers navigate their initial experiences and improve their chances of survival in the game.
Marathon Deluxe Edition owners have already found a resource exploit to speed through the Reward PassOwners of the Marathon Deluxe Edition have discovered an exploit that allows them to rapidly progress through the game's Reward Pass by repeatedly restarting the game to re-earn in-game currency. Bungie has previously warned of permanent bans for cheating, and it remains to be seen if players will be punished or if progress will be reset once the bug is patched.
'The whole map was friendly, and we all extracted together': Peaceful lobbies exist in Marathon after all, though I don't feel safe putting it to the testDespite Marathon's PvP focus, instances of peaceful player interaction and cooperative extraction have been observed, challenging initial expectations. While the game is more violent than Arc Raiders, avoiding conflict can sometimes be a winning strategy for completing objectives and securing gear.- How to download Malware from West Gate in Marathon – Protect/Destroy 2 guideThis guide details how to complete the Protect/Destroy 2 contract in Marathon, a task for the MIDA faction. It breaks down the contract into three parts: downloading malware from a terminal in the West Gate gatehouse, submitting a dropship request south of Canal, and uploading the malware to the UESC dropship.
How to tag marked locations to complete Protect/Destroy in MarathonThis guide explains how to complete the Protect/Destroy 3 contract in Marathon, which involves tagging marked locations in Dire Marsh. It details how to install the UV Protocol and then locate and tag three specific walls in the Maintenance area to progress the quest.- Marathon’s initial launch sees solid early numbers, monetization complaints, and a few odd bugsMarathon, Bungie's new PvPvE Extraction FPS, has seen strong initial player numbers on PC with over 88,000 players on Steam and positive user reviews across PC, Xbox, and PlayStation. However, the launch has also been met with complaints regarding the monetization of in-game skins and cash shop bundles, as well as some bugs and issues with pre-order reward delivery.
- How to complete Order/Chaos in MarathonThis guide details how to complete the Order/Chaos priority contract in Bungie's Marathon. Players must trigger alarms and hack encrypted data across Dire Marsh, which involves defeating a Security Commander for credentials and downloading data from a terminal in Maintenance.
Data Reconstruction Quest Guide In MarathonThis guide details how to complete the Data Reconstruction contract in Marathon, a quest for the NuCaloric faction. It breaks down the three-part objective, which involves scanning bioprinters and downloading data on the Perimeter and Dire Marsh maps.- What We Played – Esoteric Ebb, Marathon & Planet of Lana 2This article provides previews of three upcoming games: Esoteric Ebb, Marathon, and Planet of Lana 2. The content focuses on early impressions and gameplay details for these titles.
What are Schemas in Marathon and how to get them?Schemas in Marathon are special items found on Tau Ceti that unlock the ability to purchase specific weapons from Armory traders. Players can obtain Schemas through the Rewards Pass or by extracting them during runs from loot containers. These unlocked weapons are typically base quality and require mods to improve.
Artist whose work was used in Marathon without permission now has a credit in the gameArtist Fern "Antireal" Hook, whose work was used in Marathon without permission, has been credited as a visual design consultant in the game's final release. Following an investigation and resolution with Bungie and Sony Interactive Entertainment, Hook's name appears in the credits. Marathon recently launched on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
How To Increase Your Backpack Inventory Size In MarathonIn the extraction shooter Marathon, increasing backpack inventory size is crucial for carrying more loot. The only way to expand inventory is by equipping better backpacks, which can be found through looting or purchased from the Armory after unlocking specific skills. These backpacks offer additional slots beyond the default eight, with rarer versions providing up to 24 extra slots.
How To Unlock Each Marathon FactionThis guide explains how to unlock the six factions in the game Marathon: CyberAcme, NuCaloric, Traxus, MIDA, Arachne, and Sekiguchi. Players must complete specific "Liaison Contracts" after finishing initial "Welcome to Tau Ceti" contracts for CyberAcme to unlock the remaining factions and access their unique upgrades and contracts.