Marathon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Marathon across the outlets.
How to complete Equitable Distribution in MarathonThis guide details how to complete the four stages of the Equitable Distribution priority quest in Marathon. Players will need to find specific items like the Self-Erasing Data Drive and Unstable Gunmetal, deliver them to DCON locations, scan drones, and ultimately hunt down a UESC Commander. Completing these objectives rewards players with loot and progresses their standing with the Traxus faction.
Best weapons in MarathonThis guide details the best weapons available in the extraction shooter Marathon, categorizing 28 different guns into tiers. It highlights the effectiveness of shotguns and sniper rifles for different combat scenarios and provides explanations for top-tier picks like the WSTR Combat Shotgun and Repeater HPR.
Marathon Players Report Keeping Server-Slam Loot In Full GamePlayers of Bungie's Marathon have reported instances where loot earned during the Server Slam beta test has carried over into the full game, contrary to the developer's intention for a fresh start. This bug, where items were found in the in-game mailbox, is likely to be addressed by Bungie soon.
Marathon Runner Tier List: The best Runners for solo and group playThis article provides a tier list for the Runners in the game Marathon, evaluating their effectiveness in solo and group play. It details the abilities and roles of each Runner, including Assassin, Destroyer, Recon, Rook, Triage, Thief, and Vandal, offering insights into their strengths and weaknesses for different playstyles.
Everything That Happened in Gaming While You Were Busy | TAGBungie's Marathon has received an age rating for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, though official last-gen support remains unconfirmed. The studio also announced that Marathon's battle passes will not expire, allowing players to progress at their own pace. Additionally, the Pokémon TCG schedule for 2026 revealed the return of Mega Evolutions, and Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is set to stream on Peacock on April 3, 2026.
Marathon PS4 and Xbox One Release Potentially Revealed by ESRB RatingAn ESRB rating for Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon has listed PlayStation 4 and Xbox One as platforms, suggesting potential ports for the last-generation consoles. While the rating also includes PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, the inclusion of older platforms may indicate Bungie is working on bringing the game to a wider audience, though this remains unconfirmed.
Marathon roadmap - all updates coming in 2026Bungie has outlined its 2026 roadmap for the upcoming FPS game Marathon, detailing content updates planned for the year. The game will feature seasonal content drops every three months, each with a unique theme, server wipe, new gameplay modifiers, and narrative progression. Key additions include new maps like Cryo Archive, a ranked queue, new Runner shells, weapons, and a system for customizing Runner stats.
With Marathon's release imminent, Bungie say it's got "no pay for power" microtransactions and confirm seasonal rewards will stick aroundAhead of its March 5th release, Bungie has detailed Marathon's monetization, confirming "no pay for power" microtransactions and that seasonal rewards will remain accessible indefinitely. The game will feature two in-game currencies: LUX, purchasable with real money for cosmetics, and SILK, earned through gameplay for regular seasonal rewards. Bungie also stated that seasonal content will be free for all players.
Marathon promises to avoid stressful FOMO-inducing battle passes, and that there's "no pay for power" microtransactionsBungie has detailed Marathon's seasonal reward passes, confirming they will remain in the game permanently and will not expire, unlike typical battle passes in live service games. The developer emphasized that there will be no "pay for power" microtransactions, with premium currency only used for cosmetics and in-game currency earnable without real money.
After Cancelling Most PC Ports, Sony Promotes New 'PC Ready' ControllerSony is promoting a new 'PC ready' controller bundle for the PlayStation 5, despite reports of cancelling most PC ports for its single-player first-party games. While some titles like Marvel's Wolverine will no longer be ported, live service games such as Marathon and Helldivers 2 will continue to release on PC and potentially other platforms like Xbox Series X.
Marathon Is Live, But Deluxe Edition And Other Bonuses May Be Missing For NowBungie's new sci-fi extraction shooter Marathon is now live, but players are experiencing delays in receiving Deluxe Edition bonuses, Twitch Drop rewards, and other earned items. The developer is investigating these issues, with some rewards potentially taking up to 48 hours to appear. Despite these initial hiccups, the game is performing well on Steam, with a high concurrent player count.
Bungie Reveals Marathon Premium Currency, LUX, Promises It Can't Be Used to Buy Gameplay Advantages - IGNBungie has revealed that Marathon's premium currency, LUX, will not be usable for purchasing gameplay advantages, with all seasonal content and playable characters being free. Premium Pass rewards will be limited to cosmetic items, and a separate currency called Silk, earned through gameplay, is used for rewards passes and cannot be bought. Cosmetics can also be acquired via the Codex or purchased directly.
Bungie reveals Marathon’s Reward Passes never expire and can be completed anytimeBungie has revealed details about Marathon's "Reward Passes," which function like battle passes but do not expire and can be completed at any time, eliminating FOMO. Seasonal content will be free for all players, with no "pay for power" mechanics. While players can purchase previous seasons' passes, the premium currency "Lux" is primarily for cosmetic items and cannot be used to speed up battle pass progression.
Marathon lands surprise PS4 and Xbox One age rating ahead of launch, but should last-gen players really get their hopes up?Marathon has received an ESRB rating that includes mentions of PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions, despite not being officially announced for last-gen consoles. Developer Bungie has not yet commented on the rating, leaving speculation about potential backward compatibility for the recently launched multiplayer shooter.- Hallelujah, Bungie's confirmed that Marathon's battle passes don't expire, you can purchase old ones, and…Bungie has confirmed that Marathon's battle passes will not expire and can be purchased retroactively, alleviating concerns about FOMO. The game will feature seasonal wipes that reset progress but introduce new content like maps and weapons. Marathon will use two currencies: Silk, earned through gameplay for battle pass progression, and Lux, a premium currency for the in-game store.
Sony will no longer bring its first-party games to PCs, marking a major shiftSony is reportedly shifting its strategy and will no longer release major single-player PlayStation 5 games on PC, reversing a trend that began in 2020. While some online titles and games from external developers will still receive PC ports, this decision may limit future access to Sony's flagship titles on the platform. The change is attributed to weaker sales of recent PC ports and concerns about brand dilution.- Marathon release date and time, gameplay, and trailersMarathon, a reimagining of Bungie's 1994 first-person shooter, is set to release soon. Further details regarding the release date, time, gameplay, and available trailers are expected.
7 Marathon Beginner Tips To Help You Survive On Tau CetiBungie's extraction shooter Marathon, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, offers a complex gameplay experience with a steep learning curve. This guide provides seven beginner tips to improve survival chances, including utilizing free loadouts, managing the heat meter by crouching, always bringing extra ammo and healing items, bartering at Faction shops, using controller-specific looting mechanics, aiming for headshots, and employing stealth tactics.- Uppgifter: Playstation slutar släppa sina stora singleplayer-spel på pcAccording to a Bloomberg report citing sources familiar with the company's plans, Sony is reportedly ceasing the release of its major single-player PlayStation titles on PC. While online games like Marathon and Marvel's Avengers will continue, titles such as Ghost of Yōtei and Saros are expected to remain exclusive to the PlayStation 5. This shift is reportedly due to lower-than-expected PC sales for some titles and concerns about hindering PS5 sales, though the strategy is not considered final and could change.
Marathon Review In Progress | Console CreaturesThis in-progress review of Marathon highlights its potential as an extraction shooter but criticizes its messy UI, confusing onboarding, and high barrier to entry for new players. While the gunplay and abilities are satisfying, the game's visual clutter and lack of clear tutorials detract from the experience. A final judgment awaits the release of the endgame zone, Cryo Archive.