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Bungie admits Marathon "did not reach as many players as we had hoped," shares plans to evolve the game for "a sustainable future" while committing to Destiny
Bungie has acknowledged that its new game Marathon did not reach its player count goals and plans to evolve the title into a survival experience for a more sustainable future. The developer also reaffirmed its commitment to Destiny 2 following recent layoffs.
Destiny Isn’t Dead After All, Bungie Admits It Lost Sight Of What Players Loved
Bungie has admitted to losing player trust by straying from what made its games beloved, particularly with Destiny 2. The studio plans to restore previously removed content like the Red War campaign and raids, and evolve Marathon beyond its extraction-shooter format. Bungie acknowledges past mistakes and commits to earning back player trust through its games.
Bungie says "we are not done with Destiny" and promises to restore all that content it deleted:…
Bungie has announced plans to restore previously removed content, including campaigns and destinations, back into Destiny 2. Studio leadership acknowledged the decision to vault content was a mistake and committed to bringing it back to meet current game standards, aiming to recapture the game's original promise and build a stronger future for the franchise.
Bungie Bosses Promise to ‘Evolve’ Marathon, Deny Game Will ‘Replace’ Destiny
Bungie Studio Head Poria Torkan and Head of Product Josh Dean have stated their intention to 'evolve' the upcoming game Marathon. They also denied claims that Marathon will 'replace' the studio's existing live-service game, Destiny, amidst significant internal changes at Bungie.
Sony Turned The DualSense Into Live, Laugh, Love For Lisa’s New PS5 Controller
Sony has released a new PlayStation 5 DualSense controller in collaboration with Blackpink member Lisa, featuring her personal favorite colorway and designs inspired by her signature look. The controller, priced at $85, will be available for preorder starting October 2. This collaboration comes amidst ongoing public backlash against Sony for various decisions, including price hikes and studio closures.
“We Are Not Done With Destiny,” Says Bungie, Starting With Restoring Destiny 2’s Removed Content
Bungie has announced its commitment to restoring removed content from Destiny 2, including old campaigns and planets previously placed in the Destiny Content Vault. The developer acknowledges the impact of these removals on player trust and aims to make amends by updating and reintroducing these experiences. This initiative is seen as foundational to Bungie's future, with plans for more stories and worlds within the Destiny universe, while also providing updates on the development of their new game, Marathon.
ARC Raiders’ Massive Frozen Trail Update is Getting a First Look on September 23rd
Embark Studios will reveal the "Frozen Trail" update for ARC Raiders on September 23rd, with the content drop officially launching on October 8th. This update is described as the game's biggest yet, featuring a new map, new threats, progression goals, and new gadgets. Despite a slowdown in sales, ARC Raiders has achieved significant success for Embark Studios and parent company Nexon.
Marvel’s Wolverine Sets PS5 Sales Record Despite Massive Criticism
Despite a lukewarm critical reception, Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine has set a PlayStation 5 sales record, selling an estimated 1.9 million copies and generating $130 million in revenue. The game's sales figures surpass those of other major PlayStation 5 titles like MLB The Show, though analysts caution that mixed reviews may impact future sales.
No, Bungie’s Marathon is not becoming a stealth sequel to Destiny 2
Bungie has officially debunked rumors suggesting that its upcoming game Marathon is secretly a sequel to Destiny 2. A developer confirmed that while both games share Bungie's DNA, they are independent IPs and not being merged.
Following wide-ranging leaks, Bungie says Marathon is not 'merging' with Destiny
Bungie has denied a widespread leak suggesting that its upcoming game Marathon will merge with Destiny. Marathon creative director Julia Nardin clarified that the two IPs are independent, despite sharing Bungie's DNA. The leak also claimed Marathon would be free-to-play and borrow mechanics from Destiny 2.
Bungie Denies Rumor It Plans to Merge the Destiny and Marathon IPs, Confirms Marathon December and March 2027 Updates Are Free
Bungie has officially denied rumors suggesting plans to merge the Destiny and Marathon intellectual properties. The studio confirmed that updates for Marathon scheduled for December and March 2027 will be provided free of charge.
Marathon Overhaul Planned as Bungie Pivots to PvE
Bungie is overhauling its extraction shooter Marathon, shifting focus towards permanent PvE experiences and implementing a progression reset. This change comes after player feedback highlighted a need for more depth and variety. The studio is also moving away from strict seasonal schedules to allow for more flexible development and testing of major features.
Wardogs has already made more money than Marathon, and its Steam launch momentum is ahead of Arc Raiders and Helldivers 2
Wardogs has achieved significant commercial success on Steam, selling over 2.2 million copies and generating $70 million in revenue, outperforming Bungie's Marathon and showing stronger initial momentum than Arc Raiders and Helldivers 2. The game's pricing strategy is cited as a key factor in its success, though developer Bulkhead faces scrutiny over its work culture and CEO Joe Brammer's controversial comments.
WARDOGS: Why Players Keep Coming Back
WARDOGS, a competitive multiplayer military sim shooter from Bulkhead Studios, has achieved significant success with over two million copies sold in five days and a peak of nearly 430,000 concurrent players on Steam. Its appeal lies in its realistic military simulation aspects, combined with a unique sandbox freedom that allows players to engage in various activities beyond traditional combat, such as building fortifications or transporting teammates. Despite some balance issues and hit registration problems, WARDOGS offers a compelling experience that stands out against larger AAA titles.
Marathon creative director shoots down rumored merge with Destiny 2: 'Please don't believe everything you read…
Marathon creative director Julia Nardin has debunked rumors of a potential merge between Bungie's Marathon and Destiny 2 IPs. Nardin, who has worked on both titles, stated on X that the 'leak' is fake and that while the games share Bungie's DNA, they are independent entities. This statement comes in response to a 4chan post that also made claims about Marathon potentially shifting to a free-to-play model.
Bungie shuts down leak claiming Destiny will be revived through a merger with Marathon
Bungie has officially denied a rumor claiming that Destiny would be merged with Marathon to revive the series. Bungie veteran Julia Nardin stated that the leak is fake and that while the games share Bungie's DNA, they are independent IPs. The rumor suggested internal testing to combine the IPs and foreshadow future Destiny projects.
Wardogs Outpacing Arc Raiders and Helldivers 2 on Steam and Has Already Made More Money Than Marathon Across All Platforms to Date, Analysis Shows
New data indicates that the game Wardogs is outselling both Arc Raiders and Helldivers 2 on Steam at launch. Furthermore, Wardogs has already generated more revenue across all platforms than Marathon has to date.
Bungie is overhauling Marathon from its original extraction shooter vision
Bungie is significantly overhauling its upcoming shooter Marathon, shifting focus from its original extraction shooter vision to include a permanent PvE mode called Symbiosis. This change, along with a move away from strict seasonal schedules, comes amidst ongoing development pressures and recent layoffs at the studio, including some Marathon developers. Parent company Sony remains supportive of the game's future.
Marathon's next major update runs a few months further away, permanent PvE in hand, as Bungie ditch their "strict seasonal schedule"
Bungie has delayed the next major update for Marathon, originally scheduled for September 22nd, to December 8th. This update, titled Symbiosis, will introduce a permanent PvE mode and other features. Bungie is also shifting away from a strict seasonal schedule to allow more flexibility in development and testing, aiming to address player feedback for more depth and variety.
Brutally Hard And Tense FPS Escape From Tarkov Is Cheaper Than Ever Right Now
Escape From Tarkov, a brutally hard and tense extraction shooter, is currently available at its lowest price ever with a 30% discount on Steam. The game, developed by Battlestate Games, offers a challenging experience where players risk losing all their gear upon death. Its recent launch on Steam makes it more accessible for newcomers looking for a demanding militaristic FPS.
