Marathon
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Marathon’s Fiddly Quests Need To Stop Getting in the Way of the Fun - IGN
This analysis critiques the quest design in Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon, arguing that its "contracts" are overly fiddly and often impede the core looting and shooting gameplay. While the game is still enjoyable, the author suggests improvements are needed to make objectives clearer and less disruptive to the player experience.
Marathon Twitch drops are beaten eaten up by full inventories, leaving the special loot deleted
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon is experiencing an issue where in-game Twitch sponsored kits are deleted if a player's vault is full, unlike other rewards that go to overflow. The Marathon team has advised players to ensure they have space in their vault before claiming the Twitch Sponsored Kit. These drops do not contain exclusive cosmetics, which are rewarded separately.
As the Marathon player count discourse reaches peak stupidity, Warframe and Overwatch devs speak up in solidarity: 'This is big unemployed, maidenless behavior'
Developers from Warframe and Overwatch have spoken out against the intense scrutiny of Marathon's player count on Steam, calling it "unemployed, maidenless behavior." Rebecca Ford of Warframe highlighted the increased competition in the market since the game's launch, while Dylan Snyder of Overwatch pointed out the limitations of using SteamDB for player count analysis. The discussion touches on the challenges faced by new live service games in a crowded market.
Is Marathon Heading for the Same Fate as Concord and Highguard? | Invision Game Community
The article analyzes the challenges faced by new live-service multiplayer shooters, using Concord and Highguard as examples of recent failures. It discusses how Marathon, Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter, faces similar retention hurdles despite initial testing interest, and its success hinges on Bungie's experience with Destiny 2 and creating a compelling gameplay loop.
How to scan the secured containers in Algae Ponds basement in Marathon – Return on Investment 1 contract guide
This guide details how to complete the Return on Investment 1 contract in Marathon, a task from the Traxus faction on the Dire Marsh map. The primary objective involves scanning four secured containers located in the Algae Ponds basement, accessible by crawling through a small door and descending a ladder. Successful exfiltration after completing the scan is required to finish the contract.
Can you play Marathon as a duo?
The article discusses whether the game Marathon, originally designed for three-player crews, can be played with only two players. It addresses the possibility of a duo experience within the game's cooperative framework.
Console Wars Help Fans Feel Like "Soldiers In Battle," Former Xbox Exec Says
Former Xbox executive Peter Moore believes he may have contributed to the intensity of console wars, drawing parallels to his experience in the competitive shoe industry. He argues that this intense competition, exemplified by the rivalry between Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo, drives innovation and leads to better gaming experiences for consumers.
How to unlock sight optics - Marathon
This guide explains how to unlock sight optics for weapons in the game Marathon. Having improved sight attachments can significantly enhance combat effectiveness.
Games Inbox: When will the next big Super Mario game be announced?
Readers express anticipation for a new Super Mario game announcement, speculating it might coincide with or follow the Super Mario Galaxy movie. Other topics include concerns about the rising cost of consoles and amiibo, the precarious nature of game development jobs, and the potential impact of dynamic pricing and AI on the industry.
Marathon’s New Players Can Experience All Questlines Whenever They Join, Says Creative Director
Bungie's creative director Julia Nardin stated that their upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon, will feature an "additive experience" where all questlines and story content are evergreen. This approach aims to avoid the content vaulting issues seen with Destiny 2, allowing players to join at any time and still access all established narrative content, achievements, and collections. The game will incorporate worldbuilding through in-game lore found in item descriptions, text files, and audio logs, alongside faction contracts and new characters.
What Makes Crimson Desert a Strong Contender for Game of the Year
Crimson Desert is positioned as a strong contender for Game of the Year in 2026, aiming to make a significant cultural and critical impact as a new IP. The game emphasizes a traditional premium experience without microtransactions, focusing on cinematic action, large-scale battles, and emergent open-world gameplay inspired by titles like Elden Ring and Breath of the Wild. Its unique genre positioning as a single-player, open-world, action-heavy RPG with deep progression systems could attract a broad audience, differentiating it from other upcoming releases.
Easter Eggs
Bungie has included several Halo weapons as Easter eggs within their upcoming game Marathon. This discovery was reported by PC Gamer, highlighting the developer's nod to their iconic franchise.
How to unlock and access Command Wing in Marathon
This guide explains how to unlock the Command Wing area in the game Marathon. Players need to find and activate two access panels located in the Destroyed Wing and Drone Wing sections of the Pinwheel Base to open the Command Wing.
Bungie snuck a bunch of Halo guns into Marathon
Bungie's new extraction shooter Marathon features numerous subtle and obvious callbacks to the Halo series, including weapons that mirror iconic Halo firearms. While some similarities stem from Bungie's established 'house style,' specific guns like the Magnum MC and BR33 Volley Rifle, along with attachments for the V22 Volt Thrower, are directly inspired by or transform into their Halo counterparts. The article also notes similarities to Destiny's arsenal.
How to unlock and access Pinwheel Base in Marathon
This guide explains how to unlock and access the Pinwheel Base in Marathon, a key area located in the center of the Outpost map. Three methods are detailed: using Clearance Codes on terminals to unlock an elevator, employing a drone crane via a Conveyance Request keycard, or destroying generators on the Destroyed Wing to remove a barrier.
Marathon sleuths solve the first step of an elaborate ARG to unlock its challenging new map
The first step to accessing the challenging new Cryo Archive map in Marathon has been revealed through an elaborate Alternate Reality Game (ARG). Players must solve the initial puzzle to gain entry to the new content designed to test their skills.
Bungie has learned its lesson about vaulting content in Destiny 2 and won't be so cruel with Marathon: 'It…
Bungie has learned from the controversial Destiny Content Vault and intends to avoid similar practices with its upcoming game, Marathon. Creative director Julia Nardin stated that Marathon's lore and world-building will not be removed, unlike chunks of Destiny 2. The studio is exploring how to manage seasonal content resets and a growing catalogue of contracts without alienating players.
All DCON locations in Marathon
This guide details the locations of DCONs, which are safebox-like deposit points for items needed to complete contracts in the game Marathon. It breaks down the DCON locations across the three available maps: Perimeter, Dire Marsh, and Outpost, providing specific areas and landmarks to help players find them during gameplay.
Oh no: You can attach claymores to Thief's drones in Marathon, and it's just as hellish as it sounds
In the extraction shooter Marathon, players can attach claymores to the Thief class's remote-controlled drone, creating a powerful and hellish weapon. This combination allows players to launch landmines at opponents, potentially leading to instant kills. The article suggests this tactic could make the Thief class one of the most effective if utilized skillfully, while hoping Bungie doesn't remove this emergent gameplay.
Marathon PS5 vs PS5 Pro Comparison
An analysis comparing Marathon on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro shows visual enhancements on the Pro model. Both versions of the game maintain a consistent 60fps frame rate.