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Marathon Season Plans for Launch and Beyond Revealed by Bungie
Bungie has detailed Marathon's seasonal model, revealing that each three-month season will introduce new free content such as Runner shells, gear, and zones. Players will reset their inventory each season but will retain achievements, codex progress, and faction contract progression. The first season, 'Death Is the First Step,' will focus on boarding the UESC Marathon ship orbiting Tau Ceti, with a new zone called Cryo Archive unlocking.
Marathon post-launch content includes free seasonal updates, new Runner shell, and more
Bungie detailed the post-launch content plans for their upcoming PvPvE survival extraction shooter, Marathon, which launches on March 5 for PlayStation 5 and other platforms. The game will feature free seasonal updates for all players, with seasonal resets for gameplay progression but retaining earned cosmetics and titles. Content includes new Runner shells, weapons, maps like Cryo Archive, and a Ranked mode.
Marathon Fontslop & New Pokemon Type | TAG
This article covers several gaming news items, including Bungie's decision to keep the "fontslop" UI in Marathon, potential new monster types and mechanics in Pokémon Winds and Waves, preorder bonuses for Pokémon Pokopia, a progress-losing glitch in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, a new expansion for Cities Skylines 1, Nvidia's RTX 5070 topping the Steam Hardware Survey, feedback from Marathon's Server Slam, Capcom removing Enigma DRM from Resident Evil 4 Remake, and a potential tease for a Fallout: New Vegas remaster from Iron Galaxy Studios.
Should Marathon change its divisively fast Server Slam time-to-kill?
Bungie is considering changes to Marathon's fast time-to-kill (TTK) following player feedback from the Server Slam event. The author argues that the current rapid TTK is beneficial for the game, allowing for comebacks when outnumbered and preventing drawn-out engagements due to the revive system. This fast pace encourages player awareness, similar to Hunt: Showdown, and the author believes it is currently well-balanced, though Bungie is monitoring player data.
Bungie stands firm on Marathon aesthetic, while the 'fontslop' debate rages on
Bungie's upcoming game Marathon is facing a debate among players regarding its user interface, with some criticizing its complex and varied typography as 'fontslop'. UI designer Elliot Gray acknowledged player feedback on inventory management and navigation but stated the team will not remove the game's distinctive 'sauce' from the UI.
'Don't Think for a Second That We're Gonna Remove the SAUCE From the UI' — Marathon Dev Doubles Down on 'Fontslop' - IGN
Bungie developer Elliott Gray has defended the 'fontslop' user interface design of the upcoming game Marathon, stating that while some elements will be tweaked based on player feedback, the core visual style will remain. The article also touches on player feedback regarding the game's fast time-to-kill, scarce med and ammo economy, and the concurrent player count during its recent Server Slam event.
Players were responsible for over 55% of kills during Marathon's Server Slam, I guess to protect their precious 384,866 drinkable cheeseburgers and 145,822 bottles of alien milk
Bungie released statistics from the Marathon Server Slam, revealing that over 55% of player deaths were caused by other players, totaling 9,152,844 PvP kills out of 16,554,683 total deaths. The event also saw players collect 145,822 cases of Premium Tick Milk and 384,866 Drinkable Cheeseburgers. The exfiltration rates for maps like Dire Marsh were notably low, with only a 35.6% success rate.
Marathon Won't Let Past Seasons Give You An Edge
Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter Marathon will feature seasonal resets every three months, wiping player progress, gear, and faction progression to ensure loot remains meaningful. While achievements, cosmetics, and Codex progression will carry over, the resets are designed to offer a fresh start with new content and challenges. The game launches on March 5 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with all seasons being free for all players.
Steam Next Fest's Most-Played Demos Raises A Bit Of An Eyebrow
Bungie's Marathon was listed as the most-played demo during Steam Next Fest, sparking debate about the definition of a demo versus a server stress test. The article discusses concerns about the event being diluted by too many demos, including AI-generated content and older submissions, while highlighting a few standout titles.
How Arc Raiders and Marathon are making extraction shooters the next big thing
The extraction shooter genre, exemplified by games like Arc Raiders and the upcoming Marathon, is poised to become the next major trend in gaming. Despite its roots in older titles like Escape From Tarkov, recent successes and publisher commitments suggest a growing mainstream appeal for this PvPvE loot-focused shooter subgenre.
Marathon UI designer declares himself the 'fontslop merchant' and promises Bungie will never 'remove the…
A UI designer has criticized the user interface of Bungie's Marathon, calling it 'fontslop.' While acknowledging practical issues like inventory sorting and Codex navigation, the author defends the game's unique visual style, arguing that modern multiplayer shooters have become too homogenized. The article suggests that players will warm up to Marathon's aesthetic over time, similar to other aspects of the game.
The Marathon server slam consumed my weekend: 21 hours later, I've gone from 'meh' to believer
After an initial period of skepticism, the author became a believer in Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter Marathon during its server slam test. The game's lethal PvP, satisfying gunplay reminiscent of Halo, and deep progression systems, particularly its gun modding and loot scarcity, were highlighted as key strengths. The author found the methodical pacing and emphasis on positioning and stealth to be a refreshing departure from faster-paced shooters.
The PC game releases we're most excited about in March
March 2026 is set to be a busy month for PC game releases, featuring a variety of genres including the extraction shooter Marathon, the open-world action RPG Crimson Desert, and the horror remake Fatal Frame 2: Crimson Butterfly Remake. Several other titles like Slay the Spire 2, Death Stranding 2, and SAND: Raiders of Sophie are also slated for release, alongside various game development events and Steam sales.
Fuskare i Marathon permabannas: "Ingen andra chans"
Bungie has announced its strict anti-cheating policy for the upcoming extraction shooter Marathon, stating that any player caught cheating will be permanently banned with no second chances. The game, set to release on March 5, will feature PvEvP gameplay and will undergo a server stress test from February 26 to March 2, open to all players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
Testa Marathon – server slam börjar torsdag kväll
Bungie is launching a four-day "server slam" test for its upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon, starting Thursday evening. The test, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, will offer a limited preview of the game, including two maps and five of six factions. The full game is set to release on March 5th.
Säsong 8 av FZ High Score igång – med WoW, Marathon, Crimson Desert m.m.
The eighth season of FZ High Score has begun, running until the end of March. Participants predict the average review scores for upcoming games like World of Warcraft: Midnight, Marathon, and Crimson Desert on Opencritic. The top three scorers will win exclusive t-shirts.
Tomma blickar till trots – spelhelgsglädjen är här!
Several members of the FZ editorial staff shared their gaming plans for the upcoming weekend. Titles mentioned include Marathon, various Resident Evil games, Black Geyser: Couriers of Darkness, Avatar, Baldur's Gate 3, Microsoft Flight Simulator, Automobilista 2, Arc Raiders, Helldivers 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2.
Resident Evil Requiem stänger FZ High Score säsong 7!
The FZ High Score season 7 has concluded with Resident Evil Requiem's average score of 89 out of 100. Gorm won the season with an average score of over 10 points per guess, securing first place by 15 points. Season 8 is now underway, with deadlines for Pokémon Pokopia, World of Warcraft: Midnight, and Marathon.
Mars är här – vilket är månadens hetaste spel?
The article discusses the most anticipated video game releases for March, including Marathon, Crimson Desert, and the World of Warcraft expansion Midnight. It also highlights remakes like Fatal Frame II and mentions games available in early access such as Slay the Spire 2 and Solasta 2, inviting readers to vote for their most anticipated title.
Betawatch: Marathon slams, Gloria Victis returns
This week's Betawatch covers numerous MMORPGs in various stages of testing, including Marathon's server blitz and Gloria Victis's return under Gamigo. Several games like Nakwon, Fractured Conquest, Spellcaster Chronicles, BitCraft, and Equinox Homecoming are highlighted for their ongoing alpha, closed beta, or early access periods.