Marathon
News, coverage and analysis tracking Marathon across the outlets.
Marathon leans in on the Night Marsh horror vibes for Season 2 trailerBungie has released a trailer for Marathon Season 2, titled Nightfall, which launches on June 2nd and introduces a new Night Marsh map, a Sentinel Runner shell, and additional weapons. The article also touches on Bungie's increased focus on Marathon following the conclusion of Destiny 2's major updates and reports of potential layoffs, highlighting the pressure on the game to succeed.- Marathon Developer Bungie Drops Season 2 Cinematic With Big Horror VibesBungie has released a cinematic sneak peek for the upcoming second season of their game Marathon. The trailer features strong horror themes and hints at what players can expect when the season launches next month.
Haunting new Marathon Season 2 trailer amps up the horror, and our sleep paralysis demons are coming for usBungie has released a new trailer for Marathon Season 2: Nightfall, showcasing the new Night Marsh map, the Sentinel Runner shell, and a new SMG. The trailer emphasizes a horror theme with unsettling visuals of Runner shells sprouting extra limbs. The studio is expected to provide full reveals this week, with Season 2 launching on Tuesday, June 2.
Marathon's Season 2 cinematic trailer promises things are about to get spookier on Tau Ceti IV: "Moon's EXTRA haunted"Bungie has released a cinematic trailer for Marathon's upcoming Season 2, titled "Nightfall," which promises a spookier experience on Tau Ceti IV. The update will introduce PvE and "PvP-lite" modes, alongside tenser enemy encounters and a darker narrative progression for the extraction shooter. Despite current player numbers, Bungie and Sony are focused on retaining and attracting a community for the demanding online FPS.
Destruction AllStars delisted, multiplayer servers shut downDestruction AllStars has been delisted from the PlayStation Store and its multiplayer servers have been shut down, leaving only the offline Arcade mode playable. Sony has stated that single-player modes will remain accessible until November 25, 2026. The game, originally a PS+ title in 2021, struggled with player numbers, leading to developer Lucid Games introducing bots for matchmaking shortly after launch.
Destiny 2 Closing is Real, and it’s More Painful Than I Thought — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & GuidesBungie has announced the end of Destiny 2's live service, with the final update scheduled for June 9, 2026. This decision follows significant revenue shortfalls, particularly after the poorly received Lightfall expansion, and a major wave of layoffs. The article discusses the mismanagement and ambitious decisions that led to this point, the impact on the community, and the uncertain future for Bungie's other title, Marathon, without Destiny 2's financial support.
Can Season 2 Turn Bungie's Marathon Around?Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon has struggled with sales and player retention since its launch, despite positive reception from its core fanbase. With Season 2 on the horizon, featuring new content and improvements, the developer is looking to re-energize the game. Bungie must focus on community engagement and continuous delivery to build upon the game's strong foundation and ensure its long-term success.
Marathon’s Night Marsh “Plays Like a Survival Horror Experience”, Warns Bungie Ahead of Season 2Bungie is introducing a nighttime variant of Marathon's Dire Marsh map, designed to play like a survival horror experience with reduced visibility and increased environmental challenges. New mechanics like flashlights, special ammo, and Darksight scopes will aid players in navigating the darkness. The "Nightfall" season, featuring this new mode, begins June 2nd, with Marathon being free to play for its first week.- Evening MultiplexOfficial trailers have been released for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Season 04 Story Cinematic and Marathon's Season 2 Cinematic Trailer. The article also mentions content creator videos for games such as Mario Maker, Pokemon Rusty, and Star Wars Generals.
Deus Ex and Marathon actor wants to quit Twitter because he's tired of hearing Destiny 2 diehards hate on Bungie's new FPS: "How do you hope something fails?"Actor Elias Toufexis, known for Deus Ex and his voice work in Bungie's Marathon, expressed frustration with online vitriol directed at the studio. He is considering leaving X (formerly Twitter) due to Destiny 2 fans blaming Marathon for the perceived decline of Destiny 2, arguing that such negativity is unproductive and harmful to game development.
Warframe leads join fans mourning Destiny 2: "There is no Warframe without the legacy of Bungie games"Warframe's creative director Rebb Ford and design director Pablo Alonso have expressed sadness over the end of development for Destiny 2, acknowledging the legacy of Bungie's games. Despite Warframe predating Destiny, the two live-service looter-shooters have long been compared and shared players. Bungie has stated Destiny 2 will remain playable but will not receive further updates, leaving its future uncertain.- Marathon goes full sci-fi horror in trailer for season 2 amid souring Bungie sentimentA new trailer for the upcoming season of Bungie's sci-fi horror game Marathon has been released. The trailer showcases a shift towards a more horror-centric atmosphere for the game. This comes amid reports of declining sentiment surrounding Bungie.
- Morning PatchesThis article lists recent patches and updates for various games including 9 Kings, Marathon, and RUNNING TRAIN. It also mentions unofficial game releases, patches, and mods, highlighting the Quake 30th Anniversary Jam release.
- What Will I Miss Most About Destiny 2? The Real-Life DripAs Destiny 2 approaches its final major content update, one player expresses sadness not over the lack of new raids or destinations, but over the discontinuation of exclusive, limited-edition merchandise tied to in-game achievements. These Bungie Rewards items, particularly jackets unlocked by completing difficult raids and dungeons, served as tangible symbols of accomplishment and fostered a sense of community among players.
- Sony’s Big PlayStation Sale Is Skipping PS5 Console Discounts This YearSony's annual PlayStation Days of Play sale, starting May 27, will feature discounts on games, accessories, and the PlayStation VR2 headset, but will not include any discounts on PlayStation 5 consoles. This marks a shift from previous years, with console prices remaining at their current elevated levels, including the PS5 Pro. The sale will run until June 10 and will offer deals on various games and PlayStation Plus subscriptions.
- Marathon and Destiny fans engage in a brief digital war of Steam user reviewbombingFans of Destiny 2 have reportedly review-bombed the Steam page for Bungie's upcoming game Marathon, expressing frustration over perceived resource diversion. The negative reviews, which called Marathon trash and inferior to Destiny 2, were met with a surge of positive reviews from Marathon defenders. The situation appears to have subsided after three days, with Steam reviews returning to a more balanced state.
- Marathon Voice Actor Hits Back at Online Trolls and Says 'People Just Want to Hate'Voice actor Elias Toufexis has addressed the online criticism surrounding the game Marathon, suggesting that people are simply looking for reasons to be negative. He noted that Bungie's focus on Marathon has led to some backlash from Destiny 2 players.
As an online petition for Destiny 3 gains traction, reports suggest Bungie staff didn't know about the end of Destiny 2 until the public announcementBungie has announced that Destiny 2 will cease receiving new content updates in early June, with its final expansion being Shattered Cycle. Reports indicate that most Bungie staff were unaware of this decision until the public announcement, despite an online petition for Destiny 3 gaining significant traction. Sony is reportedly wary of committing to expensive MMO projects as the company pivots away from live-service games.
PlayStation Announces Days of Play 2026 for May 27th With Discounts, Tournaments, and EventsSony has announced Days of Play 2026, running from May 27th to June 10th, featuring discounts on PlayStation games and hardware, including PlayStation VR2 and DualSense controllers. The event will also include PlayStation Tournaments for various multiplayer titles, with participation offering chances to win prizes like a PlayStation Portal and PlayStation Store credit. Additionally, PlayStation Plus subscribers will receive new monthly games and exclusive in-game packs.
'Absurd': Social Media Misquotes Journalist, Erroneously Claims Sony Is Angry at Naughty DogSocial media platforms are spreading misinformation, falsely claiming Sony is angry with developer Naughty Dog. This stems from a misinterpretation of comments made by journalist Jason Schreier regarding game development costs and the decision not to greenlight Destiny 3. Schreier clarified that his remarks were taken out of context and that Sony's concerns about development budgets are standard industry practice.