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Geoff 'Zag' Keene, design director of Abiotic Factor, has 1,160 hours in PUBG and de-stresses using a Blizzard classic: 'Instead of going to therapy, guys will literally boot up Warcraft 2'
Geoff Keene, design director for Abiotic Factor, discusses his gaming habits and inspirations. He reveals a deep fondness for Warcraft 2 as a de-stressing tool and has over 1,160 hours in PUBG, which he credits as an influence on the extraction shooter genre. Keene also expresses excitement for future updates and DLC for Abiotic Factor.
Betawatch: Hollowed Oath is happening, The Cube Save Us will not save us
This article provides a weekly update on MMORPGs currently in various stages of testing and early access. It highlights new entries like Hollowed Oath and The Cube, Save Us, while also detailing the status of numerous other titles, including those with blockchain elements and those facing delays or potential abandonment.
Last Chance to Buy These 70+ PS5, PS4 Games in PS Store's Huge Spring Sale
The PlayStation Store's Spring Sale is ending soon, offering significant discounts on over 70 recommended PS5 and PS4 games. The sale, which features titles with at least a 7/10 rating on Push Square, concludes on April 8th, 2026, providing a last chance for players to purchase these titles at reduced prices.
70+ PS5, PS4 Games to Buy in PS Store's Huge Spring Sale
The PlayStation Store has launched its Spring Sale, offering discounts on over 70 PS5 and PS4 games until April 8th, 2026. The sale includes titles with a minimum 7/10 rating on Push Square, with some reaching new lowest-ever prices.
'Is Marathon a success? Unfortunately, no, not yet' — Former Xbox exec says Bungie's new extraction shooter was built at a scale and cost that the current market 'simply isn't rewarding'
Former Microsoft executive Laura Fryer believes Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon, despite having a dedicated player base, has not yet achieved success due to its high development cost and scale not being rewarded by the current market. She notes that while player numbers are decent for a $40 game in a crowded genre, the studio faces a significant challenge to justify the investment, especially considering Sony's acquisition of Bungie and the underperformance of Destiny 2.
Marathon's most important new update has some truly bizarre restrictions
Bungie has announced that the raid-like Cryo Archive mode for its live service extraction shooter Marathon will only be playable on weekends. Ranked play will also be restricted to weekends and is currently in beta. Players need to meet specific Runner level, faction, and loadout requirements to access the Cryo Archive.
Arc Raiders Steam reviews wobble as players bemoan "very frustrating" meta and say it's "become stale" due to cheating and lack of big updates
Arc Raiders has seen a decline in its Steam review sentiment, shifting from 'Very Positive' to 'Mostly Positive' due to player complaints. Key issues include a lack of substantial updates, persistent cheating problems, and frustrating matchmaking, leading to player dissatisfaction with the current meta and overall game state.
Two Point Museum X Angry Birds Update Live
Two Point Museum has received an update integrating Angry Birds content, allowing players to employ characters like Red and fend off Bad Piggies. The update also adds new locations on Piggy Island and over 100 other changes. Additionally, the article briefly mentions updates and releases for SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada, Dark Scrolls, Enshrouded and Palworld, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Guinness World Record, Tofer.A's appearance at Fire & Ice RGX 2026, and The Coin Game's 1.0 release.
Marathon Cryo Archives Map Details: Release Time, Requirements, and Rewards — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Bungie has detailed the Cryo Archives endgame map for Marathon, which launches on March 20 and will be available exclusively on weekends. Players must meet level, faction, and a 5,000 loadout value requirement to enter. The map features seven vaults with unique rewards, including gold weapons and alien encounters with the S'pht, and introduces new contracts and Codex rewards.
Marathon's Cryo Archive drops tomorrow and it sounds like almost every aspect of it will be a pain in the shell
Bungie announced that the Cryo Archive mode for Marathon will be available starting tomorrow, March 20th, exclusively on weekends. This new mode requires a team of three players and features six interconnected wings with a central hub, intense combat against security forces and other Runners, and challenging extraction stakes similar to raids. Players will need to gain security clearance to access vaults containing powerful loot and uncover deeper secrets of Marathon.
Bungie Reveals All Details of Marathon's First Raid, Cryo Archive; Goes Live on March 20 and Weekends Only - IGN
Bungie has revealed details for Marathon's first raid-like instance, Cryo Archive, which goes live on March 20 and will only be available on weekends. This challenging end-game content requires players to reach season level 25, unlock all factions, and have a loadout value of $5k credits or higher. Cryo Archive features puzzles, evolving objectives, and seven heavily guarded vaults containing the game's highest-level gear.
Marathon community crushes Cryo Archive puzzle, unlocks release date, and learns the map is only playable on weekends
Bungie has announced that the Cryo Archive map for Marathon will launch on March 20, coinciding with the release of its ranked mode. This new map features complex, raid-style puzzles and is only playable on weekends, similar to Destiny 2's Trials of Osiris. The Cryo Archive is described as a significant challenge with lucrative loot and a labyrinthian design.
Marathon's competitive mode is so complicated that Bungie made a literal maths test to figure it out, and it…
Bungie has detailed the complex scoring system for Marathon's upcoming ranked mode in an extraction shooter format. To help players understand the intricacies of score targets, loss penalties, and potential gains, the developer has created a 'ranked calculation worksheet' with mathematical problems based on in-game mechanics.
Marathon Ranked explained: Rules, scoring, and rewards
Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon features a complex weekend-only Ranked mode for players level 25 and above. The system involves earning and losing points across six ranks, with mechanics like Holotags, gear ante, and separate Low Stakes and High Stakes queues determining matchmaking and score targets. Seasonal rewards are offered based on the highest rank achieved.
Marathon streamer goes viral after finding a high school best friend through proximity chat he hadn't seen in over…
A Twitch streamer named Crayator, also known as Nathan William Clifford Gordon Ryan, went viral after reuniting with his high school best friend, James, through Marathon's proximity chat. The two had lost contact over a decade ago and reconnected during a livestream, sharing updates on their lives, with James now working as a mental health nurse.
Marathon's ranked system is proving a bit complicated for some, so Bungie released... a maths test?
Bungie has released a 'Ranked Calculation Worksheet' to clarify the complex ranked system for their upcoming extraction shooter, Marathon. Game director Joe Zigler explained the philosophy behind the mode, emphasizing rewarding players for taking risks and maximizing run value, which can lead to significant gains or losses.
Peak extraction shooter is waiting 7 minutes and 38 seconds to kill one guy in particular
This opinion piece delves into the unique tension and emotional investment found in extraction shooters, using Bungie's Marathon as a primary example. The author, Morgan Park, recounts a lengthy encounter that highlights both the thrilling highs and frustrating lows of the genre, particularly when playing solo.
How does Ranked mode work in Marathon?
Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter Marathon will feature a unique Ranked mode that emphasizes gear acquisition and extraction over traditional kill counts. Players will use Holotags to enter matchmaking pools with varying stakes, and success is determined by extracting with valuable gear after reaching a target score. The mode will be available on weekends, similar to Destiny 2's Trials of Osiris, with seasonal rewards for reaching different ranks.
XLGAMES’ extraction shooter The Cube, Save Us has entered free-to-play early access
XLGAMES and Studio Cube have launched their extraction shooter, The Cube, Save Us, into free-to-play early access. The PvPvE game, set on a post-nuclear Earth where players enter an alien Cube to scavenge and survive, was initially slated for a late 2025 release but was delayed due to performance issues. The developers have stated that the free-to-play model will not be pay-to-win, with only cosmetic items available for purchase.
Marathon’s Time To Kill Is Unforgiving, Unfair, and Utterly Brilliant - IGN
This article discusses Marathon's seemingly fast time to kill (TTK), initially perceived as a flaw, but ultimately praised as a brilliant design choice for tactical extraction shooter gameplay. The TTK is heavily influenced by the shield system, where stronger shields provide a significant advantage and reward players for bringing better gear into matches.
