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Marathon free week start date and available content
Bungie is offering a free week for its extraction shooter Marathon from June 2 to June 9, allowing players to experience the full game, including new Season 2 content. The free trial will be available on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, with progress carrying over if players purchase the game. Certain endgame content like the Cryo Archive map and ranked mode will remain unavailable during this period.
Marathon Free Play Week: Play for Free June 2–9 During Season 2 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Bungie is offering a free play week for its extraction shooter Marathon from June 2 to June 9 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, coinciding with the launch of Season 2. This event includes a seasonal wipe, new content like a night version of the Dire Marsh map, new weapons, and a Sentinel Shell. The free period aims to revitalize the player base and allow newcomers to experience the game before deciding to purchase it.
Announcing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, the game will feature a campaign set on the Korean Peninsula, extensive multiplayer modes with new movement and gunplay mechanics, and the extraction-based DMZ mode. The title will also integrate with Call of Duty: Warzone, with older console versions of Warzone being phased out.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, not to be confused with Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, sees North Korea invade South Korea
Infinity Ward has revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which features a linear campaign where players experience North Korea's invasion of South Korea from both sides of the conflict, as well as following Captain Price. The game will also include its standard multiplayer and the DMZ extraction shooter mode. Previews suggest the campaign will incorporate large-scale battles with infantry, armor, and air support, though the article questions the novelty of these elements for the series.
Modern Warfare 4 goes head-to-head with Arc Raiders and Escape from Tarkov as Call of Duty's extraction shooter…
Activision is re-entering the extraction shooter genre with Modern Warfare 4, featuring an expanded DMZ mode described as the definitive Call of Duty extraction experience. The game is set to launch on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X, promising a living combat sandbox with shifting conditions and dynamic objectives. Infinity Ward aims to refine the extraction shooter formula based on lessons learned from the Modern Warfare 2 beta.
"Right now, we support crossplay between Switch 2 and the rest of the platforms": Modern Warfare 4 ends the…
Modern Warfare 4 is confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2, with Infinity Ward developing the title alongside Digital Legends. The game will feature crossplay support between the Switch 2 and other platforms like PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. This marks the return of Call of Duty to Nintendo hardware after a decade, facilitated by a 10-year agreement ensuring content parity following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 finally revealed, and it's officially leaving last-generation consoles behind
Activision and Infinity Ward have officially revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, notably skipping last-generation consoles. The game will feature a campaign with multiple narrative threads, a revamped multiplayer with new movement and attachment systems, and a fully developed DMZ extraction mode. This release marks a significant shift for the series by moving away from older hardware and introducing new gameplay mechanics.
Modern Warfare 4 revealed as Infinity Ward kickstarts a new chapter for Call of Duty with an ambitious campaign, multiplayer overhaul, and a new extraction experience
Infinity Ward has revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X. The game will feature a campaign set in the Korean Peninsula, an overhauled multiplayer with a focus on grounded combat, and the return of the DMZ extraction shooter mode. Notably, this marks Call of Duty's return to a Nintendo platform and will not be available on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One.
Modern Warfare 4 will bring back DMZ, Call of Duty's extraction shooter
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to release in October, will feature the return of the DMZ extraction mode, which first appeared in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. Activision Blizzard and Infinity Ward describe the new DMZ as a "living combat sandbox" with shifting conditions and objectives. The article also touches on Modern Warfare 4's multiplayer, noting Infinity Ward's continued strength in weapon design.
Everything new in Marathon Season 2
Marathon Season 2, launching June 2, introduces a new Runner Shell called Sentinel, the Dire Marsh (Night) map, and new weapons like the KKV-9SD SMG and D54 Battle Pistol. The update also features a new Cradle system for stat allocation, increased vault space, and various quality-of-life improvements, alongside a near-full reset of Season 1 progress.
Marathon Is Going Free-To-Play, But Not For Long
Bungie is offering a free trial for its extraction shooter Marathon on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S from June 2 to June 9. This promotion coincides with the start of Marathon's second season, which introduces new content and a player inventory wipe. Bungie recently announced that Destiny 2 will receive one final content update in June before focusing on other projects.
Marathon season 2 is kicking off with a free week so new players can try Bungie's extraction shooter out on a…
Bungie is launching the second season of its extraction shooter Marathon with a free play week from June 2 to June 9 on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Season 2 introduces an 'escalation' narrative theme, new locations with high-level loot, and two new weapons. The season also features a full player reset to recapture the feeling of a fresh start.
Bungie details Marathon Season 2 and the new Sentinel class, with a free-to-play week and special sale planned, too
Bungie has detailed upcoming content for its game Marathon, including Season 2 which introduces a new map, survival horror-like mechanics, and the Sentinel class. An 'Open Play Week' from June 2 to June 9 will allow players to experience the game on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S with progress carrying over. The update also includes new weapons, equipment, and a revamped progression system called The Cradle.
Marathon Free Trial Next Week
Bungie announced that Marathon will begin its Season 2 next Tuesday, featuring a new Developer Insights video. The update for the extraction shooter also includes information regarding a free trial period.
Thick as Thieves Review – A Return to the Metal Ages
Thick as Thieves is a short but ambitious first-person stealth game that draws inspiration from classics like the Thief series. It features a gameplay loop similar to extraction shooters, where players must infiltrate levels, loot items, and complete objectives without being detected, as combat is not a viable option. Despite its limited scope and some missing basic features, the game's addictive stealth mechanics, intricate level design, and low price point make it a recommendable experience, especially for fans of the genre.
Marathon leans in on the Night Marsh horror vibes for Season 2 trailer
Bungie 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.
Haunting new Marathon Season 2 trailer amps up the horror, and our sleep paralysis demons are coming for us
Bungie 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.
Destiny 2 Closing is Real, and it’s More Painful Than I Thought — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Bungie 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.
Marathon’s Night Marsh “Plays Like a Survival Horror Experience”, Warns Bungie Ahead of Season 2
Bungie 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.
