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'We're in It for the Long Haul': Bungie Rejects Rumours It Could Move on from Marathon After Unremarkable PS5 Sales
Bungie has stated it is committed to the long-term support and improvement of its extraction shooter Marathon, despite initial sales figures being lower than expected, with only 1.2 million units sold and a small percentage on PlayStation 5. While the game has garnered positive reviews and a dedicated player base, its commercial performance is considered unremarkable for a studio of Bungie's caliber and budget, raising questions about its sustainability amidst industry trends like recent layoffs at Epic Games.
Sega says yeah you're all real nice about our games—but you sure ain't buying them
Sega Sammy's financial results reveal a disconnect between critical acclaim and actual sales for many of its recent titles, leading to stagnant performance. The company is reviewing its marketing and sales mechanisms, and its acquisition of Rovio has resulted in a significant write-down due to underperformance.
Payday 2 was outperforming Payday 3 towards the end of 2025
Starbreeze's Payday 2 significantly outperformed Payday 3 in net sales during the fourth quarter of the 2025 fiscal year, with Payday 2 generating SEK 14.8 million compared to Payday 3's SEK 8 million. While Payday 3 had higher full-year sales, its performance has declined since previous years, prompting Starbreeze CEO Adolf Kristjansson to emphasize a focus on consistent updates and community trust for the threequel.
