| Marathon | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Date | Gameplay & Story | Pre-Order & DLC | Review |
| Release Date | |
|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 Steam, PlayStation, Xbox More Details |
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| Genre | |
| Extraction Shooter | |
| Platforms | Price (MSRP) |
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$39.99 |
| Developer | Publisher |
| Bungie | Bungie |
| Number of Players | Age Rating |
| 1, Online PvP | RP |
| Time to Finish | Cross Platform Play |
| TBD | Yes |
| Official Website | Official Website for Marathon |
Marathon Latest News
⚫︎ Bungie releases the "DEATH AWAITS" trailer 2 weeks ahead of its release, showcasing Runners exploring the lost colony of Tau Ceti IV.
⚫︎ Bungie announced during PlayStation State of Play February 2026 that Marathon will be having a Server Slam Open Preview Weekend starting February 26 until March 2. This open preview weekend aims to test out the game's servers for its upcoming official release, with fans having the chance to earn in-game rewards to jump-start their Marathon journey.
⚫︎ A new cinematic trailer for Marathon has debuted, featuring the Destroyer shell, one of the many archetypes players can choose from for their Runner.
⚫︎ Marathon developer Bungie has fixed the bug that caused Destiny 2 to automatically download and install for players who pre-ordered Marathon. They also resolved a bug where Collector's Edition owners couldn't activate the Steam game code.
⚫︎ Marathon has revealed its entire cast list, featuring stars from recent hits like Baldur's Gate 3 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Some notable names include Jennifer English, Ben Starr, Neil Newbon, and Samantha Béart.
Marathon Overview
Marathon is an upcoming multiplayer-only PvPvE extraction shooter developed and published by Bungie. Announced in May 2023, it serves as a revival of Bungie's classic Marathon franchise from the 1990s and will see players take control of Runners. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, featuring cross-play and cross-save support across these platforms.
| Digital Storefronts | |||||
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| Steam |
PS |
Xbox |
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| $39.99 | |||||
Marathon Gameplay
In Marathon, players assume the role of cybernetic mercenaries known as "Runners." The game is classified as a player-versus-player (PvP) extraction shooter, where Runners venture into the mysterious environment of Tau Ceti IV to gather valuable artifacts, confront other players, and strive to survive and escape with their loot. The gameplay emphasizes strategic planning, combat proficiency, and survival instincts.
Marathon Trailers
Launch Gameplay Trailer | Marathon
Marathon Announcement Trailer
Marathon Trivia
⚫︎ Marathon is Bungie's first game since becoming a subsidiary of PlayStation Studios.
⚫︎ Marathon will feature certain elements of the original two Marathon games, continuing after the ending of Marathon 2: Durandal and featuring the same lore, universe, and thematic elements.
⚫︎ The game is a spiritual successor to the Marathon series, published by Bungie for the Apple Macintosh in 1994 and 1995. The game was a sci-fi first-person shooter and is one of the first games Bungie has ever developed and published.
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