Marathon announced the Server Slam open preview weekend to begin on February 26, 2026, before the March launch. Learn more about the early game preview and other details here.
Marathon’s Server Slam Kicks Off Before Release
Launches on February 26, 2026
Marathon is gearing up for launch with its upcoming early preview of the game called Server Slam, running from February 26, 2026 at 10 AM PT/ET to March 2, 2026 at 10 AM PT/ET. The event gives players a chance to experience the world of Tau Ceti IV and test servers before the game’s full release.
During the Server Slam, players can explore two playable zones, Perimeter and Dire Marsh, while also being able to take on early contracts from five factions: CyberAcme, NuCaloric, Traxus, MIDA, and Arachne. Participants will also get access to five of the six Runner shells; these different playstyles will be available to test at launch, along with the scavenger-style character Rook.
Bungie additionally offers options for players to infiltrate solo, squad up with friends, or form temporary alliances using proximity chat during this period. The preview offers a decent slice of gameplay, but the additional maps, factions, contracts, and Ranked mode will roll out during Season 1 for the game’s full launch.
Earn Rewards From the Preview
Players who jump into the Server Slam can unlock rewards that will carry over to the full game. Completing the introductory mission grants a unique emblem and player background to mark participation in the first wave of Runners. Additional loot caches can be earned based on progression milestones, with rewards delivered once the full game launches.
Listed below are the available rewards from the Server Slam event:
Completing first mission: Unlocks Standard Arrival Cache
⚫︎ Standard implants (6x)
⚫︎ Standard Runner shell cores (4x)
⚫︎ Standard weapon chip mods (6x)
⚫︎ Weapons: Overrun and Hardline
Runner Level 10: Unlocks Enhanced Arrival Cache (Green)
⚫︎ Enhanced implants (6x)
⚫︎ Enhanced Runner shell cores (2x for each shell, 12x total)
⚫︎ Enhanced weapon chip mods (4x)
⚫︎ Weapons: Enhanced Magnum and Enhanced Hardline
Runner Level 30: Unlocks Deluxe Arrival Cache (Blue)
⚫︎ Deluxe and Enhanced implants (3x each, 6x total)
⚫︎ Deluxe and Enhanced Runner shell cores (1x each for each shell, 12x total)
⚫︎ Deluxe and Enhanced weapon chip mods (2x each, 4x total)
⚫︎ Weapons: Deluxe Magnum and Enhanced Volley Rifle
⚫︎ Backpack: Deluxe Base Backpack
The preview will be available on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with full cross-play and cross-save support. The sci-fi shooter game will officially release on March 5, 2026. For more updates and information about Marathon, check out our article below!
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Marathon’s Server Slam Begins February 26
