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In Marathon, players explore a lost colony and extract valuable resources. Read on to learn how it plays, what it's about, and everything else we know so far.
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.
Runner Shells
Runner Shells are customizable character archetypes that players can use to gain access to unique, shell-specific abilities, much like a class system in other games. These shells will have different abilities that work best with a specific playstyle, and there will be 7 main Runner Shells available at launch. These include the Recon, Assassin, Destroyer, Triage, Thief, Vandal, and Rook.
Buildcrafting
Marathon allows players to "buildcraft" or endlessly customize their Runner for any situation and playstyle. This includes customizing implants and control cores to enhance stats and weapon mods to customize weapon damage.
Marathon Story
Specific details about the game's story and characters are limited as the game is still in development. But we do know that the game is set on Tau Ceti IV, where a massive ghost ship orbits above a lost colony. The 30,000 inhabitants have vanished without a trace, leaving behind a world filled with mysterious signals, ancient artifacts, and dormant AI systems.
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