Tag: Marathon
Guide Marathon Data Reconstruction Contract: Part 1
NuCaloric is calling
Marathon has pleasantly surprised us with its contracts and their fluidity since the server slam, and NuCaloric’s line of contracts called “Data Reconstruction” are no exception. However, they can catch you out if you're not careful, which is why this guide is here to give you an idea of what you will be coming up against...
Guide How To Complete Marathon's "Introducing: Traxus" Contract Mission
Say hello to Traxus Heavy Industries
With the release of Marathon only a few days ago, many people, myself included, have been hooked on this game's immersive, at times slightly confusing world. A significant moment of confusion came from the game's many quests, and one in particular was that of the introduction to Traxus, the “unequivocal leader...
News Marathon's Final Reviews Are Mostly Being Held Back, So Here's What Xbox Players Are Saying
Following its launch on Series X and S last night
We fully intended to bring you some initial impressions of Marathon when it released on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S last night, but then Microsoft went and revealed the next Xbox console (Project Helix) and plans had to change! Nevertheless, there aren't many formal reviews to speak of for...
A massive title headlining FPD!
Xbox's latest Free Play Days lineup has been revealed! This week, we've got five games playable in total over the next few days - including the Marathon 'Server Slam' test ahead of Bungie's full launch in early March. Here are your Free Play Days games for this weekend:
News Bungie's Marathon To Release In March 2026, Voice Cast & Pre-Order Details Revealed
Update: Pre-orders now live for £34.99 / $39.99
Bungie is back today with its latest update on survival extraction FPS Marathon, which now has a release window of March 2026 and has been re-confirmed to release on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S in addition to PS5 and PC. You can get a fresh look at the game in the 22-minute documentary above, and...
News Bungie's Delayed Shooter Marathon Re-Emerges With New Xbox Playtest
"This is an important checkpoint for us..."
Back in the summer, Destiny dev Bungie delayed its upcoming extraction shooter Marathon due to mixed feedback from the team's 2025 Alpha test, but that hasn't discouraged them - as a new playtest has now been announced for later this month. Marathon's next tech test goes ahead October 22 through October...
News Marathon Is Expected To Launch Before April 2026 As Sony Tightens Its Grip On Bungie
"Bungie is becoming more part of PlayStation Studios"
Remember the high profile Alpha test and subsequent delay of Bungie's extraction shooter Marathon? To be honest, we wouldn't blame you if the whole thing slipped to the back of your mind - but today, we have some interesting comments from Sony on what's next for the upcoming series revival (thank
News Bungie Delays Xbox Shooter Marathon After Mixed Feedback To 2025 Alpha
"You'll hear from us again later this fall"
Earlier this year, Bungie swung open the doors to its upcoming FPS Marathon - allowing players across Xbox, PlayStation and PC to try out the team's new extraction shooter and provide feedback ahead of launch. Well, that feedback was pretty mixed, so much so that the team has delayed the game indefinitely...
News ARC Raiders Set For Huge Xbox Launch As Previews Say It's Better Than Marathon
"Yes, ARC Raiders makes Marathon look bad"
Earlier this week, we highlighted two big betas that were happening on Xbox in May 2025, and one of these has already been a massive hit with both players and critics - and it's the upcoming extraction shooter, ARC Raiders. Looking around at some of the previews of the game so far, multiple outlets have...
News Marathon Players Share Their Initial Thoughts As Xbox Alpha Goes Live
Mixed feelings
Today's the day for the Marathon Closed Alpha on Xbox and other platforms, with the test kicking off for anyone lucky enough to receive an invite via the Marathon Discord server - and players have been sharing their initial reviews already. Based on what we're coming across so far, it feels like there are mixed opinions about what...
Roundup The First Impressions Of Marathon Are In
Hit or miss?
Last week, Bungie lifted the lid on its new extraction-shooter Marathon, and while the reception has admittedly been mixed online, people who have gone hands on with it actually seem to be quite excited about it. We've now got the very first impressions from various outlets and YouTube channels, so here's a quick roundup of some...
News Marathon Won't Be Free-To-Play On Xbox, But Bungie Says It'll Cost Less Than $70
"Marathon will not be a 'full-priced' title"
Over the weekend, former Xbox studio Bungie unveiled Marathon — its next major project after Destiny 2 — and in the wake of fan reception to the new title, the team has given us a little bit of clarification on its pricing plans. <related ids="180993"> From the off, it seemed pretty clear that...
News Bungie's 'Marathon' Gets September Release Date For Xbox, Closed Alpha This Month
Here's a look at some gameplay
Bungie has pulled back the curtain on its upcoming extraction shooter Marathon today, including a first proper look at gameplay. It's been revealed that Marathon will release for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S on September 23rd, 2025. In Marathon, you'll pick your Runner ("cybernetic mercenaries with unique...
News Bungie's 'Marathon' Still Coming To Xbox, Full Gameplay Reveal Dated For This Week
A super showcase
It's been a while since we last heard about Bungie's new 'Marathon' extraction shooter, but it's suddenly now reappeared with a new teaser trailer - revealing that a full gameplay reveal showcase will be taking place this Saturday. Specifically, Marathon's gameplay reveal is set for April 12th at 10am PDT / 1pm EDT / 6pm BST...
News Bungie Provides Dev Update On Marathon, Encourages Xbox Fans To 'Wish List'
New art, playtest plans and "more" in 2025
Former Halo developer Bungie has today provided an update on its new extraction shooter Marathon, which was officially announced in 2023. In today's update, game director Joe Ziegler explained how it's still a little bit early to show the game as one piece, but everything in terms of the development is...
News Bungie's New 'Marathon' Is An Extraction Shooter Coming To Xbox Series X And S
From the creators of Halo
Bungie has officially unveiled its revival of 'Marathon' - an old series that the famous Halo developer worked on prior to Xbox's blockbuster franchise. This time, the IP is coming back as an extraction shooter, and Xbox Series X|S is thankfully included in the platform list. For now, we don't have any kind of release date...
