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Bungie Marathon Game Release Date
Bungie Marathon game release date is locked in for March 2026 across PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. That window came straight out of Bungie's fresh ViDoc drop just last week feels like they've been teasing this revival forever, doesn't it? Originally pegged for September 2025, it got pushed after some alpha feedback hit hard, giving the team breathing room to polish those tense extraction runs. @MarathonTheGame announced on X that Marathon hits March 2026 at $39.99/€39.99/£34.99, unveiling darker sci-fi depths with Rook scavenger mode, decaying dead runner corpses, solo play, prox chat, and a ramped-up survival extraction grind.
No exact day yet, but early 2026 vibes suggest spring fever for shooter fans. Imagine dropping into those neon-drenched maps right as the cherry blossoms hit or whatever perfect timing to squad up and chase loot without the holiday rush. Bungie's playing it smart, too, promising cross-play and cross-save from day one, so your progress doesn't vanish if you swap from Steam to console mid-grind.
This teaser amps up the hype around those ringworld raids, where runners face endless alien hordes and corporate shadows perfectly teeing up the extraction chaos Bungie's brewing.
What is the Price of This Game?
It's set at $39.99—or about €39.99/£34.99 depending on your region. Not bad for a Bungie title, right? Skips the full $70 AAA trap, landing in that sweet mid-tier spot like some live-service darlings. Regional tweaks incoming, but the base ask feels fair no pay-to-win nonsense, just straight gameplay with free updates on maps, events, and those customizable Runner shells. Reward passes won't expire either, which is a win against burnout. Back in the day, I'd blow allowances on pricier flops; this one's got me eyeing pre-loads already.
First peek at the Cryo Archive on the Marathon ship brings improved visuals and richer environmental tales straight fire for those ringworld loot hunts. No more pure F2P guesswork; this $40 entry sets it apart from Destiny's model, tempting core fans while keeping casuals at arm's length.
About the Game Marathon
Marathon's a PvPvE extraction shooter rebooting Bungie's '90s classic into something slick and survival-focused. Runners cybernetic mercs dive into chaotic maps packed with AI foes, rival players, and loot hauls that tell your own emergent story.
Think Destiny's gunplay meets Tarkov tension, but brighter, with low-poly flair and sports-inspired customization that pops on screen. Proximity chat amps the trash talk, solo queues keep it accessible, and those "digital detective" moments? Unlocking lore mid-run without shoving a campaign down your throat. It's got that futile endurance vibe from the originals overwhelming odds, foggy intel but dialed for broader crowds, not just masochists. Visuals evolved too sharper fidelity, vibrant industrial chaos. No single-player solo fest; it's multiplayer mayhem evolving post-launch. More drops in January, so hype's building without burnout.
Disclaimer:
Marathon release date and pricing info current as of Dec 16, 2025 game details subject to Bungie updates.Check official @MarathonTheGame or bungie.net for patches, delays, or changes.Fan breakdown only; editions/prices may vary by region/platform.
