Bungie's highly anticipated sci-fi extraction shooter, Marathon, finally breaks its year-long silence with a developer update. While a release date remains elusive, the update confirms the game is progressing well and playtests are planned for 2025.
Marathon: A New Era for Bungie
Announced at the 2023 PlayStation Showcase, Marathon represents Bungie's return to its roots and a significant departure from the Destiny franchise. Game Director Joe Ziegler, in a recent video update, [YouTube Embed: https://www.youtube.com/embed/r8WgMQuPwRE], clarified that the game is a class-based extraction shooter, showcasing early concepts for "Thief" and "Stealth" Runner characters.
Ziegler highlighted significant gameplay revisions based on extensive player testing, promising broader playtests in 2025 to incorporate more community feedback. He urged fans to wishlist the game on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation to show their interest and receive future updates.
Another video overview [YouTube Embed: https://www.youtube.com/embed/ckI_m8bbXfw] provides additional context, highlighting the game's setting on Tau Ceti IV, its focus on PvP extraction gameplay with opportunities for emergent player narratives, and its accessibility to both new and veteran Marathon fans.
The game will feature cross-play and cross-save functionality across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. While originally envisioned as purely PvP, Ziegler hints at narrative expansions and ongoing world development.
Challenges and Changes
The development journey hasn't been without its hurdles. The departure of original project lead Chris Barrett in March 2024, following allegations of misconduct, and subsequent studio layoffs have undoubtedly impacted the timeline. However, Ziegler's update conveys optimism regarding the game's trajectory despite these setbacks. While a firm release date remains unannounced, the planned 2025 playtests offer a glimmer of hope for eager fans.
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