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- UK price
- £34.99
- US price
- $39.99
- Positive reviews
- 77%
- Total reviews
- 64,822
- Release date
- 5 March 2026
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Steam player data · App 3065800
Marathon
- Multi-player
- PvP
- Online PvP
- Cross-Platform Multiplayer
- Steam Achievements
- Adjustable Text Size
- Camera Comfort
- Color Alternatives
Concurrent players3,824Most recent successful sample
Today's peak3,85918/144 samples
Tracked peak5,701Highest retained daily peak
Steam rating77%64,822 reviews
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System requirements
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Windows
Minimum
- Requirement
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS
- Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory
- 8 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4 GB) / Intel Arc A580 (8 GB, with ReBAR on)
- DirectX
- Version 12
- Network
- Broadband Internet connection
Recommended
- Requirement
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS
- Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3500
- Memory
- 16 GB RAM
- Graphics
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB) / Intel Arc A770 (16 GB, with ReBAR on)
- DirectX
- Version 12
- Network
- Broadband Internet connection
Launch window
Released 5 March 2026 · Tracking from 5 September 2026
SteamWatch’s first observed day and week; tracking can begin after release. Top Sellers is Steam’s revenue ranking, not a sales estimate.
- Player peak
- 3,064
- Steam reviews
- 63,98877% positive
- Twitch peak
- Not recorded
- Price observed
- £34.99
- Top Sellers
- No appearanceNo ranked days
1 player-data day recorded in this window.
- Player peak
- 3,224
- Steam reviews
- 64,04677% positive
- Twitch peak
- Not recorded
- Price observed
- £34.99
- Top Sellers
- No appearanceNo ranked days
7 player-data days recorded in this window.
Peak 3,859Average 2,301Latest 3,859
P Patch or game update
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Selected outlets
4 collectedCritic reviews
Eurogamer80Marathon review - ignore the noise, this game speaks for itselfPublished before SteamWatch began trackingIGN90Marathon ReviewPublished before SteamWatch began trackingPC Gamer90Marathon reviewPublished before SteamWatch began trackingGameSpot90Marathon Review - Incredible Highs, Painful LowsPublished before SteamWatch began tracking
Twitch
Twitch stats
Awaiting the first Twitch sample.
Long-term history
Monthly players breakdown
Calculated from SteamWatch samples
| Month | Peak | Gain | % gain | Average | Avg % gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last 30 days | 5,701 | +2,409 | +73.2% | 2,311 | +22.6% |
| October 2026 | 5,701 | +2,366 | +70.9% | 2,488 | +31.5% |
| September 2026 | 3,335 | — | — | 1,892 | — |
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Regional prices
41 regions checked
| Region | Currency | Regular | Current | Discount | Historical low | Last change |
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| United KingdomGBP · GB | GBP | £34.99 | £34.99 | 0% | £20.99 | 20 Oct 2026 |
| United StatesUSD · US | USD | $39.99 | $39.99 | 0% | $23.99 | 20 Oct 2026 |
| Euro areaEUR · DE | EUR | €39.99 | 23,99€ | 40% | 23,99€ | 04 Oct 2026 |
| United Arab EmiratesAED · AE | AED | AED 139.00 | 83.40 AED | 40% | 83.40 AED | 04 Oct 2026 |
| AustraliaAUD · AU | AUD | A$59.95 | A$ 35.97 | 40% | A$ 35.97 | 04 Oct 2026 |
| BrazilBRL · BR | BRL | R$164.90 | R$ 98,94 | 40% | R$ 98,94 | 04 Oct 2026 |
| CanadaCAD · CA | CAD | CA$49.99 | CDN$ 29.99 | 40% | CDN$ 29.99 | 04 Oct 2026 |
| SwitzerlandCHF · CH | CHF | CHF 39.90 | CHF 23.94 | 40% | CHF 23.94 | 04 Oct 2026 |
| ChileCLP · CL | CLP | CLP 27,900 | CLP$ 16.740 | 40% | CLP$ 16.740 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| ChinaCNY · CN | CNY | CN¥168.00 | ¥ 100.80 | 40% | ¥ 100.80 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| ColombiaCOP · CO | COP | COP 124,900.00 | COL$ 74.940 | 40% | COL$ 74.940 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| Costa RicaCRC · CR | CRC | CRC 15,990.00 | ₡9.595 | 40% | ₡9.595 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| Hong KongHKD · HK | HKD | HK$299.00 | HK$ 179.40 | 40% | HK$ 179.40 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| IndonesiaIDR · ID | IDR | IDR 449,999.00 | Rp 269 999 | 40% | Rp 269 999 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| IsraelILS · IL | ILS | ₪139.00 | ₪83.40 | 40% | ₪83.40 | 05 Oct 2026 |
| IndiaINR · IN | INR | ₹2,449.00 | ₹ 1,469 | 40% | ₹ 1,469 | 06 Oct 2026 |
| JapanJPY · JP | JPY | JP¥4,480 | ¥ 2,688 | 40% | ¥ 2,688 | 06 Oct 2026 |
| South KoreaKRW · KR | KRW | ₩44,800 | ₩ 26,880 | 40% | ₩ 26,880 | 06 Oct 2026 |
| KuwaitKWD · KW | KWD | 11.99 KD | 11.99 KD | 0% | 7.19 KD | 16 Oct 2026 |
| KazakhstanKZT · KZ | KZT | 14 499₸ | 14 499₸ | 0% | 8 699₸ | 18 Oct 2026 |
| MexicoMXN · MX | MXN | MX$649.00 | Mex$ 389.40 | 40% | Mex$ 389.40 | 07 Oct 2026 |
| MalaysiaMYR · MY | MYR | MYR 129.00 | RM77.40 | 40% | RM77.40 | 07 Oct 2026 |
| NorwayNOK · NO | NOK | NOK 399.00 | 239,40 kr | 40% | 239,40 kr | 07 Oct 2026 |
| New ZealandNZD · NZ | NZD | NZ$67.95 | NZ$ 40.77 | 40% | NZ$ 40.77 | 08 Oct 2026 |
| PeruPEN · PE | PEN | PEN 109.00 | S/.65.40 | 40% | S/.65.40 | 10 Oct 2026 |
| PhilippinesPHP · PH | PHP | ₱1,799.00 | P1,079.40 | 40% | P1,079.40 | 11 Oct 2026 |
| PolandPLN · PL | PLN | PLN 149.99 | 89,99 zł | 40% | 89,99 zł | 11 Oct 2026 |
| QatarQAR · QA | QAR | 139.00 QR | 139.00 QR | 0% | 139.00 QR | No change recorded |
| RussiaRUB · RU | — | — | Unavailable | 0% | — | No change recorded |
| Saudi ArabiaSAR · SA | SAR | SAR 149.95 | 89.97 SR | 40% | 89.97 SR | No change recorded |
| SingaporeSGD · SG | SGD | S$49.90 | S$49.90 | 0% | S$49.90 | No change recorded |
| ThailandTHB · TH | THB | ฿999.00 | ฿999.00 | 0% | ฿999.00 | No change recorded |
| TaiwanTWD · TW | TWD | NT$ 1,190 | NT$ 1,190 | 0% | NT$ 1,190 | No change recorded |
| UkraineUAH · UA | UAH | 1 149₴ | 1 149₴ | 0% | 1 149₴ | No change recorded |
| UruguayUYU · UY | UYU | $U1.249 | $U1.249 | 0% | $U1.249 | No change recorded |
| VietnamVND · VN | VND | 739.000₫ | 739.000₫ | 0% | 739.000₫ | No change recorded |
| South AfricaZAR · ZA | ZAR | R 699.00 | R 699.00 | 0% | R 699.00 | No change recorded |
| CIS (regional USD)USD_CIS · AM | USD | $27.99 USD | $27.99 USD | 0% | $27.99 USD | No change recorded |
| Latin America (regional USD)USD_LATAM · AR | USD | $27.99 USD | $27.99 USD | 0% | $27.99 USD | No change recorded |
| Middle East & North Africa (regional USD)USD_MENA · EG | USD | $27.99 USD | $27.99 USD | 0% | $27.99 USD | No change recorded |
| South Asia (regional USD)USD_SASIA · PK | USD | US$27.99 | $16.79 USD | 40% | $16.79 USD | No change recorded |
Positive rating76.5%
Positive reviews49,631
Negative reviews15,222
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About this game
Description
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Digital Deluxe Edition
The Marathon Deluxe Edition includes:
All Standard Edition content
1x Premium Rewards Pass Voucher
200 SILK Rewards Pass Tokens
Weapon Cosmetics:
MIDNIGHT DECAY Misriah 2442 Pump Shotgun Style
MIDNIGHT DECAY Overrun AR Style
Runner Shell Cosmetics:
MIDNIGHT DECAY Vandal Shell Style
MIDNIGHT DECAY Destroyer Shell Style
MIDNIGHT DECAY Assassin Shell Style
MIDNIGHT DECAY Thief Shell Style
About the Game
Infiltrate the dark sci-fi world of Marathon filled with rival players, enemy forces, and unpredictable dangers. Scavenge its maps alone or with a crew, then fight your way to extraction in tense, high-stakes PVP and PVE battles.
SURVIVE AND THRIVE
Scour dangerous locations for valuables, loot, and intel on the lost colony.
Grab gear off defeated players and enemies. Exfil successfully and fill your vault.
Complete contracts to earn rewards, upgrade your loadout, and come back stronger.
YOUR STRATEGY, YOUR RUNNER
Pick a Runner shell that fits your playstyle, each with its own unique abilities.
Upgrade your loadout with an arsenal of moddable weapons and customizable abilities.
Craft countless builds, from stealthy infiltrators to frontline bruisers and support specialists.
COUNT ON YOUR CREW, TRUST YOURSELF
Crew up in groups of two or three or take on Tau Ceti alone.
Form cautious alliances balanced on a knife’s edge. Make a deal with enemy players or betray their trust for your own gain.
Play as Rook, a lone scavenger with nothing to lose except what you find along the way.
PUSH AHEAD, GROW YOUR POWER
Grow stronger throughout the course of the season and put your best loot on the line to earn incredible rewards.
Climb the ladder and prove you’re a top Runner in Ranked mode.
Enter Cryo Archive to crack raid-like challenges, solve layered puzzles, and clash with rival crews for top-tier loot.
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Achievements
14 achievements
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|---|---|---|
| 01 | Ach1 | 72.2% |
| 02 | Ach5 | 69.1% |
| 03 | Ach2 | 59.1% |
| 04 | Ach4 | 45.5% |
| 05 | Ach3 | 43.9% |
| 06 | Ach7 | 38.1% |
| 07 | Ach9 | 37.1% |
| 08 | Ach6 | 22.7% |
| 09 | Ach8 | 20.0% |
| 10 | Ach10 | 19.5% |
| 11 | Ach12 | 19.3% |
| 12 | Ach11 | 9.4% |
| 13 | Ach13 | 5.8% |
| 14 | Ach14 | 5.7% |
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Patches
44 tracked updates
Marathon Update 1.1.9.5
EventsVault BreakerVault Breaker will be available from October 20 – November 10.Vault Breaker Armory:Tier 1 Repeatable OffersMaterials Pack 1: Stock decreased from 5/week to 2/week.Materials Pack 2: Stock decreased from 5/week to 2/week.Cryo Archive Key Template: Stock decreased from 3/week to 1/week.Deluxe weapon: Stock decreased from 3/week to 2/week.Deluxe Backpack: Stock decreased from 3/week to 2/week.Deluxe Shield Implant: Stock decreased from 3/week to 2/week.Tier 2 Repeatable Offers:Vault Key 4, 5, and 6: Only available for purchase during the 2nd and 3rd weeks of Vault Breaker being active.Tier 2 Limited Offers that will only be available during the 2nd and 3rd weeks of Vault Breaker being active:DRRVISHSalt WagesApiaristBiotoxic DisinjectorBiotoxic Disinjector AmmoUpgradesAll upgrades will be available for purchase from the start.Econ ChangesSolo players will receive 50% mo...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.9.4
CodexFixed an issue where the Convoy Drone Codex would only unlock if the objectives were completed on Outpost.ContractsFixed an issue where players could get stuck repeating the same Night Marsh CyAc Guidance contracts.FactionsFixed an issue where a NuCaloric Armory upgrade incorrectly stated it would unlock the Evasive Maneuvers implant, instead of the intended Risk/Reward implant.GeneralFixed an issue where incorrect information displayed on the Nightfall Refresh explainer screen.
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.9.3
GeneralRemoved incorrect information from Nightfall Refresh explainer screen.Fixed an issue causing players to experience crashes on Night Marsh.
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.9.2
Nightfall RefreshThe following have been reset:Runner, Cradle, and Faction levelsPriority ContractsRankVault ContentsZone accessNew Rewards PassThe NuCaloric Reward Pass is available now at no additional cost to everyone who owns Marathon.Sponsored Queues will be returning every weekend (Thursdays through Mondays) for the rest of Nightfall Refresh.Sponsored Perimeter is up first and will be available 10/8 - 10/12.Progression (Runner Level, Factions)Increased XP yields for defeating UESC forcesReduced rank reputation requirements for all Factions to align with the shorter duration of the Nightfall Refresh releaseUpdated VIP rank reputation requirements for all Factions to match their respective final standard rank reputation requirementUpcoming Event ChangesVault BreakerVault Breaker will be available from October 20 – November 9.Vault Breaker Armory:Tier 1 Repeatable OffersMaterials P...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.9.1
GeneralFixed an issue in the Vault where holding the Sell button on selected items while Overflow was not open would sell all items in Overflow.
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon's next major update runs a few months further away, permanent PvE in hand, as Bungie ditch their "strict seasonal schedule"
Bungie have announced that the Marathon update originally slated to arrive on September 22nd will not be doing so. Instead, it'll rock up in December as part of a major update dubbed Symbiosis, which'll introduce a new permanent PvE mode. Bungie are pegging it as "the first major step in Marathon’s next chapter" and have decided to ditch their established seasonal cadence for additions as part of this raft of changed plans. Read more
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Development Update - Nightfall Refresh and Symbiosis
Nightfall Refresh and December Update SymbiosisWe previously shared plans for Marathon’s next major update to launch on September 22. We know many players were looking forward to it, and we appreciate your patience. We are adjusting our plans to ensure the update meets your expectations.The content originally planned for September will now arrive as part of our Symbiosis update on December 8. Alongside the new Runner shell, permanent PvE experience, and refreshed Perimeter zone, the update will also include a social space/firing range, an experimental TDM mode, and improvements to new player onboarding.Before then, we’ll release a smaller, focused update on October 6 that resets progression and the in-game economy, refreshes rewards, and improves the live game, while giving the team the time needed to deliver the larger experiences planned for December and March.We’re also moving away...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.9
Item EconomyC.A.R.R.I Armory UpdateAdded a Superior Shield Implant and a Superior Backpack.These will be able to be acquired 3x per week.Reduced CyberAcme Commendations cost for some items.Deluxe Backpack: 20 -> 15.Deluxe Shield Implant: 12 -> 10.Deluxe Key Template: 40 -> 30.Superior Key Template: 75 -> 50.CombatRook Inventory UpdateAdded items to Rook’s inventory:Compromised Sneak Pack.2x Claymores.1x Depleted Self Revive.1x Signal Jammer.These updates will last until the end of Season 2.ModsFixed an issue where the Full-Auto Selector mod incorrectly stated that it increased rate of fire.User Interface and ExperienceFixed a visual issue with the Threat indicator text when selecting a Ranked mode.Fixed an issue where the audible invite sent notice and player joined notice would not always play when inviting a player.ContractsFixed an issue in Return on Investment 4/5 where objectives...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.5.5
Ordnance HeistFixed an issue where UESC Manifests were not shared among crew upon exfil.If you have not already claimed it, players should check their mailbox for the 150 Manifests we had previously sent out while this issue was active.Increased the number of Firestorm Locker Keys granted upon completion of a key template, up to 3 from 1.Updated Firestorm Arms Locker loot.Increased the number of rolls for implants and cores, with a higher chance of these items dropping at Prestige rarity.To make room for these increases, slightly reduced weapon chip and consumable item count.Dev Note: The above two changes originally went live on Friday, 8/21.GeneralFixed an issue where opening the Hidden Cache in Cryo Archive would continuously grant XP and MIDA reputation.This action, as well as any others that were temporarily disabled, have now been re-enabled.
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.5.4
Ordnance HeistThe Ordnance Heist PvPvE experience is live!Engage in a multi-run chase across different zones. Take down UESC, acquire Locker keys, hunt for the Firestorm. Let it rain.Extract with UESC Manifests to gear up in the updated MIDA and Traxus Armories.End Date: September 1st.Check out our preview blog for more info!https://www.bungie.net/News/Article/ordnance_heistItem EconomyUpdated Ranked maps to increase the volume and quality of available loot.Dev Note: More gear will be available, and players should encounter more blue and purple gear.Fixed an issue where players would occasionally still have their Sponsored Kit contents unpacked in the lobby after a disconnect.Warped items have now been re-enabled.Fixed an issue where the available stock of Sekiguchi implants was less than the other factions.Fixed an issue where players could lose inventory items after completing a Roo...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.5.3
GeneralFixed an issue where the FPS counter was not displaying accurately when using DLSS Frame Generation.Fixed a visual issue where the error message for a solo player trying to launch into a Duos queue would incorrectly state that enabling Crew Fill would allow them to launch.
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.5.2
Vault BreakerWe have extended the duration of the Vault Breaker mode!New end date: August 18.Increased the available stock of some limited offers to reflect this extension.We look forward to continuing to hear your feedback on this experimental PvE mode.Updated the Key Template Armory reward to correctly specify that it only awards Cryo Archive keys.Item EconomySponsored Kit Boosts - Free Sponsored Kits have now been upgraded:Starting weapon now come with random Enhanced (green) mods.1 stack of Enhanced (green) Patch Kits.1 random grenade (smoke, heat, or claymore).CombatWeaponsV22 Volt ThrowerDamage increased from 12.6 to 14.4.Developer’s Note: This is a partial revert of the damage reduction we applied on 7/24, which had brought Volt Thrower damage down from 18 to 12.6.Tracking speed will now slowly decay over 1.2 seconds of a projectile's lifetime by a maximum of 30%.Reduced the am...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.5.1
Vault BreakerAdded a Solo-only queue option for Vault Breaker.This is a new queue option for Vault Breaker with adjusted combat difficulty to account for the reduced crew size. Players who select the “Solo” option before launching into matchmaking should find this experimental mode less punishing than Week 1.Increased critical damage against UESC combatants.Reduced UESC aggression and accuracy.Solo players who enjoy the challenge should continue to select Trios with Crew Fill off.Item EconomyFixed an issue where VIP reward packages were unable to be claimed.Players should now be able to claim all available packages, including those that have been earned since this issue began following Update 1.1.5.Fixed an issue where players that purchased sponsored kits from C.A.R.R.I. while having a full Vault could experience a run with an incorrect loadout.User Interface and ExperienceFixed an i...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.5
GeneralAdded a new experimental PVE mode, Vault Breaker.Explore Cryo Archive as a crew, duo, or a solo player, taking on a progressively challenging series of vaults.Grow stronger across multiple matches with progression that’s unique to Vault Breaker, and push towards the final vault and the mysterious entity within.Added support to Player Voice Reporting and Voice Moderation.More information available at bung.ie/voicemoderation.Item EconomyArmoryGanglion barters now have a stock limit of 3, with the exception of Hyphatic Gel.Fixed an issue where Ganglion barters could reroll during unintended scenarios.Adjusted some barter costs to include Rubber Salvage.CradleThe 25% reduction in Cradle progress has now been reverted.New Feature: Cradle EvolutionPlayers whose Cradle has reached level 70 will see a new the option to "Evolve Cradle" below the Cradle XP bar.Activating a Cradle Evoluti...
Read full update on Steam ↗Mid-Season 2 Update Preview
The mid-season update is coming next week.It brings a lot with it including our first experimental PvE mode Vault Breaker and a fresh batch of balance and progression updates.Let’s get into it.Experimental PvE Mode: Vault BreakerVault Breakers utilize hit-and-run tactics to master the secrets of the Marathon’s Cryo Archive. They travel light and target the Archive’s many vaults in search of valuable loot and deeper access throughout the deck.Vault Breakers’ strategic deployments challenge the UESC’s jurisdiction aboard the Marathon—applying constant pressure to defend the zone against Runner incursions. They strike during “quiet” moments—while rival crews are focused on Tau Ceti IV—to keep the UESC off guard and to maneuver with more focus, free of the chaos of a contested zone.When Update 1.1.5 arrives on July 21, the Vault Breaker mode will open its doors and send Runners into Cryo...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.0.5
GeneralFixed an issue where selecting Solo Queue could fail to update your matchmaking state, which could leave you locked into another queue or in a crew-based queue unexpectedly.
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.0.4
GeneralSponsored Mode: Zone updated to Dire Marsh (Night).The C.A.R.R.I. Armory has been updated with the following changes.Wares Added:Deluxe Key TemplateBlue BackpackSelf ReviveWares Changed:Lockbox Key Commendations Cost: 10 → 7Reputation Pack Weekly Stock: 1 → 2Rotating Grey Weapon Commendations Cost: 10 → 5Updated the Dire Marsh (Night) Sponsored activity description to clarify the Sponsored Kit loadout requirement.Fixed an issue where players could be matchmade into Trios when the UI displayed Solos.Fixed an issue that could prevent some mailbox messages from being delivered.CombatFixed an issue where the Sniper boss targeted audio could play for nearby Runners who weren’t targeted.RunnersTriageFixed an issue where the Astrophage style’s face would brightly glow when in the Dire Marsh (Night) Zone.ZonesDire Marsh (Day)Fixed an issue where Lockdown activities were failing to spaw...
Read full update on Steam ↗Following the last Destiny 2 update, layoffs at Bungie are underway, with most of the shooter's team affected
Back in May, Bungie announced that their long running shooter MMO Destiny 2 would be getting its final ever big update in June. At the time there were rumours that layoffs would follow not long after the update arrived. Now, a little over two weeks since the update dropped, Bungie have confirmed that layoffs are taking place. Read more
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Dev Team Update: Key Dates
As we move deeper into the new season, we want to share some important dates coming up for Marathon. Mid-Season Begins July 21 First up, mid-season will start on July 21 and will include... Introducing Vault Breaker Marathon's experimental PVE mode: Vault Breaker. Explore Cryo Archive as a crew, duo, or solo player, taking on a progressively challenging series of vaults. Grow stronger across multiple matches with progression that’s unique to Vault Breaker, and push towards the final vault and the mysterious entity within. Vault Breaker requires a special Sponsored Kit to queue up, and any gear or items you find stay behind when you exfil. The exception to this is Vault Data. This new currency is found within vaults, and when extracted, can be exchanged for upgrades to your Vault Breaker Sponsored Kits as well as gear that can be used in other modes. This let’s you experience Cryo Arch...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.0.3
Item EconomyFixed an issue where barter options were not populating for the Compiler Ganglion.Swapped Arachne and Sekiguchi VIP upgrade costs so Synapse Cubes can be used for certain upgrades instead of the previous prestige salvage.Adjusted MIDA’s final Capstone to now grant ANTI_VIRUS.EXE, providing 2 minutes of Anti-Virus protection at the beginning of a run. Previously was providing Cardio Kick that did not stack with the Dexterity track perk.CombatWeaponsKKV-9SDFixed an issue where the KKV-9SD would cease firing while holding down the trigger on certain controllers.User Interface and ExperienceFixed an issue where stickers were not correctly showing up on the Retro_Remix WSTR Shotgun style.ZonesPerimeterFixed an issue where Solo queue was selectable on Ranked.Developer Note: The intention for players queueing into Ranked is the same as Season 1, which is that crews of all sizes e...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Dev Team Update: A Note on the Season 2 Economy
There’s been a lot of conversations about the loot economy and drop changes in Season 2, and we want to share more about how we’re thinking about the loot economy overall.Out the gate in Season 2, progression and access to power moved much faster than the previous season. For reference, the average wealth in week two of Season 2 is similar to what we saw in weeks 11 and 12 of Season 1. And while we did want to increase progression speeds, we didn’t land at a place that’s healthy for the game.There are a few things we’re tracking that are contributing to this accelerated pace:There’s an issue causing higher rarity loot to be more prevalent throughout the game than we see internally. This isn’t something we’ve seen in our internal playtests, and we’re still unravelling the source.There were various bugs and other issues we’ve fixed in recent updates, such as guaranteed gold drops in pla...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.0.2
General ONI is now announcing the return of C.A.R.R.I., the CyberAcme Runner Reinforcement Initiative. This Initiative returns with following changes and additions: CyberAcme Commendations: A new material which is awarded to Runners that promote C.A.R.R.I. values For Crews: Earn commendations (+4) for each contract objective you assist your crewmate in completing For Solos (Non-Rook): Earn commendations (+6) for each contract objective you complete. Bonus commendations (+5) can be earned if you exfil with other players. For Rooks: Earn commendations (+5) for successful exfils. Bonus commendations (+5) can be earned if you exfil with other players. All commendations rewards will be sent directly to your vault after completing any of the actions listed above C.A.R.R.I. Armory: Exchange commendations for special offers in CyberAcme’s armory. Weapon Showcase: Each week, C.A.R.R.I. will fe...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.0.1
Item Economy Slightly reduced the chance for Prestige Shield to appear in all sources. Slightly reduced the chance for Prestige Weapon Mods to appear in all sources. Fixed various issues where Schemas granted more or fewer Credits than their listed value upon exfil. Combat Weapons Fixed an issue where dragging a weapon mod from one equipped weapon to another could incorrectly show the mod as incompatible, even when it was valid for both weapons. Fixed an issue with the D54 Battle Pistol Prestige mod perk “Daredevil Stock” where spam clicking could extend the super burst for the full duration of the magazine. Chips Fixed an issue where the Aftershock perk was expiring too quickly after taking explosive damage. User Interface and Experience Fixed an issue where Push-to-Talk would fail while in the prepare screen. Updated item tooltip to not include certain actions while the multi-select...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Open Play Week and Progression Update
We are extending Marathon’s Open Play Week until June 11. We’ll also be gifting 50 SILK to everyone who logs in during the Open Play Week. We know the downtime interrupted not just your runs but your plans, and we want to recognize that inconvenience. SILK will be delivered via the in-game mailbox and can be claimed any time before Open Play Week ends at 10AM PT on June 11. Ban Wave We’ve issued a ban wave on accounts confirmed to be cheating in Marathon. For more information on our account restriction and banning policies, please review our Game Account Restrictions and Banning Policies here: Bungie Game Account Restrictions and Banning Policies. As a reminder, players who knowingly benefit from cheating or continue playing with cheaters may also be subject to account actions, up to and including a full game ban. If you suspect a player is cheating, please use the in-game report syst...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon dropped its massive Season 2 update, and nobody was able to play it
Marathon's Season 2 update was a huge moment for the game. With the massive patch and an open week to invite new players, it felt like a prime opportunity for Bungie to give the game a much-needed injection of both new content and fresh blood. Unfortunately, the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry, and that's exactly what happened here, as error codes and server issues plagued the release. Read the full story on PCGamesN: Marathon dropped its massive Season 2 update, and nobody was able to play it
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.1.0
General Added Streamer Mode option in the Settings: The ability to hide you and your Crew’s names on your screen. The ability to replace your in-run name with a generic one across places like pings, kill feed, death recap, and spectate. The ability to replace other players’ names on your screen with generic names. A configurable matchmaking delay to help make stream sniping harder. Added settings for controller cursor friction. Fixed an issue where doors could sometimes become desynced from the server. Setting your Steam online status to "invisible" no longer causes the in-game roster to be "invisible". Now you have to set that manually. Matchmaking Duos is now a regular option - each day a new location is chosen to have Duo queue active, indicated by a Duos marker on Zone Select. Matchmaking now supports a countdown time before launching into a run. Brand new players to Marathon are...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.0.9.1
Item Economy Fixed an issue where loot previews could briefly show the wrong item when inspecting nearby loot. Improved clarity for item-related UI messaging in specific flows. Runners Rook: Fixed an issue that would cause Rook to spawn inside of shipping containers on Perimeter. Their bloodlust has been unleashed once again. User Interface Fixed several issues causing UI elements, notifications or interface states to display incorrect or outdated information. Zones Perimeter Fixed an issue in Hauler where part of the map could disappear at certain distances. Cryo Archive Fixed an issue that would allow Crews to get in the airlock after the Compiler has already been engaged. Stability Fixed a variety of issues that could lead to crashes, disconnects, or general instability.
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.0.9
NEW: Warden Hunt Warden Hunt will be available until the end of Season 1 New Warden Encounters: Wardens can spawn at new POIs in Perimeter, Dire Marsh, and Outpost. Locked room keys are guaranteed to drop from Wardens for the remainder of the season. Key Templates are now Compromised instead of Fragile. Every run now has a guaranteed chance for a zone event to occur (Ex: Lockdowns, Intercept, etc) +50% Runner Level XP +50% Faction XP Cryo Archive Sponsored Kits will refresh on a daily basis in the Armory Starting May 21, Cryo Archive will be available every day through the end of Season 1 May 21 to 23: Cryo Archive May 24 to 27: Ranked Cryo Archive May 28 to June 1: Cryo Archive Item Economy Self-Revive When the Revive Speed stat is at 0: 12s → 16s When the Revive Speed stat is at 100: 7s → 12s Combat Kill Transport or Scan Drones: 5 → 10 Traxus XP UESC (Grenadiers, Assault, Sniper, G...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Dev Update: Self-Revive Kit and Streamer Tool Updates
Self-Revive Kit Update, Coming with 1.0.9:We’ve seen a lot of feedback that players’ ability to quickly revive after being downed during a fight is causing frustrations. When taking a look we felt that both the total time and contribution of the Revive Speed were too fast for the pace of tactical play we expect from Marathon.In Update 1.0.9, we’re increasing the time it takes for a DBNO runner to self-revive with a Self-Revive kit and rebalancing how much benefit the Revive Speed stat grants you:When the Revive Speed stat is at 0: 12s → 16sWhen the Revive Speed stat is at 100: 7s → 12sWe'll continue to monitor conversations around this.Tools for Streamers, coming with Season 2:Creators, no matter what size your community is you should have more tools to keep yourself safe out there. With the launch of Season 2 we'll be doing some work to better help you protect yourself from would-be...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Game Security Update
In our last game security update, we mentioned that we are expanding our telemetry and updating our detection methods to widen our net in catching suspected cheaters. We want to provide an update on those efforts and report that we have made progress in actively banning confirmed cheaters. We’ve begun rolling out a more advanced detection system that targets specific cheat patterns we’re seeing in live matches. We’re continuously validating and tuning it to make sure we’re catching real cheating and not introducing false positives and believe this should improve our ability to remove bad actors quicker. While we are acting on many of the reports you send, it was not possible to show that your reports have led to action. To help bring more transparency to how your reporting is making an impact, today we are rolling out the first version of a Report Confirmation Pipeline to help close t...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.0.6.3
Item Economy Map Events Lockdown on Dire Marsh, Intercept on Perimeter, and Convoy on Outpost can now drop Prestige Salvage as part of their loot rewards. Armory Fixed an issue where Hurting Hands V4 could be claimed for free more than once. C.A.R.R.I Armory Increased quantity of salvage dropped from Deluxe C.A.R.R.I. Salvage Crate across all rarities. Fixed an issue that caused C.A.R.R.I. weapons to not appear if that weapon was identical to a voucher offer the player currently possessed. Previously non-refreshing C.A.R.R.I. offers will now have their stocks reset weekly. As part of this change, the Superior Key Template's stock will only reset up to 1. This does not affect this item's starting stock of 5 or any remaining stock above the weekly reset limit. Combat Equipment Grenades Adjusted in-run stack sizes for the following grenades: Stack size reduced to 1 EMP Grenade Chem Grena...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.0.6.2
Item Economy One free Cryo Archive Sponsored Kit can now be claimed each week. Fixed an issue preventing Rooks from spawning with the updated 6 Depleted Shield Charges and Depleted Patch Kits that sponsored kits now have. Combat Weapons WSTR Combat Shotgun Increased damage from 78 to 85. Reduced critical multiplier from 1.15x to 1.05x. Slightly reduced the rate at which damage falls off. Added 75% damage bonus against AI targets. MIPS Slug Converter Prestige mod Fixed an issue that caused the slug to hit geometry when aiming around corners, vents, ladders, or nearby cover. Increased critical multiplier from 1.15x to 1.9x. Reduced projectile velocity and increased bullet drop. Reduced aim assist cone radius by 48%. User Interface and Experience Fixed an issue causing the reinforced shield to use the incorrect base shield icon. The reinforce icon now correctly shows a “+” inside the shi...
Read full update on Steam ↗Experimental Queue: Sponsored Dire Marsh - Dev Update
We're looking at trying out some adjustments to pacing on Dire Marsh that we want to test through the experimental queue. As we've been tracking Dire Marsh over the season, we've felt that at times it can feel a bit crowded, leading to some issues where collisions between players happen too early especially around certain regions in the map. As a result we're going to try something on Sponsored Marsh where we'll be reducing the max crew size by one crew and observing to see how the pacing of the matches play out and how in general it feels to have a little bit more wiggle room for players.DETAILS:Change will go into effect on 4/22 at 3:30 PM PT. Maximum crew count for Sponsored Dire Marsh will be reduced by one crew.Thanks everyone, as we roll out this change we'll be looking for continued feedback alongside play observation to help us see how this change plays out, so let us know how...
Read full update on Steam ↗New Marathon update bolsters free kit meds, and solo runs are all the better for it
At a certain point in an extraction shooter wipe, going in with a free loadout becomes a ridiculously tough pursuit. No matter how cautious you are, you're bound to run into players that are looted to the gods. Your meds get gobbled up in an instant, and you're suddenly praying to a higher power for any sort of exit that gets you back to the lobby safe. In Marathon, you already have limited backpack space, so stocking up on extra consumables mid-run is often a difficult choice. Well, in the FPS game's latest update, Bungie has offered a small amount of salvation on both fronts, having upped the amount of meds Standard Sponsored Kits come with, and increasing their stack size. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: New Marathon update takes a leaf out of Arc Raiders' book and encourages you to play nice Bungie promises "zero tolerance" for Marathon cheaters with new reporting too...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.0.6.1
Item EconomyIncreased the daily stock limits for Enhanced (green) and Deluxe (blue) Sponsored Kits in the Armory.Depleted Patch Kits & Depleted Shield Charges now stack to 6, up from 3.Standard rarity Sponsored Kits come with stacks of 6 instead of 3Recruits now drop Depleted Patch Kits and Depleted Shield Charges at a much higher rate.CombatWeaponsToggle Zoom (for keyboard and mouse players) no longer persists ADS (aim down sights) state through actions that suppress ADS like weapon swap or weapon reload, to fix an issue where players could get into a bad state unable to use medical consumables.V85 Circuit Breaker:Fixed an issue where firing immediately after a fully charged shot would show projectiles and impact VFX but wouldn’t register as a hit.User Interface and ExperienceImproved accuracy of radial selections after opening the radial menu, making a selection, and closing the rad...
Read full update on Steam ↗"UPDATE: WTF WSTRs" from Game Director, Joe Ziegler
We're gonna take a shot at bringing the WSTR more in line. Right now it's become a dominant option and is eclipsing a lot of the other short range options that exist in the game. SOOOOOO... as of Tuesday 4/21 (likely 8AM PT) the WSTR will no longer be able to down an enemy player who has blue shields or above with two shots. The ideal is that in a majority of cases this will force a reload in scenarios where the target has a blue shield, allowing for some more counterplay in these scenarios.What Will Change: Change will go live Tuesday 4/21 in the morning. Likely 8AM PT.WSTRs can still down a green shielded target with 2 direct shots at short rang WSTRs will no longer be able to down a blue and above shielded target with 2 shots at short range.We're still keeping an eye on a variety of balance issues. Thanks for all the feedback, keep it coming and we'll keep hammering at it.-Joe Zieg...
Read full update on Steam ↗New Marathon update takes a leaf out of Arc Raiders' book and encourages you to play nice
A new Marathon update finally adds the one thing it's been desperately missing - a reason to respect your fellow players. The immaculate style and Bungie's trademark FPS game fundamentals make Marathon easy to get into, but the immediately hostile nature of basically every encounter with another real person can quickly grow stale and frustrating. Compared to Arc Raiders, which has that 'will they or won't they' tension of trying to convince other teams to work alongside you, it's rather one-note. But not any more. Read the rest of the story... RELATED LINKS: Bungie promises "zero tolerance" for Marathon cheaters with new reporting tools Bungie brings the nerf hammer down on Marathon's problematic 'rich get richer' gun Here's your chance to get Marathon for just $1 and score one of my favorite FPS games in recent years for a tiny price
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.0.6
Added 4/14/2026 11:45am PT...Some missed additions for our 1.0.6. patch notes:Refreshed icons for cores, implants, and chips to add visual clarity.Signal Jammers are now purchasable from the Armory.Added a new “toggle to open” voice chat option, so players can turn Proximity Chat and Team Chat open with one press and close it with another.GeneralONI has launched the C.A.R.R.I. or CyberAcme Runner Reinforcement Initiative, a new protocol that rewards both solo Runners and coordinated Crews for completing contract objectives and exfiling together.CyberAcme Commendations are a new material earned by helping crewmates complete contract objectives, completing contract objectives as a solo Runner, or successfully exfiling as a Rook. Extra commendations can be earned when you exfil with other players outside of your Crew. Play nice, now.Added Stay Together, a new end-of-run experimental feat...
Read full update on Steam ↗"UPDATE: DIRE MARSH SPONSORED" from Game Director Joe Ziegler
UPDATE: FREE KIT FRENZY - EXPERIMENTAL QUEUE - DIRE MARSH SPONSOREDThank you to all of you who participated in the Duos Experiments we've had over the past few weeks. We're currently working on making duos a real feature in Season 2 and are diligently working on delivering that to all of you who are eagerly awaiting its return.ABOUT EXPERIMENTAL QUEUES:The experimental queue is a time limited queue that allows us to preview features in development with you, often with a less-than-complete feature set. This queue allows the Marathon development team to learn and obtain feedback that helps us deliver a more completed feature set down the line. For the sake of queue health and focus we only run one experimental queue at a time. Once we have learned enough to understand our next steps for this feature, we start work on finalizing the feature and move on to the next experiment. Your partic...
Read full update on Steam ↗Dev Update on Experimental Duo Queue
Our experiment is almost complete with the duos queue and we've gathered a lot of valuable information to help us finalize our plans for duos for Season 2. With the culmination of the duo experiment, we just wanted to thank everyone who has participated and helped us learn more about duos in Marathon, and tease that we're looking to bring the queue back better than ever in the course of Season 2. More details to come on that in future updates.Details: On Wednesday 4/8 at 10 AM PT we will be disabling the "Outpost - Duos" Queue. There will be a new experimental queue starting on 4/15 at 10 PT. More details about this queue coming next week.In regards to experiments, we have a new experimental queue we'll be running starting on 4/15. We'll have more information on this queue within the next week, and look forward to you joining us again to help us learn more about additional features we...
Read full update on Steam ↗Cheater Update from Marathon's Dev Team
We’ve seen the conversation about cheaters, toxicity, and competitive integrity in Marathon, so here’s a quick update from our Product Security team.Detection & enforcement: We have a zero-tolerance policy around cheating. We’re actively banning confirmed cheaters and expanding our telemetry and detection methods to better catch the aforementioned cheaters. Some of this work is live already, and more improvements will roll out over the coming weeks. Anti-cheat is a continuous cycle of monitoring, improving, and responding. This is an area that we will continue to invest in to protect the integrity of your runs.Reporting tools: We’re iterating on reporting for both cheating and toxic behavior:Making it easier to flag suspected cheaters in-game and via our \https://%20https//safety.bungie.net/hc/en-us/articles/42347863077268-Report-Suspected-Cheating-and-Poor-Behavior]web tools.Improvin...
Read full update on Steam ↗Marathon Update 1.0.5.3
CombatKnifeReduced the maximum lunge distance by ~10% and trimmed down the targeting angle by ~20%.Bubble ShieldIncreased rarity from Deluxe (blue) to Superior (purple)Reduced bubble HP by 33%Removed vulnerability to Volt Weapon damageIncreased resistance to UESC damage by 17%RunnersStatsMelee DamageReduced bonus damage provided by the Melee Damage stat from a maximum of 100% to a maximum of 50% against enemy Runners. Damage against non-Runner targets is unchanged.DEVELOPER NOTE: Melee in Marathon is intended to be a high-risk but potent method to contest close-quarters weapons like shotguns and submachine guns. However, the breakpoints for quick melee kills show up too early in the Melee Damage stat progression, which means additional investment into a build isn't required to get the maximum effective output. We don't want to compromise on having melee feel powerful, but believe that...
Read full update on Steam ↗Dev Update on Biotoxic Disinjector
Biotoxic Disinjector. It’s Strong! … too strong. Tonight at 6PM PT we will be doing a change on live taking it down a notch and nerfing its damage. We’re likely to make some adjustments to Biotox in the near future and may not stick to this damage nerf but for now we wanted to make sure we could curb a little bit of its dominion in the game. The change:Biotoxic Disinjector will now deal 35% less damage across the board.Thanks for all the feedback and we’ll keep chipping away at our long list of future changes. -Joe Ziegler - Game Director, Marathon
Read full update on Steam ↗Duos Update: A Candle Lit Dinner on Outpost
We're learning a lot as we go through our duos experiment and so we're moving on to Outpost to see how runner pairs do when getting drenched by molten rain! Starting this Wednesday (4/1) at 10AM PT, we're going to disable duo queue on Dire Marsh and enable Outpost for Duos. Details below:On Wednesday 4/1 at 10AM PT we will disable "Dire Marsh - Duos" and enable "Outpost - Duos" Queue.Players in pre-made duos will be able to queue into Outpost - Duos. Crew Matchmaking into a duo pair will not be available.This experiment will run for 1 week, ending on Wednesday 4/8 at 10AM PT.What we will be watching / listening for:How PvP and PvE encounters play outHow puzzle mechanics work on the map work in duosAny technical issues that occurThanks to everyone who has been participating in the duos experiment so far. It's been valuable to observe the data and hear the feedback. We'll continue to be...
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