Game Launch
Marathon launch sees sharp player drop amid bugs, monetization criticism
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One day after Bungie's sci-fi extraction shooter Marathon launched on March 5, 2026, Steam concurrent players peaked near 90,000 but fell over 50% within 24 hours, fueling community concerns. Criticism targeted the $10 premium battle pass and store prices, alongside day-one exploits and delays, though artist Fern 'Antireal' Hook is now credited.
Bungie released its sci-fi extraction shooter Marathon on March 5, 2026, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC at a $40 price point. The launch has been mostly stable, though some players discovered beta loot carrying over unexpectedly, while the studio addressed datamining and outlined consumer-friendly seasonal passes. An ESRB rating mentioning PS4 and Xbox One versions appeared unannounced.
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