Marathon Deluxe Edition discount sparks PlayStation confusion

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Players buying a discounted Deluxe Edition of Marathon on PlayStation are discovering it does not include the full base game after a free trial ends.

Some confusion has arisen around Marathon's Deluxe Edition on the PlayStation Store. A discounted version bought by many users grants only Deluxe perks such as cosmetics, a premium seasonal pass and premium currency during the trial period. The store page has been updated to clarify that buyers receive no copy of the base game once the trial concludes. They must purchase the full version separately to continue playing. The issue stems from a PlayStation Store quirk where the free trial registers as the full game. This enabled the discounted Deluxe upgrade for trial owners. The situation follows Season Two's launch and initial maintenance problems. Bungie extended the free trial and provided players with some free in-game currency.

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Bungie confirmed it will provide the base edition of Marathon at no cost to players who purchased the Deluxe Edition upgrade during the Open Play Week at a discounted price. The move addresses confusion on the PlayStation Store where the bundle appeared cheaper than expected. The studio also extended the free-to-play period for the extraction shooter.

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Bungie has released update 1.0.5.2 for Marathon, its extraction shooter, introducing incentives for players to assist strangers. The CyberAcme Runner Reinforcement Initiative offers bonus rewards for completing contracts or exfiling with non-crew players, alongside a Mercy Kit for reviving downed opponents. Balance changes include nerfs to thermal scopes and claymore drones.

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A Kotaku article has compiled 16 brief player anecdotes from Bungie's sci-fi shooter Marathon, highlighting moments of friendship, narrow escapes, and surprises. Published on March 19, 2026, the piece draws from responses to author Zack Zwiezen's call for stories shared the previous day. These tales underscore the game's high-stakes design fostering memorable experiences.

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