Bungie Confirms March Release Date for Marathon Following Xbox Store Leak
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Bungie has officially confirmed that extraction shooter Marathon will launch on March 5 across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, following an accidental leak on the Xbox Store.
The launch details for Bungie's upcoming extraction shooter have finally locked into place. Following an accidental early leak via an Xbox Store pre-order trailer, Bungie has officially confirmed that Marathon will launch on March 5 across PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. Players diving into the dark sci-fi world of Tau Ceti 4 will be able to tackle the hostile PvPvE environment solo, with a regular squad, or by forming uneasy alliances using proximity chat.
Alongside the standard release, Bungie is rolling out the usual tiered offerings that modern live service players expect. Pre-orders are now live for a Deluxe Edition packed with exclusive Runner and Weapon cosmetics, alongside a physical Collector's Edition. This high-end bundle features a premium unboxing experience inspired by the game's lore, complete with a 1/6-scale Thief Runner Shell statue, a collectible miniature WEAVEworm, and various physical and digital rewards.
This official confirmation follows a tumultuous period for the development team. Bungie previously pointed to a general March window back in December, shortly before art director Joseph Cross announced his departure from the studio. As the community prepares to drop onto Tau Ceti 4 and scavenge for loot beneath the derelict Marathon ship, players are watching closely to see how Bungie balances its ambitious extraction mechanics with the realities of supporting a major modern multiplayer ecosystem. For more details on the release and pre-order tiers, check out the original report on Eurogamer.
Tags: Marathon, Bungie, Extraction Shooter, PC Gaming, Console Gaming
Original article: Eurogamer