Bungie's highly anticipated sci-fi extraction shooter, Marathon, finally receives a developer update after over a year of silence. Game Director Joe Ziegler confirmed the project is "on track," revealing plans for expanded playtests in 2025 and hinting at a class-based system with customizable "Runners," showcasing early concepts for "Thief" and "Stealth" character classes.
Ziegler's update, seen in the video below, addressed community concerns and emphasized the game's evolution through extensive player testing and significant design adjustments. While gameplay footage remains unavailable, the update offers a glimpse into the game's direction.
The team aims to significantly increase player participation in future playtests, encouraging fans to wishlist Marathon on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation to show their interest and receive updates.
Marathon is a fresh take on Bungie's classic IP, set on Tau Ceti IV. It's a PvP-focused extraction shooter where players, as Runners, compete for valuable alien artifacts. The game is designed to be accessible to newcomers while offering nods to the original trilogy for long-time fans.
The update also acknowledged the leadership change following the departure of Chris Barrett and the recent layoffs at Bungie. Despite these challenges, Ziegler assured fans that development continues and that the team is incorporating elements to modernize the game and its narrative. Cross-play and cross-save functionality are confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. While a release date remains unannounced, the renewed focus on playtesting suggests progress is being made.
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