Marathon Launches March 5 with Post-Launch Content Roadmap
Bungie’s new PvPvE survival extraction shooter, Marathon, is set to release on March 5, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Steam, and Xbox Series X|S. The launch is just the beginning, with a commitment to ongoing, free seasonal updates and a dynamic, evolving universe driven by player feedback [Bungie].
What is Marathon?
Marathon is a team-based extraction shooter set in a dark sci-fi world. Players take on the role of Runners, scavenging the lost colony of Tau Ceti IV for valuables while contending with hostile security forces, rival players, and unpredictable environments [Marathon Official Website]. The game features cross-play and cross-save functionality [Bungie.net].
Post-Launch Content and Seasonal Updates
Bungie plans to support Marathon with free seasonal updates, eliminating the necessitate for expansions or DLC. Each season will introduce new challenges, skills to master, and a fresh start for all players, resetting vault progress to maintain a challenging and rewarding experience [Bungie].
As players progress through each season by completing contracts and upgrading factions, they will gain access to stronger base stats and improved gear. This system aims to build the game consistently dangerous, ensure loot remains valuable, and provide opportunities for both returning and new players to join the action [Bungie].
Players will retain items that represent their identity from season to season.
Server Slam Preview
Prior to launch, players had the opportunity to participate in a Server Slam open preview weekend from February 26 to March 2, 2026, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam [Bungie.net] and [Bungie Press Room]. This preview allowed players to stress test the servers and earn rewards for the full game launch.
Available Platforms
Marathon is available on:
- PlayStation 5
- Steam
- Xbox Series X|S
Runner Shells and Customization
Runner shells provide diverse playstyle foundations, and players can customize their builds with scavenged weapons, body implants, and core system upgrades [Marathon Official Website].