Bungie Unveils Marathon: A New Era of Team-Based Extraction Shooting
Gaming Staff • April 12, 2025
Pc Games Indie Game Action Game Role Playing Game Sony Playstation Microsoft XboxBungie, the creators of Halo and Destiny, has revealed gameplay for their upcoming team-based extraction shooter, Marathon. The game is set to release on September 23, 2025, on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with full cross play and cross save. Players can join the Marathon community Discord to sign up for a chance to participate in the Closed Alpha Test and provide feedback to the development team.
In Marathon, players take on the role of a Runner, a cybernetic mercenary, and explore the mysterious and dangerous world of Tau Ceti IV, battling rival Runner teams and hostile security forces for weapons and upgrades. The game features Bungie's signature FPS gunplay and offers a mix of tactical and fast-paced action. Players can choose from a roster of unique characters, each with their own abilities, and customize their Runner's playstyle with the weapons, implants, and equipment they collect.
The Marathon Gameplay Reveal Showcase also featured the first, original cinematic short set in the Marathon universe, written and directed by the award-winning director Alberto Mielgo and his animation studio pinkman.tv. The short showcases Bungie's commitment to rich storytelling both in and out of the game.
Players can join the Marathon community and stay up to date with the latest news and updates on the game by visiting the Marathon press site and press kit. The game's first product range, Marathon Collection [001], is now available for purchase on the Bungie Store. Marathon is currently available for wishlisting on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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