Overview

• Bungie has officially confirmed that Marathon will not require a PlayStation Network account for players on PC and Xbox platforms.
• The decision follows backlash over mandatory PSN logins in prior Sony-published titles, such as Helldivers 2, which faced significant player criticism.
• Marathon will feature cross-platform gameplay and cross-save functionality, requiring only a Bungie account for these features.
• The first major gameplay reveal for Marathon is scheduled for April 12, 2025, promising new details on its mechanics and features.
• Marathon marks Bungie's first major release since its acquisition by Sony and serves as a revival of the classic franchise after nearly three decades.