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Bungie Details Marathon’s Runner Shells, Unveils Solo ‘Rook’ With Risk-Free Extraction

The solo-only Rook option offers risk-free extractions to lower the barrier for newcomers.

Overview

  • Bungie released a developer diary that explains Marathon’s class-based Runner shells and the game’s buildcrafting systems.
  • Selecting the Rook shell places players alone into matches already in progress with only a starting kit and no personal loadout.
  • “You risk nothing, and anything you take out is yours to keep,” said Bungie Runner team lead Kevin Yanes about Rook.
  • The current lineup includes Destroyer, Assassin, Recon, Vandal, Thief, Triage, and Rook, each tuned for distinct roles and abilities.
  • Marathon is planned for a March launch on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PS5 with a reported $40 price.