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Bungie Prepares Marathon for September Launch with Closed Alpha Testing

The extraction shooter will undergo player testing this month as Bungie refines gameplay and pricing ahead of its release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X.

Overview

  • Marathon, Bungie's team-based extraction shooter, is set for release on September 23, 2025, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X.
  • A closed alpha playtest will run from April 23 to May 4, allowing players to provide feedback via the official Discord channel.
  • Bungie has confirmed the game will not be a full-priced title, hinting at a possible $40 price point, though final pricing will be announced later this summer.
  • The game features six unique Runner characters with customizable abilities and cross-play functionality across platforms.
  • Community feedback from early playtests is being integrated as Bungie aims to differentiate Marathon within the competitive extraction shooter genre.

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