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Bungie Sets March 2026 Launch and $40 Price for Marathon

Bungie outlines player‑requested features, non‑expiring reward passes, plus a no pay‑to‑win approach after a mixed alpha prompted a rework.

Overview

  • Launching on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC with full cross‑play and cross‑save, Marathon targets a $39.99/€39.99/£34.99 price.
  • Since the alpha, Bungie has added proximity voice chat, a Solo Runner queue, and the Rook shell for low‑risk scavenging, alongside broader visual and audio upgrades.
  • Purchasing the game grants full access with free gameplay updates through the first year, including new maps, Runner shells and live events.
  • Rewards Passes will not expire, and prior passes will remain available to purchase and complete, with Bungie emphasizing no pay‑to‑win mechanics.
  • Season 1 begins with the UESC Marathon’s Cryo Archive zone, with a fuller seasonal roadmap promised in January 2026 updates; Bungie and artist Fern Hook say the earlier plagiarism issue has been resolved.