Rumor: Marathon Open Beta in August Before September Launch

Although the announcement for Marathon was made as far back as May 2023, gamers didn’t get a glimpse of the gameplay until this month when Bungie revealed its release date, September 23, in an exciting trailer. In a gaming market that appears to be overflowing with extraction shooters, the creators of Marathon assert that the game isn’t aiming to compete with well-known titles like Escape from Tarkov; instead, it promises a more user-friendly experience. The game has already caught attention due to its cyberpunk atmosphere and absence of proximity chat, a feature designed to minimize toxicity within the playerbase of this upcoming title. Players are anxious to test out the feel of the game, but widespread access might not come until later.





