Marathon Reveals 4 Classes, 2 More Coming

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Summary

  • Marathon has revealed its first four playable Runners: Blackbird, Glitch, Locus, and Void.
  • The newly confirmed class roster offers a fairly diverse assortment of skills and shortcomings.
  • Two more characters will be available in Marathon at launch. The extraction shooter is coming to PC and consoles on September 23.

At long last, a sneak peek at the gameplay for Marathon has been unveiled, showcasing four playable classes in the process. Additionally, more character types will be accessible in the initial release of Bungie’s forthcoming game on its launch day.

The long-dormant Marathon series unexpectedly returned to life with an announcement back in May 2023. Not only is this the first installment in the series to be a first-person shooter, but it’s also poised to mark Bungie’s debut as a Sony Interactive Entertainment subsidiary, having been purchased by them in July 2022 for a deal worth around $3.6 billion.

Exactly a month prior to the second anniversary of its announcement, Bungie unveiled the long-awaited game titled Marathon on April 12th. The Sony-owned studio offered glimpses of diverse gameplay footage along with an engaging nine-minute animated introduction to the game’s universe. As part of this big reveal, the developer introduced four unique character classes, or “Runners” as they are referred to in the game’s distinctive cyberpunk lexicon. The initial set of playable characters includes Blackbird, Glitch, Locus, and Void.

Marathon Reveals a Varied Hero Roster

As a gaming enthusiast, I’ve just discovered this intriguing quartet of characters, each possessing unique traits that make them stand out in gameplay. Void and Blackbird, two among the four, lean more towards strategic defense, albeit for different reasons. Void, being a stealth master, has an array of escape mechanisms such as smoke grenades and an active camouflage suit, making him adept at hit-and-run tactics. On the other hand, Blackbird is less about stealth and more about knowledge, given his ability to scout enemy locations, providing a strategic advantage.

All Currently Confirmed Classes for Bungie’s Marathon

Voice Actor Playstyle
Blackbird Nika Futterman The ability to scout opponents’ locations encourages careful play.
Glitch Erica Lindbeck Fast and nimble; tries to dominate through superior positioning
Locus TBA Strong offense and weak defense reward aggression.
Void Elias Toufexis Stealth-focused; active camo and smoke grenades encourage hit-and-run tactics.
TBA TBA Two more yet-to-be-unannounced classes/Runners will be available at launch.
TBA TBA

Individuals who enjoy head-on confrontations over tactical maneuvering will find themselves fitting well with Locus from Marathon, as this character appears to boast strong offensive capabilities but may lack in other aspects, thereby favoring an aggressive playstyle. Today, Bungie unveiled the last of four classes for Marathon, Glitch – a swift and agile Runner who uses her strategic placement to outsmart opponents.

As a thrilled fan, I can’t help but feel a sense of anticipation as Bungie keeps some secrets under wraps. They’ve hinted at two more classes set to debut at launch, and I’m eagerly waiting for more details before Marathon officially hits the shelves on September 23. There’s a chance that all six classes might be unveiled during the upcoming Marathon closed alpha test, but remember, if you’re lucky enough to play it early, you’ll have to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to do so, minimizing the chances of character spoilers.

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2025-04-13 02:14