Marathon - PC Steam

Name: Marathon - PC Steam
Brand: Bungie
Price: 39.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Features

A Graveyard of Possibilities: Trespass across deserted research facilities, rugged landscapes, and security outposts holding the remnants of a vanished expedition, yours to salvage. Tau Ceti threatens death at every turn with unique enemies, dynamic events, and environmental hazards. Each zone escalates in difficulty, preparing you for the UESC Marathon locked in the heavens.
Powerful. Configurable. Expendable.: Six equippable Runner shells offer diverse playstyle foundations to build upon, like Destroyer, Recon, and Thief. Scavenge an arsenal of moddable weapons, body implants, and core system upgrades to craft countless builds. Strategize as a crew each run to form comps that maximize your combined strengths, shaping the way you approach fights and objectives.
Enemies Everywhere: Face the unknown as a crew of two or three, or alone in solo lobbies. Or sneak into in‑progress crew lobbies as Rook, a lone scavenger with no starting gear and nothing to lose. Forge uneasy alliances with rival Runners in prox chat to defeat mutual foes, but remember your new allies might revert to enemies just as quickly. Be merciless in combat: A lone survivor can reboot their crew, even from death. Later in Season 1, compete in Rated mode to measure your skill and build a name for yourself.
Influence Is Power: Liaise with six competing factions, each offering lucrative incentives to advance their foothold on Tau Ceti. Completing faction contracts grows your baseline power via season‑long unlocks like Runner shell upgrades, stronger starting loadouts, expanded vault space, and specialized wares on offer for spare loot.
Defragment the Truth: No one knows what happened a century ago when the Marathon expedition went dark. As a trespasser into UESC territory, you are uniquely positioned to piece the story together. Unearth the skeletons of Tau Ceti’s past as you run deeper into the colony.
Death Hangs Above: Once the way into orbit unlocks, bring your endgame build to Cryo Archive, the first floor of the UESC Marathon. Solve raid‑like security measures to unseal frozen vaults and pillage the artifacts within. Every cramped corridor forces you into conflict with fully‑geared enemy crews racing for the same prize. Breach the seventh vault to challenge an entity even the UESC fears.

Product Description

Infil into the dark sci-fi world of Tau Ceti IV: A derelict colony rife with rival Runners, hostile UESC security forces, and unpredictable environments. As you scavenge its zones for valuables with a crew or alone, tense moments of exploration break into fast-paced PvP combat where gunplay is responsive, supplies are finite, and preparation is rewarded. Exfil to advance your seasonal power, earn cosmetics for your achievements, and assemble stronger builds with your stolen loot. Then put your gear back on the line to seek even greater fortunes in your next run.

In-Depth Look

Gameplay Overview

From the creators of Halo and Destiny comes Marathon, a team-based extraction shooter. Choose your Runner and scavenge the lost colony of Tau Ceti IV for fortune, power, and answers to Tau Ceti's secrets.

Specs

System Requirements

Download Client Required	Steam
Operating System	Windows 10
Processor	Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
RAM	8GB
Video Card	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4 GB) / Intel Arc A580 (8 GB, with ReBAR on)

General

Brand Name	Bungie

Gameplay

Number of Players	1
Online Multiplayer	true
Number of Online Players	1
Co-op Mode	false
Perspective	1st Person
Genre	Shooter

Compatability

Compatible Platforms	PC

Fandom

Publisher Name	Bungie
Developer Name	Bungie

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marathon game release date?

The Marathon release date is officially set for March 5, 2026. While the game was originally anticipated for 2025, Bungie moved the launch to ensure the title meets high-quality standards and incorporates player feedback from its testing phases.

Is Marathon a PS5 exclusive?

No, Marathon is not a PS5 exclusive. It will also launch on PC. It features full cross-play and cross-save support, allowing you to play with friends and carry your progress across any supported platform.

What is the Marathon game?

Marathon is a high-stakes, sci-fi PvPvE survival extraction shooter. Players step into the role of Runners who are bio-cybernetic mercenaries who have transferred their consciousness into synthetic shells to explore the abandoned colony of Tau Ceti IV.

Will the Marathon gameplay be PvP only?

No, Marathon gameplay is categorized as PvPvE (Player vs. Player vs. Environment). While you will encounter rival player crews, you must also battle hostile AI factions like UESC security forces and survive unpredictable environmental hazards to successfully extract with your loot.

Is Marathon a prequel to Halo?

No, Marathon is not a prequel to the Halo series. Although both were created by Bungie, they are distinct intellectual properties with separate continuities. However, the two franchises share deep "thematic DNA," including symbolic references and technical concepts like the Mjolnir-series cybernetics.

Is Marathon 2026 a reboot?

The Marathon new game is described as a reboot or a reimagining of the Marathon game original trilogy from the 1990s. It is not a direct narrative sequel or a remake, but it belongs to the same universe and features deep lore callbacks that long-time fans will recognize .

Can I play Marathon solo?

Yes. While the game is designed for teams of up to three, it supports solo queue and features a specialized Runner shell called Rook. The Rook is designed for solo "eco-runs," allowing you to sneak into matches in progress with a fixed starter kit and no initial gear risk.