Team Shooter Marathon Set to Launch on September 23, 2025

During a recent broadcast, Bungie announced the release date for their upcoming sci-fi shooter Marathon. Players will be able to embark on a journey to the abandoned colony of Tau Ceti IV to search for treasures, power, and unravel various mysteries starting on September 23, 2025.

The closed alpha testing will kick off on April 23. North American residents will be given priority, which may result in slower matchmaking and limited features for players in other regions. Interested individuals can apply through the game’s Discord server.

All participants will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement, prohibiting streaming or sharing gameplay footage. Those selected for the tests will receive two invitation codes for «priority access,» which does not guarantee participation but increases the likelihood of getting in. Bungie also plans to offer «additional opportunities to play» in the future.

Gameplay Overview:

At launch, six Runners will be available, though the studio will focus on four during the alpha phase:

Highlights from content creators in the alpha.

Marathon is being developed for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. Full Russian localization has been confirmed.

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Cinematic trailer.