Bungie, the developer behind the Halo and Destiny franchises, has officially announced its latest project, Marathon. This new sci-fi player-versus-player (PVP) extraction shooter is set to innovate the genre, inviting players to compete for survival, fame, and fortune.
In the envisioned game world of Marathon, a colossal ghost ship orbits the deserted colony on Tau Ceti IV. The colony’s 30,000 inhabitants have inexplicably vanished, leaving behind only cryptic signals that hint at elusive artifacts, dormant artificial intelligence, and substantial, undiscovered wealth. Players assume the role of ‘runners,’ individuals brave enough to venture into the unknown and compete for renown.
The narrative of Marathon is set in 2850, in a world where advancements in clone technology have enabled individuals to reliably transfer their consciousness between their original bodies and newly synthesized ones. This premise introduces intriguing possibilities for gameplay mechanics and character progression.
Marathon aims to offer an evolving, persistent world where each run could lead to a player’s rise to prominence. The competition for survival and riches in this dynamically changing environment is set to provide a fresh take on the PVP shooter genre.
The game is currently in the developmental stage and is expected to release for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. It promises to incorporate full cross-play and cross-save capabilities, making it accessible across various platforms and ensuring continuity for the players.
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