After a worldwide alternate reality game (ARG) put thousands of players on a shared puzzle-solving mission, Bungie has confirmed that a full gameplay reveal for Marathon will premiere on Saturday, April 12 at 7 p.m. CEST. During a dedicated event, the studio plans to share official Marathon footage, news, and additional development updates.
An All-New Extraction Shooter Marathon marks Bungie’s first entirely new project in more than a decade, following the successes of both the Halo and Destiny series. The team-based extraction shooter unfolds on Tau Ceti IV, where players become “Runners”—cybernetic mercenaries outfitted to endure the planet’s brutal conditions. As they explore an abandoned colony, Runners hunt for valuable loot, including upgraded weapons and specialized gear.
Community Unlocked the Announcement By collaborating through a complex ARG, fans worldwide pieced together cryptic clues and hidden messages to unlock the gameplay reveal date. With the puzzle solved, anticipation has soared for Bungie’s upcoming broadcast, which promises a deeper look at how Marathon will blend immersive storytelling, tactical co-op gameplay, and the studio’s trademark gunplay.
Check Bungie’s official channels on April 12 for the Marathon gameplay premiere. Whether you’re a long-time Halo devotee or a Destiny veteran, Marathon’s reveal is shaping up to be a can’t-miss event for shooter enthusiasts.
