Videos circulated showing an early live trailer for Bungie's upcoming game, Marathon, which was reportedly viewable on Xbox. The trailer concluded by displaying a release date for the game.
Release Date Confirmation
The leaked release date of March 5, 2026, has been corroborated by sources. Bungie initiated DMCA takedowns against the sharing of this trailer on social media, indicating its legitimacy. An official announcement of this date, along with the commencement of pre-orders for the $40 game, is anticipated soon.
Game Development and Marketing
Marathon's development has spanned at least five years, predating Sony's acquisition of Bungie. The project has undergone notable changes, including the departure of a director, a major overhaul, and a challenging initial debut, which included a plagiarism controversy. The game was previously delayed from its original fall release window.
Recent marketing efforts for Marathon have included gameplay clips and a vidoc detailing character classes. This marketing push has been positively received, contributing to increased momentum for the game ahead of its launch.
Open Beta and Platform Availability
A free open beta for Marathon is expected toward the end of February. Marathon will launch on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox, fulfilling Bungie's commitment to cross-platform game releases.