Marathon Reviews
A title that may repel many, but that amply rewards those who stick around. And it's precisely this take-no-prisoners attitude that makes it so special, just like all those productions made with heart rather than obsessed with pleasing everyone.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Though it's impossible not to question Marathon's long-term appeal, it's one of the most confident big-budget FPS in years and a fantastic reminder that Bungie devs can shake things up when given the space and freedom to cook.
As the game is now, Marathon will be something that gamers visit from time to time when they are looking for a change of pace, but compared to other games in the market, it feels like it will get lost in the shuffle.
El shooter más despiadado del año
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Marathon possesses the qualities of a leader in extraction games, boasting a stunning combat system and high-quality graphics, but it suffers from visually overwhelming clutter, a complex user interface, and slow development. It's an experience that demands patience and careful planning, but managing its demanding resources can detract from its smooth gameplay.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Marathon is special within its own universe and shows how Bungie continues to deliver high-quality first-person shooters over decades. It still needs slight refinements and more content over time to remain consistently interesting, but its release is a huge success.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Marathon is an interesting project from Bungie that has some merit, but so far it doesn't feel like it's living up to its full potential. It's held back by limited content, a cluttered layout, poor navigation, and repetitive gameplay. That said, the game has a solid foundation in its shooting mechanics, movement, and the need for tactical decision-making during extractions.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
The project clearly lacks content, and the entry threshold for solo players borders on absurdity. At the moment, it's a half-baked product that simply loses out to the rival ARC Raiders in a direct competition for our free time. The developers still have a long way to go, and they need to implement significant updates to transform this promising foundation into a fully-fledged, functioning hit
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Review in Italian | Read full review
At first glance, Marathon feels strange and confusing. It's a game that demands a lot of patience from the player, as only then can you truly discover the wonders of its world. This extraction shooter doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it stands out thanks to its fast-paced gameplay, which always feels satisfying, and its distinctive style.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Bungie are once again at the forefront of sci-fi with their extraction shooter Marathon. Whilst none of the elements are purely unique individually, Bungie have cultivated a brutal ecosystem that gives you as much as you're willing to put in. The barrier to entry is high, and the player base are already daunting, but what is on offer is an FPS with exceptional gunplay and heightened encounters, wrapped in a brilliant setting.
Marathon proves Bungie still masters sublime gunplay, PvPvE tension, and distinctive worlds, although its live-service nature will need constant content to survive in the long run.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Marathon features a strong universe, solid gunplay, and atmosphere, but in the form of an extraction shooter and without any significant innovation, it feels more like wasted potential than a true revival of the franchise.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
I will not pretend that Marathon is a game for everyone. I don’t even think it’s a game for most people who enjoy FPS games, but… that does not stop it from being a great game in the end.
If you have a group of three friends and want to experience PvP action in a retro-futuristic world, Marathon will likely provide plenty of enjoyable moments. However, if you’re expecting the same level of content richness we know from Halo and Destiny, then I don’t think Marathon is the right game for you.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Marathon emerges as an excellent extraction shooter with the potential to truly shine. Despite some shortcomings in its interface and inventory systems, Bungie’s ambitious return to the genre is poised to carve out a place in the crowded online multiplayer market. Its blend of atmosphere, tension, and competitive edge makes it one of the most promising titles of the year.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Marathon is certainly not a bad game, but it is a specific type of game that you should enjoy. If you compare it with a regular extraction shooter or Destiny, you will be disappointed. You have to invest time to understand everything and especially spend a lot of time playing the game to reach the interesting endgame content. From there it really starts to get fun. Color and distrust prevail during play.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Bungie's first-person shooter Marathon (2026) is a worthy new entry in a franchise that goes back to 1994. Top-tier aesthetics keep your eyes glued to the screen.
Bungie is reviving one of its most iconic IPs in the form of a unique extraction shooter that, while its future remains uncertain, surprises in many ways. Marathon is a game that makes a bold statement, both visually and in its interpretation of what an extraction shooter should be. It’s taking a big risk in a genre that isn’t exactly massive to begin with, and within that genre, it’s striving to carve out a niche for itself.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
At the moment, Marathon seems to appeal primarily to a hardcore audience – players who view many of its frustrations as features rather than flaws. However, it’s a very different experience from what Bungie has accustomed us to. Those who enjoyed Halo or Destiny may struggle to find the same kind of fun here, at least in the game’s current state. There is potential, no doubt. If it continues to be supported and evolves over time, Marathon may yet become a more solid and appealing proposition. But, for now, it’s a difficult recommendation to make.
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