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‘Marathon’ Season 2 And Free Week Did Not Turn Things Around

Bungie’s Marathon faces mounting criticism following the launch of Season 2 and a recent promotional free week.

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The brief

The launch of Season 2 for the game Marathon has not resulted in a recovery of player sentiment or engagement. This follows a free week intended to boost interest in the title. Additionally, the endgame mode Cryo Archive has been disabled following reports of player issues.

Coverage from outlets including Forbes, Yahoo Tech, and PlayStation Universe highlights widespread frustration among the player base. Reports from OpenCritic and Insider Gaming note that some players are accusing Bungie of sabotaging the game or intentionally damaging its development with the latest update. Attention remains on the status of the disabled Cryo Archive mode.

It is unclear if Bungie will provide further updates or adjustments to the Season 2 content following the current backlash.

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Quick answers

What specific content issues have been reported?

Coverage confirms the endgame mode Cryo Archive has been disabled due to player-reported issues.

Has the free week improved the game's standing?

Multiple reports state that the free week and the launch of Season 2 have failed to turn the game's situation around.

How has the player base reacted to the update?

Players have expressed frustration, with some accusing the developer of sabotaging the game or damaging its prospects.

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Marathon Bungie Gaming Season 2 Cryo Archive

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