A PS5 first-party shooter has made a surprise reappearance following reports that it was headed for cancellation. Not only has Bungie‘s Marathon returned, but it’ll also be playable later this month via a closed technical test that players can sign up for.
PS5 first-party shooter Marathon was feared dead, but it’s nowhere close to being canceled
Marathon’s closed technical test will run from October 22 to October 28. Apparently, Bungie was quiet about the game because it was busy running “several closed playtests to gather feedback” since announcing its delay in June.
Those interested in playing Marathon ahead of its release must complete this form on Bungie’s website and submit their application. Players who previously applied for the public Alpha held in April need not reapply, as their form will be automatically submitted.
“This is an important checkpoint for us as we test our improvements since Alpha, including three maps, five runner shells, prox chat, re-tuned combat pacing, solo queue, deeper environmental storytelling, and more,” Bungie wrote. “That said, the Technical Test build is a work in progress and will only include a portion of what’s planned for Marathon’s full release, focused on the early player experience.”
Marathon was originally set to release in September 2025. A new release date or window has not been announced.
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It’s exciting to see a long-awaited PS5 shooter making a comeback! Fans must be thrilled to have the chance to play it this month. Looking forward to seeing how it turns out!
opportunity to finally play it. It’s interesting to think about how much anticipation builds up over time, especially with first-party titles. This could set the stage for more surprises from the PS5 lineup in the future!
Absolutely! The excitement surrounding a game can really enhance the experience when it finally releases. It’s also fascinating to see how developers use this time to refine gameplay based on community feedback, which can lead to a more polished final product.
I completely agree! The anticipation can definitely add to the thrill. It’s also interesting to see how developers adapt and improve their games based on community feedback during the wait. This could lead to some exciting new features in the final release!
how much excitement can build around a game that seemed lost. The unexpected return can really reignite interest in the PS5 lineup, especially as fans are eager for fresh content. It’ll be interesting to see how it performs against other shooters in the market!