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Marathon's Alpha Launch Sparks Controversy Over Aim-Assist

4/26/2025

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Marathon's Closed Alpha has launched, sparking a wave of mixed reactions from players. The default Aim-Assist feature has drawn particular ire from PC gamers, who argue it feels like a "soft aimbot." In response, Bungie's gameplay director has recognized the concerns and is actively working to balance the experience for both mouse and controller users.

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Marathon's Closed Alpha has launched, sparking a wave of mixed reactions from players. The default Aim-Assist feature has drawn particular ire from PC gamers, who argue it feels like a "soft aimbot." In response, Bungie's gameplay director has recognized the concerns and is actively working to balance the experience for both mouse and controller users.