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Marathon Alpha Struggles Amid Leaks and Playtests

4/30/2025

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Bungie's Marathon Closed Alpha is under fire as access codes dwindle and player engagement drops. Yet, the studio remains committed, issuing daily codes and scheduling more playtests ahead of launch. In the meantime, leaked alpha footage of Battlefield 6 stirs unease for EA, while Arc Raiders gears up for its second playtest from April 30 to May 4, focusing on gameplay enhancements.

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Story summary

Bungie's Marathon Closed Alpha is under fire as access codes dwindle and player engagement drops. Yet, the studio remains committed, issuing daily codes and scheduling more playtests ahead of launch. In the meantime, leaked alpha footage of Battlefield 6 stirs unease for EA, while Arc Raiders gears up for its second playtest from April 30 to May 4, focusing on gameplay enhancements.