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Bungie Apologizes for Art Misstep During Marathon Stream

5/17/2025

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Bungie's "PlayMA" stream for Marathon took a turn as game director Joe Ziegler announced a shift away from showcasing gameplay footage amid concerns over using indie artist Antireal's designs without consent. Franchise art director Joe Cross publicly apologized, reaffirming Bungie's dedication to correcting the mistake and enhancing their review process for future projects.

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Bungie's "PlayMA" stream for Marathon took a turn as game director Joe Ziegler announced a shift away from showcasing gameplay footage amid concerns over using indie artist Antireal's designs without consent. Franchise art director Joe Cross publicly apologized, reaffirming Bungie's dedication to correcting the mistake and enhancing their review process for future projects.