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Bungie's Marathon Faces Major Hurdles Amid Layoffs

6/28/2025

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Bungie's highly anticipated shooter, Marathon, is grappling with significant economic and managerial hurdles, casting doubt on Sony's live service approach. Since its May 2023 announcement, the company has seen a staggering 320 layoffs, including 100 in October. CEO Pete Parsons revealed the harsh reality of operating at a loss, even after Sony's $3.6 billion acquisition.

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Bungie's highly anticipated shooter, Marathon, is grappling with significant economic and managerial hurdles, casting doubt on Sony's live service approach. Since its May 2023 announcement, the company has seen a staggering 320 layoffs, including 100 in October. CEO Pete Parsons revealed the harsh reality of operating at a loss, even after Sony's $3.6 billion acquisition.