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Marathon Launch Set for 2026 Amid Bungie’s Turmoil

8/9/2025

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Bungie Launches Marathon

Sony has announced that Bungie's highly anticipated extraction shooter, Marathon, is set to launch by March 2026, despite a recent plagiarism scandal that pushed back its release. CFO Lin Tao revealed that Bungie's autonomy is waning as it merges with PlayStation Studios, a move driven by financial setbacks and internal hurdles.

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Zelnick Unveils Pricing

Take-Two's CEO, Straus Zelnick, revealed plans for flexible pricing on future releases, including the highly anticipated GTA VI, launching on May 26, 2026, promising players exceptional value. In a stark contrast, Avalanche Studios has paused its Xbox-exclusive title, Contraband, amid Microsoft's layoffs, highlighting the turbulent landscape of the gaming industry.

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Bungie Launches Marathon

Sony has announced that Bungie's highly anticipated extraction shooter, Marathon, is set to launch by March 2026, despite a recent plagiarism scandal that pushed back its release. CFO Lin Tao revealed that Bungie's autonomy is waning as it merges with PlayStation Studios, a move driven by financial setbacks and internal hurdles.

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