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Bungie Reverts Marathon Patch After Player Backlash

3/15/2026

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  • Bungie rolled back the Marathon patch after player feedback indicated the audio tweak widened gunfire range and disrupted balance.
  • The patch was intended to enhance audio cues.
  • Joe Ziegler, Bungie's game director, acknowledged the overcorrection and highlighted the importance of player input.
  • Bungie will adjust changes to improve the experience while preserving useful audio information and continues to seek feedback.