Marathon Launch FAQ

This is sourced from Bungie.net: 

As we venture forward into day one of Marathon, here’s an FAQ to make sure you’re prepared:

When does Marathon launch?

Servers go live tomorrow March 5 at 10 AM PT. Check the regional launch times graphic above for your local start time!

Can I pre-load Marathon?

Yes. Pre-loading is available now on all platforms. Make sure to check your storefront of choice to ensure you’re ready to go.

Do I need to download the game again if I played the Server Slam?

Yes. The launch build is different from the Server Slam build. Redownload Marathon from your platform’s store.

Which platforms can I play Marathon on?

You can play on Steam (PC), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S with full cross-play and cross-save. You will need an active online subscription on console to play.

What is different from the Server Slam?

Launch includes Marathon’s full progression, a new Runner shell, Outpost, and more:

• Full faction and contract progression
  • All six factions, including Sekiguchi Genetics
• All six launch Runner shells, including Thief
• Three zones, including Outpost
  • Outpost will unlock the day after launch, giving the community time to gear up and unlock the zone at Runner Level 12
• 28 weapons, plus mods, implants, cores, and more to craft your perfect builds
• Earnable cosmetics, achievements, and storytelling through the Codex

Launch also includes fixes and updates informed by the Server Slam, including adjustments for PvP frequency on Perimeter (Beginner), with more changes to come. 

When do Outpost, Cryo Archive, and Ranked mode go live?

• Outpost will be available the day after launch and will require Runner Level 12. This gives you a bit of time to gear up before you go headlong into one of our more treacherous zones.
• Ranked mode will go live in the second half of March.
• Cryo Archive will go live once you unlock the way into orbit in the second half of March.

I played the Server Slam. When will I get my rewards and do they expire?

Server Slam cosmetic rewards and Arrival Caches will roll out during the first day of launch. It will take some time for them to make it to everyone’s in-game Mailboxes, so if you don’t see them upon logging in hold tight — they should arrive soon.

If you earned Server Slam rewards, you must log in before Season 1 concludes to receive them. If you do not log in during Season 1, you will not receive your rewards.

Need a reminder of what tier of Arrival Cache loot you secured in the Slam? Head here.

When will I get my Twitch Drops from watching during the Server Slam?

If you tuned in to Marathon on Twitch and secured Twitch Drops, your rewards will be granted to your Bungie.net profile and delivered in-game at launch on March 5. The Twitch Sponsored Kit may take up to 48 hours to arrive in your in-game Mailbox and must be redeemed by March 31.

Will there be new Twitch Drops at launch? How do I earn them?

Yes! To earn Twitch Drops, make sure you…

• Link your Bungie.net account to your Twitch account
• Watch Marathon streams in the Twitch Directory with Drops enabled during the launch window
• Claim each reward from your Twitch Inventory, then log in to Marathon to receive them

There are six rewards up for grabs during the launch weekend. Tune in from March 5 at 10 AM PT to March 9 at 10 AM PT to secure:

• Weapon Sticker: Smol K.i.t.t.y. (subscribe or gift a subscription to a creator playing Marathon)
• Twitch Sponsored Kit, aka Standard in-game loot (watch for 1 hour)
• Profile Emblem: Pink Graffiti Bingus (watch for 1 hour)
• Profile Background: Pink Graffiti Bingus (watch for 2 hours)
• Weapon Sticker: Pink Graffiti Bingus (watch for 3 hours)
• Weapon Skin (Style): White and Purple – Ballistic Sniper (watch for 4 hours)

You’ll also be able to earn a new set of Twitch Drops during the Tau Ceti Cup on March 14, an event pitting creator teams against each other to prove they’re the best Runners on Tau Ceti. More details to come!

How do I claim my platform’s weapon charms? What are they?

Players on PlayStation, Steam, and Xbox will all receive weapon charms unique to their platform.

Steam players will automatically receive the Crowbar weapon charm upon logging in at launch.

PlayStation players receive the For Freedom, Battle Guitar, and Onryō weapon charms. Visit the PlayStation® Store when Marathon releases on March 5 to claim your rewards.

Xbox players will automatically receive the Emerald Clutch and Emerald Catch weapon charms upon logging in at launch.

Will there be login queues occur at launch? How do I check server status?

Launch days are busy! Brief queues or updates may occur, and Bungie will communicate status if Bungie needs to perform maintenance via the Bungie Server Status Twitter and Bluesky accounts. 

How do seasons work? Where can I see what’s coming next?

Head over to our Seasons in Marathon post for a full rundown, including some teases for what’s cooking in Season 2.

How do I get help or report an issue?

• Visit the Marathon Help Center for troubleshooting and known issues. If you run into reward delivery problems, account linking errors, or crashes, this is a good place to start.
• You can also join the official Marathon Discord and follow the MarathonDevTeam Twitter for alerts or to ask for help.

Tomorrow is the day — we’ll see you on Tau Ceti soon. 🐛