Bungie just revealed Marathon and the Marathon gameplay shown has not had the expected or hoped impact. This week myself, Fran Mirabella, and Paul Tassi sit down to discuss the Marathon reveal and our reaction to everything we learned about the game. We'll go over the Marathon Factions, Marathon game mechanics for those not in the know, our favorite portions of the Marathon Stream and what Bungie could improve.
(00:00) Introduction
(01:00) Marathon Stream Format Reaction
(02:00) Marathon Gameplay Reaction
(05:58) Why Marathon Could Work
(10:57) The Marathon Price Point
(14:18) Why the Marathon Alpha is Important
(22:30) Will the Hero Shooter Work?
(23:23) Marathon Gear & Wipe Mechanic Reaction
(31:00) Factions & Endgame Teases
(36:51) Exfill Timer Bonus Question