Don’t Wait Until March: Why You Need to Secure Your Marathon Runner Shell Today

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The wait is almost over. Bungie, the legendary studio behind Halo and Destiny, is officially bringing their next great sci-fi epic to Xbox—and you can secure your spot on Tau Ceti IV right now.

Marathon is now available for pre-order on the Xbox Store, and for fans of extraction shooters and high-stakes sci-fi, the March 5, 2026, release date can’t come soon enough.

What is Marathon?

Forget everything you remember from the ’90s classics—this is a bold new evolution. Marathon is a sci-fi extraction shooter where players step into the boots of Runners. Whether you’re going in solo or with a crew, your goal is simple but dangerous: infiltrate the derelict colony on Tau Ceti IV, scavenge for valuables, and get out alive.

With responsive gunplay, high-tension PvP combat, and a “low time to kill” philosophy, every run is a gamble. You’ll be competing against rival Runners and hostile UESC security forces while navigating hazardous environments that look as sleek as they are deadly.

Choose Your Edition

Bungie is offering two ways to jump in, with plenty of loot for those who commit early.

Standard Edition ($39.99)

Includes the base game and the Pre-Order Pack, which features exclusive weapon styles and emblems to help you stand out in the zone.

Deluxe Edition ($59.99)

For those looking to fully gear up, the Deluxe Edition is the ultimate package. In addition to the base game and pre-order bonuses, it includes:

  • 1x Premium Rewards Pass Voucher: Your ticket to the first season’s top-tier loot.
  • 200 SILK Rewards Pass Tokens: A head start on your seasonal progression.
  • “MIDNIGHT DECAY” Cosmetics: A massive haul of skins, including two weapon styles (Pump Shotgun and Overrun AR) and four Runner Shell styles (Vandal, Destroyer, Assassin, and Thief).

Exclusive Pre-order Bonuses (and Destiny 2 Loot!)

If you pre-order any edition on Xbox, you’ll unlock immediate digital goods:

  • ZERO STEP 004: A unique style for the CE Tactical Sidearm.
  • Runner Flair: Includes a weapon charm, sticker, background, and emblem.

The Bungie Crossover: In a treat for Destiny 2 players, pre-ordering Marathon and linking your Bungie.net account will grant you a trio of UESC-themed Exotic items in Destiny 2:

  • UESC Echo-type Shell (Exotic Ghost)
  • UESC Rover (Exotic Ship)
  • UESC Sprinter (Exotic Sparrow)

Gear Up for March 5th

The extraction begins on March 5, 2026. Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Marathon is set to be one of the most visually striking and mechanically tight shooters of the year.

Are you ready to risk it all for the ultimate score? Head over to the Xbox Store and secure your pre-order today. We’ll see you on Tau Ceti IV.

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