Marathon's $200M Budget: Player Counts Drop, Morale Remains High
Marathon's hefty $200M budget faces a player count decline, but optimism at Bungie keeps spirits high as they work on new content.
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Marathon's hefty $200M budget faces a player count decline, but optimism at Bungie keeps spirits high as they work on new content.
Marathon's budget reportedly exceeds $250 million as player numbers dwindle. Bungie faces pressure but isn't on the brink of shutdown.
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Analyst estimates peg Marathon at 1.2m sales, with nearly 70% on Steam. Bungie's Sony-owned shooter is finding its audience far from PS5.
Alinea Analytics pegs sales at 1.2M, with 70% on Steam and a hardcore loop testing casuals.

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Bungie's upcoming game, Marathon, may face further delays due to developmental challenges, with insiders suggesting it could slip beyond its rumored 2025 release.

Bungie's upcoming title, Marathon, is facing uncertainty as internal sentiment about its development appears pessimistic. Concerns arise as Bungie navigates a turbulent year.