Bungie Needs to Say Something About Marathon
Published Apr 11, 2026 • Duration: 09:49
Whether they want to admit it or not, Bungie is running out of time. Marathon's player count is hitting record lows, and with new reports confirming a staggering $200M+ budget, the reality of the situation is setting in. This isn't doom-posting—it's a wake-up call for both the community and the studio.
In this video, we break down the brutal reality of Marathon's current trajectory one month post-launch. From plummeting Steam charts and laggy matchmaking to Paul Tassi's latest report on the game's massive development costs, the math simply isn't adding up. With Joe Ziegler teasing a new "experimental queue" coming April 15th, is Bungie preparing to pivot to PvE, or is it too little, too late? We also dive into how Bungie's long-standing hubris might have finally caught up with them.
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In this video, we break down the brutal reality of Marathon's current trajectory one month post-launch. From plummeting Steam charts and laggy matchmaking to Paul Tassi's latest report on the game's massive development costs, the math simply isn't adding up. With Joe Ziegler teasing a new "experimental queue" coming April 15th, is Bungie preparing to pivot to PvE, or is it too little, too late? We also dive into how Bungie's long-standing hubris might have finally caught up with them.
Welcome to Reforge Gaming, your daily destination for gamers talking gaming. We go beyond the headlines to give you details and opinions not just the hate or hype.
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You help power the show! Check out our great sponsors and affiliates:
Reforge Roast (Our Coffee Company!) COFFEE - https://reforgeroast.com/
SPRECHER - https://sprecherbrewery.com/?ref=LONO
GLASSES - Code LONO - https://gameradvantage.com/
INTO THE AM - Code LONO - https://intotheam.com/LONO
80STEES - Code LONO - https://www.80stees.com
AMAZON AFFILIATE - https://amzn.to/2YUOXR7
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The Reforge Gaming Community is built on unmatched audience interaction. Join our daily Live Video Game Podcast where we break down the biggest news, deliver expert analysis, and discuss your questions in real-time. Drop in, hang out, and drive the conversation!
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