Bungie's Marathon survival extraction shooter launches its Server Slam beta on February 26, 2026, running through March 2 across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The open preview weekend lets players worldwide jump into the lost colony of Tau Ceti IV to test servers and earn rewards ahead of the March 5 official launch. Players will scavenge as bio-cybernetic Runners, completing contracts and battling hostile forces.

The Server Slam includes all supported languages and serves as a stress test for Bungie's infrastructure. Players can explore gameplay mechanics, maps, and factions while helping identify technical issues before release. The beta also showcases the game's extraction-based mechanics where Runners risk everything to deploy to Tau Ceti IV's deadly surface, fighting for survival and secrets in the shadow of the derelict Marathon ship.

PlayStation Plus members get exclusive weapon charms inspired by Helldivers 2, Death Stranding 2, and Ghost of Yōtei at launch. The game features cross-play and cross-save support from day one, with pre-orders offering additional in-game cosmetics and Destiny 2 rewards. Marathon represents Bungie's return to the first-person shooter genre after their success with Halo and Destiny, promising a unique blend of extraction gameplay and sci-fi lore.