OFFICIAL STEAM GAME GUIDE
Marathon
Explore the lost colony of Tau Ceti IV, scavenging valuable loot in a high-stakes survival first person shooter from the creators of Halo and Destiny.
$27.99$39.99-30%Mar 5, 20264,978 playing now
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Marathon: price, PC requirements and status
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
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- Multi-player and PvP
- Listed at $27.99
What stands out
- Steam confirms the listed modes and requirements for Marathon, but the available fields do not support a more specific mechanical claim.
Potential concerns
Check the requirements, current user feedback and final regional price before committing.
Solo or co-op?
Steam lists these play modes: Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, Cross-Platform Multiplayer. Confirm any player-count or online requirements on the official page.
Wishlist if
- the official footage and stated feature set match what you want to play
Wait if
- your PC does not comfortably meet the official requirements
Official description
Infiltrate the dark sci-fi world of Marathon filled with rival players, enemy forces, and unpredictable dangers. Scavenge its maps alone or with a crew, then fight your way to extraction in tense, high-stakes PVP and PVE battles. SURVIVE AND THRIVE Scour dangerous locations for valuables, loot, and intel on the lost colony. Grab gear off defeated players and enemies. Exfil successfully and fill your vault. Complete contracts to earn rewards, upgrade your loadout, and come back stronger. YOUR STRATEGY, YOUR RUNNER Pick a Runner shell that fits your playstyle, each with its own unique abilities. Upgrade your loadout with an arsenal of moddable weapons and customizable abilities. Craft countless builds, from stealthy infiltrators to frontline bruisers and support specialists. COUNT ON YOUR CREW, TRUST YOURSELF Crew up in groups of two or three or take on Tau Ceti alone. Form cautious alliances balanced on a knife’s edge. Make a deal with enemy players or betray their trust for your own gain. Play as Rook, a lone scavenger with nothing to lose except what you find along the way. PUSH AHEAD, GROW YOUR POWER Grow stronger throughout the course of the season and put your best loot on the line to earn incredible rewards. Climb the ladder and prove you’re a top Runner in Ranked mode. Enter Cryo Archive to crack raid-like challenges, solve layered puzzles, and clash with rival crews for top-tier loot.
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4 GB) / Intel Arc A580 (8 GB, with ReBAR on)
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 / AMD Ryzen 5 3500
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8 GB) / Intel Arc A770 (16 GB, with ReBAR on)
- DirectX: Version 12
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
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GAME FAQ
Common questions about Marathon
Is Marathon free to play?
No, Marathon is a paid PC game on Steam. It is currently listed at $27.99 (-30% off the usual $39.99) for the selected region.
How much does Marathon cost on PC?
Marathon is listed at $27.99, currently -30% off its regular $39.99 on Steam for the selected store region. Prices change with sales, so always confirm the final price on the official store before buying.
What platforms does Marathon run on?
Marathon runs on Windows. Check the system requirements below to confirm your PC can run it.
What are the minimum PC requirements for Marathon?
Minimum requirements listed on Steam: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system; OS: Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack); Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600; Memory: 8 GB RAM; Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4 GB) / Intel Arc A580 (8 GB, with ReBAR on); DirectX: Version 12; Network: Broadband Internet connection.
How many people play Marathon right now?
About 4,978 players are in Marathon right now, according to Steam's live concurrent player count.
When did Marathon release?
Marathon released on Mar 5, 2026 according to its official Steam store listing.
PLAY STYLE
ActionAdjustable Text SizeColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsKeyboard Only OptionMouse Only OptionPlayable without Timed InputDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller Support
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