The Problem with Marathon Isn’t That It’s Hardcore

Everyone jumps to say Marathon is just too hard, or too ‘hardcore,’ but honestly, that’s not really the issue. It’s not a bad game, and I don’t think it demands too much. The problem is it doesn’t really give you enough back – things that feel unique or exciting. I really want to love this game, and I do dig the look and feel, plus I appreciate how ambitious it is. But after a while, everything starts to feel a little… samey. It loses its initial appeal. And honestly, looking at Bungie’s games over the years, this feels like part of a bigger trend, not just a one-time mistake.








