
The game Marathon was a turning point for first-person shooters. When it launched 32 years ago, it pioneered immersive storytelling – something rarely seen in the genre at the time. Unlike earlier games where story was secondary, Marathon made narrative a core element, with developed characters, believable factions, and a world that changed over multiple installments. Players were captivated not just by how the game played, but by the story revealed through in-game messages, creating a uniquely tense and meaningful experience. This approach fundamentally changed how shooters could build suspense and deliver narrative, and its influence is still felt today. Now, after a long hiatus, the series is being revived on March 5th with a reboot that respects its origins while pushing the boundaries of its concepts, even though many players may not be familiar with the original Marathon by Bungie.