Bungie’s Destiny series has thrived as a live-service game, partly due to its early adoption of cross-platform play. Their next venture, Marathon, also a live-service title but in the extraction shooter genre, follows suit. Even after PlayStation acquired Bungie, Destiny maintained its cross-platform functionality. Will Marathon continue this trend, or will players be confined to their respective platforms? This article clarifies Marathon‘s cross-platform support, so you can prepare to join your friends on Tau Ceti IV, no matter their gaming system.
Cross-Platform Play and Progression in Marathon
A Runner getting shot in Marathon.
Despite Bungie now being under the PlayStation umbrella, Marathon is launching on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC with full crossplay support. Mirroring Destiny, console and PC players can team up and compete seamlessly. Notably, Xbox and PC players won’t need a PlayStation Network account, unlike some previous PlayStation titles on PC. A Bungie.net account is required, but creating one is straightforward and unrestricted. While not officially confirmed, platform-specific crossplay toggles are likely.
Marathon gameplay screenshot.
While Marathon isn’t free-to-play, cross-save functionality is available. By logging in with the same Bungie.net account on each platform, you can access your Runner’s gear and loot, eliminating the need to restart progression on different systems.
Conclusion: Seamless Gaming Across Platforms
Marathon embraces cross-platform play and cross-save, allowing players on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC to connect and maintain their progress regardless of their chosen platform. This inclusivity fosters a larger, more unified player base, enhancing the live-service experience. Get ready to join the fight on Tau Ceti IV with friends, no matter where they play.
