Bungie’s extraction shooter Marathon is experiencing significant server issues, according to Kotaku. The problems arose on June 2, 2026, during the launch of the game’s much-anticipated Season 2, preventing many players from accessing the updated content.
What happened
After a major update on June 2, Bungie’s Marathon was supposed to welcome players back with new features, including a new character type and a nighttime map. Unfortunately, many players encountered persistent server outages, with Bungie reporting an “increase in Weasel and Anteater error codes” shortly after the game’s return.
As frustration mounted, Bungie began distributing free loot packs to affected players. By nearly 7:00 p.m. ET, they took servers offline to implement fixes. In a statement, the Marathon Development Team acknowledged their need for “additional time to complete Marathon maintenance and deploy the patch.”
“We appreciate your patience and will provide additional updates when they are ready,” Bungie added.
Why it matters
The server issues on launch day serve as a significant setback for Marathon. With the game’s viability on the line, player retention and new user acquisition are crucial. The timing coincided with a major PlayStation showcase, limiting the window for potential new players who were eager to try the free game.
If these technical difficulties persist, the game’s reputation and Bungie’s ability to maintain a live-service model may be adversely affected.
Background
On May 20, 2026, Bungie teased content for Season 2 of Marathon, generating excitement among the player base. However, the anticipation made the server issues all the more disappointing when they materialized. In addition, with ongoing challenges from the sunset of Destiny 2 and layoffs at Bungie, expectations for this season were particularly high.
What’s next
As of June 3, 2026, the Marathon servers have been restored, and Bungie reports that error codes have significantly decreased. Further updates are expected as they work to ensure a stable gameplay experience for users moving forward.
