“‘Destiny 2’ Expansion ‘Marathon’ Auto-Installs on PCs”
Excitement surrounding the highly anticipated video game ‘Marathon’ is building as Bungie confirms a release date of March 5. After experiencing a delay from September 2025 to early spring, the pre-order period has commenced, sparking some unusual occurrences.
Auto-Install Issue with Destiny 2
Recently, an amusing glitch was uncovered where pre-ordering ‘Marathon’ led to ‘Destiny 2’ being automatically installed on PCs. Initially, this situation was met with skepticism, as many wondered if it was simply a joke aimed at revitalizing ‘Destiny 2’s’ dwindling player base. However, the incident turned out to be real and raised eyebrows across the gaming community.
Marketing Integration
- ‘Destiny 2’ is promoting ‘Marathon’ with themed cosmetics.
- ‘Marathon’ is listed as an “expansion” within the ‘Destiny 2’ microtransaction store, Eververse.
While some players find this marketing strategy amusing, others have expressed frustration. The relationship between ‘Destiny 2’ and ‘Marathon’ is clear, as both games are developed by Bungie and target similar gamers.
Impact on Destiny 2 Content
In addition to the auto-install glitch, the release of ‘Marathon’ is set to delay the ‘Destiny 2’ update titled Shadow and Order, which was originally scheduled for March 3. Concerns have also been raised regarding the transfer of talent from ‘Destiny 2’s’ PvP team to the ‘Marathon’ project, which could impact the quality and experience of ‘Destiny 2’s’ competitive play.
Pre-Order Success and Ranking
Despite the technical hiccups, the pre-order launch of ‘Marathon’ has been quite successful. The title garnered impressive sales, briefly ranking fourth in Steam’s revenue charts, just behind established titles such as ARC Raiders and CSGO.
Current Rankings
| Rank | Game Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | ARC Raiders |
| 2 | CSGO |
| 3 | Marvel Rivals |
| 4 | Marathon |
As of now, it sits at number 11 overall, positioning itself as one of the top-paid games, alongside titles like ‘Kingdom Come Deliverance II’ and ‘Quarantine Zone’, which are currently on sale.
Looking Ahead to the Launch
With just over a month until launch, questions remain regarding the effectiveness of Bungie’s strategies for a smooth rollout. The gaming community is eager to see how well Bungie manages potential server issues and bugs, which are common for any online-only game.
Additionally, how the developers plan to tackle cheating remains a significant concern. Fans are left wondering what surprises and challenges lie in store as ‘Marathon’ approaches its release on March 5.
