In Marathon, your character doesn’t just level up through gear you find on runs — you also advance through faction progression, a game‑wide system that rewards you with permanent improvements that ...

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GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. A major part of the gameplay loop in Marathon is interacting with the various factions that make up a large part of the game's lore. There are six ...

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Factions in Marathon act as employers that provide Runners with unique gear, stat boosts, and lore through specialized missions. There are 6 distinct Factions in Marathon, with each focusing on a ...

Arachne is Marathon’s close-quarters specialist faction, built around melee damage, finishers, revive speed, and heavy weapon upgrades. This guide covers all Arachne upgrades, milestones, and rewards.

Looking to complete the Introducing: Arachne contract in Marathon? Arachne is one of the most shadowy and fascinating major Factions at play in Marathon. They are a cult fixated on blood and violence, ...

When does the Marathon Server Slam end? Almost a year after its less than impressive closed alpha, Bungie's finally ready to let the world get its hands on Marathon. Tau Ceti is a very different arena ...

Can't decide which faction to level in Marathon? With six factions to choose from, all with appetizing rewards, it's understandable. However, there's one key standout everyone should focus on when ...

We’ve rounded up everything you need to know about the start date for Marathon’s Server Slam, the rewards you can earn from playing, and, all-importantly, how you can actually play for yourself.