Bungie's Marathon Won't Require PSN Account on PC and Xbox, Confirms Developer
2025-04-11 01:50:24Bungie has officially confirmed that its upcoming revival of the Marathon franchise won't require PlayStation Network account integration for players on non-PlayStation platforms. This decision comes as welcome news following recent controversies surrounding Sony's PSN account requirements for PC releases of PlayStation titles.
The PSN account mandate became particularly contentious last year when Sony attempted to implement it for Helldivers 2 on Steam, leading to significant player backlash that forced the company to reverse its decision. However, Sony continued enforcing this requirement for subsequent PC releases of single-player titles like God of War Ragnarok and Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered.
Bungie addressed player concerns through its official Discord server, clarifying that Marathon will not force PSN account linking for Xbox Series X/S and PC players. Instead, the studio will likely implement a Bungie.net account system - familiar to Destiny 2 players - to handle cross-platform and cross-save features.
This approach reflects Bungie's unique position within Sony's corporate structure. While owned by Sony Interactive Entertainment, Bungie operates independently from PlayStation Studios. The 2022 acquisition agreement specifically allowed Bungie to maintain its multi-platform development strategy, explaining why Marathon is coming to Xbox Series X/S alongside PS5 and PC.
Excitement continues to build for Marathon ahead of Bungie's dedicated gameplay showcase scheduled for April 12. This presentation promises to reveal concrete details about the game's mechanics, features, and potentially even its release window.
The confirmation about PSN account requirements removes a potential barrier for many players and sets a positive tone leading up to the highly anticipated showcase. As Bungie's first new IP since Destiny, Marathon represents a significant evolution of the extraction shooter genre with the studio's signature polish and attention to detail.
With its cross-platform approach and player-friendly account system, Marathon appears positioned to appeal to a broad audience when it launches on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
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