Marathon Server Slam start times and rewards
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by Rory Norris February 25, 2026
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The long-awaited return of Bungie’s *Marathon* has arrived with the Server Slam preview weekend, marking a fresh start for the developer after a challenging alpha test that led to nearly a year of reimagining. This event is a crucial opportunity for players to dive into the game and provide feedback before its full launch on March 5. Available from February 26 at 6 PM UTC to March 2 at 6 PM UTC, the Server Slam offers a free, no-signup chance to experience *Marathon* across Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The event includes two main maps—Perimeter and Dire Marsh—and features five factions: CyberAcme, NuCaloric, Traxus, MIDA, and Arachne. Players can explore early faction levels, progression trees, and five of the six launch Runner shells (Assassin, Destroyer, Recon, Triage, Vandal), with the Rook shell available for free but Thief excluded during this preview. Cross-play and cross-save are enabled, allowing seamless interaction across platforms.
Rewards for participating in the Server Slam are tiered based on progression. Completing the introductory mission unlocks a unique emblem, player background, and items like Standard Arrival Cache and Overrun weapon. Reaching Runner Level 10 grants Enhanced rewards, including Enhanced Magnum and Hardline weapons, while Level 30 unlocks Deluxe items like Deluxe Base Backpack and Deluxe Magnum.
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Originally published on PC Gamer on 2/25/2026