Marathon is set to launch globally on March 5, but there’s an exciting opportunity for you to experience it early—free of charge—when the Server Slam kicks off this February.
As Bungie has officially stated, the Server Slam marks the first chance for players to get their hands on Marathon. A vast portion of this anticipated title will be accessible at no cost, accompanied by a host of enticing rewards.
Mark Your Calendars: Marathon Server Slam Release Countdown
The Server Slam will commence on February 26, and trust me, it promises to be more engaging than we imagined. Brace yourself for five electrifying days of action, and keep an eye on the countdown that will activate once the Server Slam begins.
This countdown is set according to the following timings:
- 10am PT
- 12pm CT
- 1pm ET
- 6pm UTC
- 7pm CET
These timings reflect the official schedule laid out by Bungie and will apply to both PC and console players.
Unlocking Rewards: What’s in It for You?
Participating in the Server Slam event opens the door to numerous rewards that carry over to the full launch.
- Complete Your First Mission: Earn the Standard Arrival Cache
- Standard implants (6x)
- Standard Runner shell cores (4x)
- Standard weapon chip mods (6x)
- Weapons: Overrun and Hardline
- Reach Runner Level 10: Gain access to the Enhanced Arrival Cache (Green)
- Enhanced implants (6x)
- Enhanced Runner shell cores (2x for each shell, totaling 12x)
- Enhanced weapon chip mods (4x)
- Weapons: Enhanced Magnum and Enhanced Hardline
- Reach Runner Level 30: Claim the Deluxe Arrival Cache (Blue)
- Deluxe and Enhanced implants (3x each, 6x total)
- Deluxe and Enhanced Runner shell cores (1x each for each shell, 12x total)
- Deluxe and Enhanced weapon chip mods (2x each, 4x total)
- Weapons: Deluxe Magnum and Enhanced Volley Rifle
- Backpack: Deluxe Base Backpack
Log in with the same account during the event to secure your rewards for March 5.
What time does the Server Slam start?
The Server Slam goes live at multiple times across various time zones—mark it to avoid missing out.
What rewards can you earn during the Server Slam?
Gear up for an exciting lineup of rewards that carry into the full launch. The more you play, the more you gain.
How can you access Marathon during the Server Slam?
With wide accessibility, players across platforms can dive headfirst into the excitement of Marathon this February.
The anticipation builds—can you really afford to miss this? Your chance to dive into the action is right around the corner.