Katarzyna Petru
The new extraction shooter Marathon from studio Bungie is now available on Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles. Players find themselves on the planet Tau Ceti IV as cybernetic mercenaries called Runners. In the game, you can act solo, cooperate with other players, or form temporary alliances to acquire valuable equipment and safely extract from the map. However, the extraction mechanics mean one thing: if you die before evacuation, you lose all the gear you've acquired.
Here are 10 tips to help you survive your first forays in Marathon.
1. Noise reveals your position
In Marathon, practically every action generates sound opening doors, looting, healing, or reloading weapons. Other players can hear your presence and prepare an ambush.
2. Listen carefully to your surroundings
Sound works both ways. You can often hear an opponent before they come into view. Good headphones can provide a significant advantage.
3. Always take supplies
During missions, it can be difficult to find ammunition and healing items. It’s better to prepare ahead of time even the best weapon is useless without ammunition.
4. Always plan your evacuation
The main objective is to reach the extraction point. Check the map and make sure you know where the nearest exit is.
5. Don’t fight every opponent
Sometimes the best decision is to avoid a fight. In Marathon, surviving and getting loot off the map is more important than eliminating opponents survival and extraction are key.
6. Try the Rook mode
If you’re low on equipment, you can play as a Rook a lone scavenger entering an ongoing match. This character has the ability to camouflage, making it easier to avoid enemies.
7. Complete contracts
Quests from factions help develop your character and unlock stat bonuses. At the beginning, however, it’s wise to play cautiously and get to know the maps.
8. Experiment with gear
Runners can use various implants, weapons, and modifications. It’s worth testing different configurations to find a playstyle that best suits your preferences.
9. Alliances are uncertain
Sometimes it’s worthwhile to cooperate with other players, but remember they may decide to betray you at any moment.
10. Equipment is just a tool
In Marathon, loot often changes. It’s not worth getting attached to one set the most important thing is gaining experience and improving your character.
Marathon is a dynamic extraction shooter where tactics, planning, and collaboration with other players are essential. Each expedition to the planet Tau Ceti IV can yield enormous rewards, but may also result in the loss of all equipment. With these tips, new players can find it easier to navigate the initial missions and increase their chances of a successful evacuation.
źródło: news.xbox.com
