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Bungie's Marathon Season 2 launch struggles with server issues and balance

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Bungie's "Marathon" Season 2 launch was marred by significant server issues, lasting approximately 10 hours on release day. The season introduced new features like a nighttime map and a stat point system, but balance was quickly disrupted by the early distribution of powerful in-game items. Bungie's subsequent nerfs to loot and progression further exacerbated player dissatisfaction, leading to a decline in player counts compared to the game's initial launch. AI

RANK_REASON Product launch of a game season with significant issues.

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Bungie's Marathon Season 2 launch struggles with server issues and balance

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Paul Tassi, Senior Contributor ·

    How Is The ‘Marathon’ Season 2 Launch And Free Week Going?

    Marathon has launched season 2 and opened the game up for free in the last week, but faced many, many problems almost immediately.

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