The highly anticipated game Marathon, developed by Bungie, launched yesterday across PC and consoles. While it retains enjoyable elements from earlier testing, several bugs have emerged in this full version. Notably, a glitch allows Deluxe Edition owners to rapidly complete the season one reward pass.
Players who opted for the Deluxe Edition found they received 200 Silk, the game’s currency. Silk is acquired through gameplay and is exclusively used for the reward system. The game caps Silk accumulations at 140, but an overflow feature lets players utilize additional Silk from their Deluxe Edition purchase by restarting the game.
The twist arises when players restart; instead of receiving just 60 Silk (what’s left after the cap), they find the entire Deluxe Edition Silk package credited again. This can be repeated: players can spend their overflow, restart, and find their previous Silk restored alongside all unlocked rewards, fully activating the Reward Pass in just minutes.
This situation has drawn mixed reactions. On one hand, players can advance quickly through the Reward Pass, reaching exclusive cosmetic items ahead of others. However, it’s important to note Silk doesn’t enhance player abilities or can be bought with real currency. For some, it feels like opening gifts early.
Opinions vary, with some labeling this as cheating. Bungie has a strict anti-cheat policy, and those found guilty could face permanent bans. But does exploiting a glitch equate to more severe cheats? Probably not.
A likely response from Bungie could involve rolling back the Reward Pass, as seen in past instances to rectify bugs. This includes significant actions taken during Destiny 2’s The Witch Queen expansion, which caused a 24-hour server rollback due to character corruption.
This glitch isn’t the only issue at launch. Some players faced problems redeeming Deluxe Edition bonuses on Steam, though these were quickly resolved. Twitch-exclusive cosmetics also had functionality errors, and some players received unintended premium currency. Overall, it’s been a rocky launch, and it’s uncertain how Bungie will address these challenges.
Key Takeaways
- Marathon’s launch has encountered bugs that players are discussing online.
- The Deluxe Edition glitch allows rapid progress in the Reward Pass by restarting the game.
- Bungie has a strict anti-cheat policy; exploits may lead to rollbacks rather than bans.
- This incident reflects discussions on fairness in gaming versus utilizing game mechanics.
- Several other glitches were reported, indicating a challenging launch for developers.