Players will soon have a chance to experience the highly anticipated game, Marathon, ahead of its official launch. A “Server Slam” is scheduled to begin, offering a free, limited-time opportunity to test the game’s servers, and gameplay.
The Server Slam will provide access to Marathon four days before its release, allowing players to explore the game and provide feedback. Details regarding the exact start and end times of the Server Slam have been released by Bungie.net.
Marathon is positioned as a significant competitor to ARC Raiders, another upcoming title in the extraction shooter genre. Numerama reports that the game will be playable for free during the Server Slam period. This early access is designed to stress-test the game’s infrastructure and gather player input before the full release.
Developers have offered a key piece of advice to players preparing for the Server Slam: “Equipment will approach and go, don’t get too attached to it.” This suggests a dynamic inventory system and a focus on adaptability within the game, as reported by IGN France.
The Server Slam provides a substantial preview of Marathon, giving players a taste of the experience before its official debut. La Crème Du Gaming details that the game will be completely free to play for the duration of the event. This approach to pre-launch testing is becoming increasingly common in the gaming industry, allowing developers to refine their games based on real-world player data and feedback. The game itself is a first-person shooter, and its release is generating considerable buzz within the gaming community.
The marathon is a long-distance foot race with a distance of 42.195 kilometers (approximately 26 miles, 385 yards), typically run on roads but also adaptable to trail routes. According to Wikipedia, the race can be completed by running or a run/walk strategy, and includes wheelchair divisions. More than 800 marathons are held worldwide annually, attracting both competitive and recreational athletes.
For those interested in participating in marathons, MarathonGuide provides a calendar of upcoming USA marathons, including the Rock Solid Marathon in Coupeville, Washington on February 28, and a Viking 5K, 10K, 13.1M & 26.2M event at Homestead, Florida.
