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‘Marathon’ Server Slam Beta Start-Time, Rewards And How To Play On PC, Xbox Series X And PS5

Players worldwide can join the free Marathon Server Slam from February 26 to March 2, earning launch rewards and helping Bungie test anti-cheat systems.

  • On February 26 Bungie launched the Marathon Server Slam free preview on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, running globally through March 2, 2026.
  • Bungie designed the Server Slam to let players try Marathon early, bank launch-day rewards, and test anti-cheat systems while asking players to report cheaters.
  • Players on servers can infiltrate two zones, take on contracts for five factions, and try five of six Runner shells during the Marathon Server Slam preview.
  • The Server Slam begins at 10 a.m. PT, with platform exclusives including Steam's Crowbar Weapon Charm, PlayStation Plus bonus charms, and Xbox Series emerald charms.
  • Marathon launches March 5, 2026 on Steam, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with cross-play and cross-save; the Server Slam acts as a pre-launch playtest.
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IGN broke the news in United States on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
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