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This guide breaks down every playtime tier from a straight story run to full platinum, and explains exactly what Unknown Signal is, how it works, and what the true ending actually shows.

If you're already mid-playthrough, returning after a break, or just starting out and wondering which setting to pick — this guide breaks down exactly what each mode means, what Pearl Abyss has confirmed about how they work, and which one actually fits your playstyle.

This article separates what is officially confirmed from what is still open-ended, and gives you a realistic picture of the Early Access timeline and the path to version 1.0.

This guide covers all three: where to find them, what they do, and how to win — whether you're going in alone or with a crew.

This guide covers everything your crew needs before setting sail together — from spinning up a session to picking the right role for your playstyle.

This guide covers everything from your first 10 minutes on the starting island to unlocking a Frigate and taking on naval combat. No fluff, no filler — just what actually matters.

This guide covers exactly how the Boss Rematch system works, what changed with Patch 1.03.00 right now, and what to expect from the full difficulty and combat overhaul coming across the next few months.

This guide focuses on exactly that: how Shockwave and Hover Pad work together, why Starlight Hollow is the best map to abuse this combo, and what the players currently dominating ranked lobbies are actually doing differently.

This guide covers every confirmed ranked progression change in Season 10 — what's different, why it matters, and how to use it to climb faster.

This guide focuses on three specific changes that matter most right now in 2026 — the flat damage buff to LMGs, the brand set rework, and a reconfiguration system for exotic weapons that players are still sleeping on. If you're building for Heroic or Legendary content, all three deserve a spot in your loadout planning.

This guide covers the full Parry and Counter system: how it's unlocked, what the timing windows actually mean in practice, which attacks you can and can't parry against bosses, and which skills interrupt boss Rage sequences so you're not just standing there waiting for an opening.

Bungie has been patching Marathon at an aggressive pace since launch, and the next update is the biggest one yet. Patch 1.0.6 drops on April 14 as the game's mid-season update for Season 1 — and it goes well beyond the usual hotfix territory.