"Bungie's Marathon Overhaul: The Shift to a Hero Shooter"

Bungie's Marathon game may be undergoing a significant shift towards a hero shooter model, moving away from custom player characters to a selectable cast of heroes, potentially influenced by former Valorant game director Joe Ziegler. This change has sparked concern and disappointment among players and content creators, particularly those familiar with Bungie's emphasis on player customization in games like Destiny. The move could also be related to monetization strategies, but it risks alienating long-time Bungie fans and pitting Marathon against established hero shooter titles like Valorant and Overwatch.