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Marathon's Server Slam drew a peak of 143,621 concurrent players on Steam in its first 24 hours, with the free beta also available on PlayStation and Xbox, signaling strong early momentum ahead of its March 5 launch and positioning against fellow extraction shooters like Arc Raiders.
Marathon’s Server Slam starts 26 Feb 2026 at 10:00 PT and runs through 2 Mar, giving all players a free, non-demo pre‑launch test across PS5, PC, and Xbox without preload or PS Plus. It features two zones (Perimeter, Dire Marsh), five factions, five Runner shells, and additional gear, plus rewards earned during the event that carry into the full game when it launches on 5 Mar. Bungie is using the test to stress-test servers ahead of the official release.
Bungie’s new extraction shooter Marathon is launching a Server Slam beta with a defined start-time and a rewards track, and the piece explains how to participate and what to expect during the beta.
A game director shares 11 practical tips for Marathon server slam, outlining strategies to improve coordination, timing, and performance for players aiming to excel in the event.
Bungie’s cinematic Marathon trailer for PS5 builds hype ahead of the game’s server slam starting February 26. The clip showcases atmosphere and art direction rather than gameplay, prompting discussion on whether trailers can carry interest without actual play and if a future campaign could extend Marathon’s longevity beyond a live-service focus.
Marathon will bring PlayStation-exclusive weapon charms to Steam and Xbox players as well, with Bungie confirming cross‑platform charms in response to community questions; a server-slam test runs Feb 26–Mar 2 ahead of a March 5 launch. The game has faced past hurdles, including PvE criticisms and a plagiarism scandal, but is pushing forward with broader cosmetic content.
A new extended Marathon gameplay clip shows a squad battling AI and then PvP, highlighting the medic duties of the Triage class, solid gunplay, and striking art design. With the Server Slam kicking off on February 26, early impressions suggest Marathon could be a standout extraction shooter, though its final success remains to be seen.
During Arc Raiders' server slam, players shared exciting moments of sneaking and observing intense firefights, including a group battling a formidable Leaper robot, highlighting the game's dynamic PvPvE gameplay and unpredictable scenarios.,
Arc Raiders' recent open server slam attracted nearly 190,000 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing previous tests and boosting its sales ranking, indicating strong anticipation for its October 30 launch across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
The Arc Raiders Server Slam, the final testing phase before the game's official launch, will end on October 19, 2025, at 8am PDT, offering players one last chance to experience the game and provide feedback.
Arc Raiders' weekend playtest has quickly attracted nearly 100,000 concurrent players within two hours, indicating strong interest ahead of its full release on October 30th. The game is being tested across multiple platforms, and its popularity is being compared to recent open betas of other major titles, suggesting it could be a significant release in the extraction shooter genre.
Arc Raiders is hosting a weekend-long open Server Slam playtest from October 17 to October 19, 2025, across multiple regions, offering players a final chance to try the game for free before its full release on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Embark Studios has announced a public 'Server Slam' open beta for ARC Raiders, running from October 17-19 across Xbox, PC, and PS5, offering players a final chance to try the game before its official release on October 30. The beta aims to stress test servers and gather feedback, with progress not carrying over to the full game. Pre-orders are now available, and participants can unlock exclusive cosmetics.
During Diablo 4's Server Slam, a post-beta nerf to Necromancer skeletons was quickly addressed by the development team after receiving feedback from the community. Within six hours, a hotfix was issued to buff the Necromancer skeleton health back to pre-nerf levels. This quick response time gives hope for reactive and fast changes in the game's future. The Diablo 4 team has also implemented beta nerfs and buffs between the first two betas and Server Slam, showing a commitment to improving the game's experience.
The Diablo 4 Server Slam Open Beta is offering rewards for defeating the World Boss Ashava, who will appear at specific times between May 13 and 14. To receive the Cry of Ashava Mount Trophy, players must defeat the boss with a level 20 character. Other cosmetics can be earned by completing objectives. The level cap during the Server Slam is 20. Diablo 4 will be released on June 6th for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.