Content overview: “Bungie Tells Destiny Players: Don't Buy Marathon as a Donation”. Bungie's head of product, Josh Deane, has addressed the Destiny community's concerns about the studio's future, clarifying that fans should not feel obligated to purchase the upcoming extraction shooter Marathon as a show of financial support. Deane's statement comes as Bungie continues to develop m Deane's statement comes as Bungie continues to develop more content for Destiny, reassuring players that the company's plans are not dependent on Marathon's sales.
The message aims to quell speculation that Destiny's long-term roadmap might be affected by the performance of the new IP. By explicitly telling players not to treat Marathon as a donation, Bungie is emphasizing its commitment to earning player investment through quality experiences rather than goodwill. The clarification underscores the studio's confidence in both franchises and its respect for the Destiny community's loyalty. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.