With the long-awaited return to their roots, Bungie is making waves, but not the kind that Nintendo Switch 2 fans were hoping for. Marathon, the upcoming PVP extraction shooter that’s been hyped across all the platforms since its first teaser, has officially left the Nintendo Switch 2 off the map. And yeah, it kinda stings.
Not A Drill—Marathon Isn’t Boarding The Nintendo Train
Despite the excitement bubbling over Bungie’s reboot of its cult-classic IP, it was confirmed in a recent interview with Famitsu that the game will be coming only on these platforms:
- Playstation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
- PC
There’s no word on future plans, no “we’re evaluating options”-just a clean, sharp “no Nintendo Switch 2 version planned.” Ouch.
This info drop came from game director Joe Ziegler, who confirmed no current plans to bring the game to the upcoming Switch 2. So much for hoping the Switch 2’s next-gen specs would open up more third-party love.
Why Are Fans So Crushed?
Well, it’s not just about missing out on another shooter. It’s about this shooter.
- Marathon is Bungie’s revival of the 1990s series that came before Halo.
- It’s being developed as a sleek, PvP extraction shooter with rich lore and stylish visuals.
- The art direction has already been praised as one of its strongest assets—think vivid cyberpunk meets survival.
- And let’s not ignore that Marathon is meant to carry Bungie forward, even post-Destiny.
For Switch 2 players hoping their console would finally be recognized as a legit powerhouse? This snub hits a little harder than usual.
Meanwhile, The Hype Machine Rolls On
While Switch 2 fans sit this one out, everyone else is strapping in. Bungie’s recent Marathon Twitch reveal sent fans into a frenzy, showcasing stunning character designs, glimpses of possible loadout systems, and subtle hints that this game is aiming for Tarkov-level tension with Destiny-style swagger.
Add in Bungie’s reputation for tight shooter mechanics and expansive lore, and you’ve got a recipe for one of the most talked-about shooters of 2025.
Final Thoughts
We’re not saying that Nintendo fans are being left behind, but that’s what it’s looking like. The Nintendo Switch 2 is still a bit of a mystery box, and Marathon not showing up on it sends a message—whether Bungie meant to or not. As AAA devs lean harder into graphic-demanding, live-service games, we might see more of this trend: third-party titles choosing power over portability.
