Symbiosis Start Date
Symbiosis begins on December 8, 2026.
Marathon Season 2 End Date and Next Season Start Date
The current Marathon season is Season 2: NIGHTFALL. It ends on December 8, 2026. The next season, Symbiosis, begins on December 8, 2026. 58 days remain.
- Current status:
- In progress
- End date:
- Confirmed
- Next start:
- Confirmed
Current SeasonIn progress
Season 2: NIGHTFALL
Season 2: NIGHTFALL begins on June 2 and brings the new Night Marsh zone, the new Sentinel Runner shell, new weapons and equipment, The Cradle system for Runner shell stat customization, faster faction progression, a Duos rotating zone queue, matchmaking changes, Vault expansion, and PVE/PVP-lite experimental modes. Bungie says the July 21 mid-season update adds Vault Breaker, an experimental PVE mode in Cryo Archive, the first Cradle Evolution system iteration, player profile stats, and other tuning and quality-of-life changes.
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Symbiosis
The content previously planned for the September major update will arrive as Symbiosis. It adds Marathon's first permanent PvE experience, a refreshed and expanded Perimeter zone, a social space with firing range, the Bishop Runner shell, an experimental Team Deathmatch mode, and new-player-experience improvements.
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Season 2: NIGHTFALL End Date
Season 2: NIGHTFALL ends on December 8, 2026.
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Season History
Symbiosis
The content previously planned for the September major update will arrive as Symbiosis. It adds Marathon's first permanent PvE experience, a refreshed and expanded Perimeter zone, a social space with firing range, the Bishop Runner shell, an experimental Team Deathmatch mode, and new-player-experience improvements.
Season 2: NIGHTFALL
- Season 2: NIGHTFALL begins on June 2 and brings the new Night Marsh zone, the new Sentinel Runner shell, new weapons and equipment, The Cradle system for Runner shell stat customization, faster faction progression, a Duos rotating zone queue, matchmaking changes, Vault expansion, and PVE/PVP-lite experimental modes. Bungie says the July 21 mid-season update adds Vault Breaker, an experimental PVE mode in Cryo Archive, the first Cradle Evolution system iteration, player profile stats, and other tuning and quality-of-life changes.
Season 1: DEATH IS THE FIRST STEP
- Official launch season. Bungie announced Marathon releases on March 5, 2026 on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with cross-play and cross-save. Features the Cryo Archive end-game zone and a competitive ranked mode.
Server Slam - Preseason
- Public pre-launch Server Slam playtest window announced by Bungie, including launch-linked rewards. General in-game progression does not carry over to release.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Marathon Season 2: NIGHTFALL end?
Season 2: NIGHTFALL is scheduled to end on December 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM UTC. Status: Confirmed.
When is Marathon Symbiosis?
Symbiosis is scheduled to start on December 8, 2026 (UTC time not announced). Status: Confirmed.
What is Marathon's current season?
The current season is Season 2: NIGHTFALL. Season 2: NIGHTFALL begins on June 2 and brings the new Night Marsh zone, the new Sentinel Runner shell, new weapons and equipment, The Cradle system for Runner shell stat customization, faster faction progression, a Duos rotating zone queue, matchmaking changes, Vault expansion, and PVE/PVP-lite experimental modes. Bungie says the July 21 mid-season update adds Vault Breaker, an experimental PVE mode in Cryo Archive, the first Cradle Evolution system iteration, player profile stats, and other tuning and quality-of-life changes.
How long does a Marathon season typically last?
Based on tracked completed seasons, a typical season lasts about 46 days (roughly 1.5 months).
Where can I find Marathon patch notes?
Check the SeasonDex news page for Steam news, or the links page for official patch notes and other resources.
What type of game is Marathon?
Marathon is a team-based extraction shooter.