- Bungie's new extraction shooter, Marathon, is now available for download on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
- Despite Marathon's modern graphics, the game has surprisingly low hardware demands, requiring only a GTX 1050 Ti to start.
- The full game occupies a lean 20 GB os storage space, a rare find for modern shooters.
Bungie’s long-awaited extraction shooter, Marathon, has finally arrived, available for all players on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. While PlayStation and Xbox players will be stress-free about jumping into Marathon and exploring Tau Ceti IV, PC players always have one question: Can your PC run it?
Marathon features one of the most unique artstyles that we have seen in an extraction shooter, boasting absolutely breathtaking graphics. While this might lead some players to think that it will be a demanding title for their PC, Marathon’s requirements are lower than what we usually see in modern shooters. Here, thanks to the official Marathon help page, we have listed the minimum and recommended system requirements for Marathon. So, without further ado, check them out below!
Marathon Minimum System Requirements
- Processor: Intel Core i5-6600 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT (4 GB) / Intel Arc A580 (8 GB)
- Video Memory (VRAM): 4 GB
- Storage: 20 GB HDD
- DirectX: DirectX 12 with Feature Level 12_1 support
- Operating System: Windows 10 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
Marathon Recommended System Requirements
- Processor: Intel Core i5-11400F / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (6 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (6 GB)
- Video Memory (VRAM): 6 GB
- Storage: 20 GB SSD
- DirectX: DirectX 12 with Feature Level 12_1 support
- Operating System: Windows 11 64-bit (latest Service Pack)
The official Marathon alpha test specs sheet initially required only 6 GB of storage for the testing. While players were worried about the game’s full release size, given how Destiny 2 requires 100+ GBs of storage, Marathon’s Steam page reveals that players will only need around 20 GBs of storage for the full game, a rarity in today’s gaming industry.
So, if you have a good SSD, ensure you have 20 GB of storage space. Moreover, you will need a solid internet connection to download and play the game. Keep in mind that Bungie’s Marathon is a PVPVE extraction shooter. This means you must have constant connectivity to the internet. We suggest you use Ethernet for loss-free gameplay.
Although most modern games demand high-level system requirements, Marathon seems highly optimized, allowing players to embody their Runner Shells perfectly and explore the mysteries of Tau Cati IV.
What are your thoughts on the Marathon system requirements? Can your PC run it? Share your specifications with other users in the comments below.
