Marathon’s Server Slam Is Its Moment Of Truth, Six Years Later
Forbes • • technology
Key Points:
- Marathon’s Server Slam event launches tomorrow, offering free access to the game for a long weekend before its official release, which will require a $40 purchase to continue playing.
- The event is crucial for gauging player interest, as high participation with no cost indicates potential success, while low turnout or rapid player drop-off could signal trouble ahead.
- Marathon’s development faced significant challenges, including leadership changes, a plagiarism scandal, and a delayed release, but recent marketing efforts have improved its public perception.
- Despite the hype, Marathon is unlikely to match the peak concurrent player numbers of competitors like ARC Raiders, but early revenue rankings on Steam suggest a promising start.
- The Server Slam will be a key indicator of the game’s future
