The anticipation around Bungie’s next-gen extraction shooter Marathon just got even higher. After a long period of silence, a massive leak has emerged from the Xbox Store. A store page that went live by mistake may have revealed the game's launch date to the world ahead of schedule.

Here are all the details about the Marathon leak and its rumored release date:

Marathon Release Date Leaked: When Will the Wait End?

Bungie’s most ambitious project since Destiny, Marathon, was briefly visible for pre-order on the Xbox Store. Although the page was taken down within seconds, eagle-eyed gamers managed to catch the release date. According to the leak, Marathon is set to launch on 22 September 2026.

How Reliable Is This Leak?

Store leaks are often among the most accurate sources in the gaming world, as this data usually comes directly from publishers’ API systems. The September date also lines up with Bungie’s previous major release strategies, such as Destiny expansions.

What We Know About Marathon So Far

Alongside the leak, some fresh details about the game’s content have surfaced:

• Extraction Shooter Evolution: Marathon blends classic Escape from Tarkov gameplay with Bungie’s signature gunplay and a futuristic aesthetic.

• Character-Focused Gameplay: The leak mentions unique "Runners" characters, each with their own skill trees and customizable cybernetic upgrades.

• Visual Style: The vibrant, neon, and minimalist visuals seen in trailers are said to run at 4K and 120 FPS on Xbox Series X and PS5.

Awaiting an Official Statement from Bungie

Neither Bungie nor Sony (Bungie’s parent company) has officially confirmed or denied the leak yet. However, industry analysts predict that the upcoming State of Play or Xbox Showcase events in March could bring an official trailer and confirmation of the release date.