Bungie has officially confirmed that its long-awaited sci-fi shooter Marathon will launch on March 5, 2026, putting an end to months of speculation following earlier leaks. Alongside the release date announcement, the studio has also unveiled the game’s English voice cast, revealing one of the most high-profile lineups seen in a modern multiplayer title.
The cast features an extensive roster of well-known voice actors from major games and franchises, signaling Bungie’s intent to place strong emphasis on narrative and character performance. Among the headliners is Jennifer English, who earned widespread recognition after winning Best Performance at The Game Awards 2025 and has appeared in titles such as Elden Ring and Baldur’s Gate 3. She is joined by Ben Starr, known for roles in Hades II, Final Fantasy XIV, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Also featured are Roger Clark, celebrated for his portrayal of Arthur Morgan in Red Dead Redemption 2, and Neil Newbon, whose recent performances in Baldur’s Gate 3 and Resident Evil 3 Remake have earned critical acclaim.
Other notable names include Elias Toufexis, Nika Futterman, Erica Lindbeck, Darin De Paul, Dave Fennoy, Fred Tatasciore, Samantha Beart, Emily O’Brien, and Jason Spisak, among many others.
While Bungie has not yet disclosed which characters each actor will portray, the ordering and prominence of certain names suggest that several of them will play central roles in the game’s story and world-building.
A High-Stakes Launch for Bungie
The confirmation comes at a crucial time for Bungie. Marathon has undergone a lengthy and often difficult development cycle, including a delay into 2026 as the studio reworked core systems following player feedback from early playtests. The game resurfaced publicly in late 2025 with a limited, invite-only test across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
The stakes are high for both Bungie and its parent company, Sony Interactive Entertainment. In late 2025, Sony acknowledged that Bungie had missed internal sales and engagement targets, resulting in a reported $200 million impairment charge. The studio has also faced public scrutiny over allegations of artwork plagiarism related to Marathon, further increasing pressure on the project to succeed.
Pre-orders for Marathon are now live, and with less than two months remaining until launch, Bungie is positioning the game as a major comeback moment. The confirmed release date and the reveal of a high-caliber voice cast mark a significant step in rebuilding confidence ahead of what is shaping up to be one of 2026’s most closely watched releases.
