A few weeks ago, it became noticeable that the attitude of players towards Bungie's new project was changing. Initial feedback indicated a gradual restoration of trust, but it was the recent demonstration that "overflowed the cup" with positive emotions. The video garnered many warm comments, and some critics changed their tone.
The developers released over four minutes of gameplay featuring dynamic firefights and intense battles. Players note the updated visual aspect – although it is still a "very colorful shooter," the game looks more cohesive and less "plastic" than in the initial materials. It's clear that Bungie listened to feedback and refined the style.
Commenters regularly recall the main point: Bungie is renowned for its strong shooting mechanics, and this is what the audience's expectations are based on. If the feel of the weapons and the pace of the battles are up to the level that fans of the Destiny creators expect, Marathon will quickly turn cautious optimism into real enthusiasm.
The game also has a chance to capitalize on the weak performance of the latest Call of Duty and Battlefield installments. Competing with ARC Raiders will be challenging, but the new gameplay shows that the project has the potential to gather a large audience looking for a fresh, dynamic shooter from Bungie.