Season 2 of Marathon looks sick. I continue to be in love with the game and am amped for all this new content and a fresh start. I mean, look at these screenshots and the cinematic trailer!

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I think the new level up system dubbed "The Cradle" will be a huge win and change of pace from burying stats in Faction trees. The KKV-9SD and its integrated suppressor sounds so, so fun. The new defensive shell sounds like a proper shake up to team balance and gives the lineup more support/tactical roles.

There is a clear emphasis on the horror elements that have popped their spooky heads up during the game so far. This night version of Dire Marsh appears dark. I might switch back to my OLED for a few matches just to see those colors and HDR pop. I also love that they are bringing design ideas from Outpost's Pinwheel to Dire Marsh. More focused, high risk, access elements please.

The big win out of the gate though is the open play week. I think this is a great idea, when everyone starts at gear zero. A week is a solid chunk of time for friends to get together and get in the groove with the game. I had a friend ask me about it a few weeks ago while at the driving range. I immediately sent this news to him so he can give it a shot with me.

My favorite tidbit though?

"Added new PC and console cursor speed settings."

Can't wait to dive straight into Season 2 - Nightfall next week. With the State of Play the same day and Summer Game Fest on Friday, it's going to be a great gamer week.