Proximity chat is coming to Marathon
, by Thibaut
While we wait for official announcements regarding its new release date, Marathon continues to be playtested by a limited number of players. As a result, we are receiving new information about various additions and improvements incorporated into Bungie's multiplayer FPS.
Starting with the arrival of proximity chat, which has been tested during these private sessions. This is a feature frequently requested by the community for PvP titles. Escape from Tarkov popularized this way of interacting in-game.
That's not all, as Bungie has also taken the time to rebalance healing and damage mechanics to make certain items a little less powerful. Also, the body of a deceased player will no longer go up in smoke as was the case in the alpha version. The developers have even added a challenges menu, with unlockable titles that allow players to earn cosmetic items that can be used to customize their player profile.
Other new features, such as a shooting range, will be added soon. Marathon has clearly improved since its last presentation.
Source: thegamepost.com