update · May 19, 2026
Marathon Update 1.0.9 Launches Warden Hunt and Balance Changes
Marathon Update 1.0.9 introduces the Warden Hunt event, adjustments to self-revive speeds, and major PvP weapon mod nerfs.
Update 1.0.9 brings the Warden Hunt event through the end of Season 1 alongside targeted PvP weapon mod balancing, economy tweaks, and numerous bug fixes across all zones.
Warden Hunt and Event Schedule
Warden encounters now spawn at new Points of Interest in Perimeter, Dire Marsh, and Outpost, with guaranteed locked room key drops for the rest of the season. Key templates are classified as Compromised instead of Fragile, and every run features a guaranteed zone event. The Cryo Archive will be available daily starting May 21, shifting to Ranked Cryo Archive from May 24 to 27.
Combat and Weapon Mod Nerfs
Prestige gold mods receive notable reductions. Impact Shockwave for the Ares Railgun no longer eliminates players with blue or higher shields in a single shot, cutting explosive player damage by 75 percent. Overclock Delimiter on the Circuit Breaker can no longer shoot through UESC or Bubble shields. Self-revive times increase: at zero Revive Speed stat, it moves from 12 to 16 seconds, and at 100 stat, it rises from 7 to 12 seconds.
Runner Balance Adjustments
Rook starts with Deluxe Patch Kits, Shield Charges, and Deluxe Shield Implants until Season 2. The Signal Mask stays active longer during sprints, and AI footstep detection range is reduced while it is running.
Progression and XP Adjustments
Runner Level XP and Faction XP gain has been increased by 50 percent. Defeating combatants yields higher Traxus XP: 10 for Transport or Scan Drones, 10 for UESC infantry units, 15 for UESC Commanders, and 50 for UESC Wardens.
UI and Quality of Life
Settings now include ten additional controller aim sensitivity levels. Fixes resolve issues with exfil countdown timers failing to display, quick pings getting blocked by door curtains, and reputation gains dropping for crew members during zone events.
Why this patch matters
Update 1.0.9 addresses dominant PvP builds and slows down revives while sweetening the grind with generous XP boosts and guaranteed event spawns.