Renting a server is nice, but I'd rather have full ownership over it.

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Marathon Server Slam Beta dates and start time, platforms, download steps, rewards that carry to launch, and what to expect during the test.

All the details about when the Marathon server slam starts in different time zones and what to expect from the four-day preview.

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From 26 February to 2 March, 2026, you’ll be able to try Marathon out ahead of its full release during an open preview weekend. The preview will double as a Server Slam, testing the might of ...

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Join the Marathon Server Slam Feb 26–Mar 2 for free! Test servers, explore zones, and earn rewards that carry over to launch on Mar 5, 2026.