Marathon update fixes almost everything on players' wishlists

Marathon's difficulty came under fire after the Server Slam, with many players finding UESC AI too tanky and meds and ammo too scarce—problems that let PvE get in the way of the game's stronger PvP moments. Bungie has responded in the 1.0.0.4 update by increasing the spawn rate of Med Cabinets and Munitions Crates on the Perimeter map and adding more starting ammo to the MIDA, CyberAcme, and Arachne sponsored kits so fresh Runners can scavenge and fight more effectively.

Weapon detection ranges have been dialed back to reduce unfair long-range encounters: Pistols 40 meters (down from 55), Rifles/LMGs/SMGs 60 meters (down from 65), Precision Rifles 80 meters (down from 100), and Snipers 100 meters (down from 180). Thermal scopes remain a strong option, but the change should cut down on getting picked off from absurd distances.

The free WSTR shotgun from the Arachne Boomstick faction upgrade will now spawn as a Compromised item, meaning you must use a Matter Fixative during a run to exfil with it.

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