Archive · 19 May 2025
Bungie Investigates Plagiarism Allegations in 'Marathon' Game
Bungie, the company that makes Destiny 2, is being accused of using an artist's work in their new game, Marathon, without permission.
The artist, who goes by @4nt1r34l, says that parts of the game look like her designs.
Bungie says they are looking into it and that a former employee was responsible.
They are reviewing the game's art and will remove any stolen art.
The game is set to launch in September on PC and consoles.
An artist accused Bungie of using her artwork in the game Marathon without permission.
Bungie acknowledged the accusations and said a former staff member was responsible.
The studio is conducting a review of in-game assets.
Bungie will be implementing stricter checks.
Marathon is scheduled to launch on September 23.
- Who
- Bungie, an artist (@4nt1r34l), and a former Bungie employee.
- What
- Bungie is accused of using artwork without permission in their game, Marathon.
- When
- The accusations arose in May 2024, with a game launch planned for September 23.
- Where
- In the game Marathon, developed by Bungie.
- Why
- An artist accused Bungie of plagiarism, leading to an investigation.
Artist
Bungie
Use of Artwork
Artist
Artist accuses Bungie of using her artwork without permission.
Bungie
Bungie states the issue was caused by a former employee and is under review.
- Game Title
- Marathon
- Developer
- Bungie
- Accusation
- Plagiarism of artwork
- Accused Artist
- @4nt1r34l (AntiReal)
- Response
- Bungie is conducting a review
- Release Date
- September 23
- Platforms
- PC, PS5, Xbox Series S/X