Have you ever thought about what it takes to design a game? Bungie is making that question a little easier with their recent job listing. They want players who are not just fans but also have experience in specific games as they prepare for the launch of Marathon, which we’re hearing might hit shelves in 2025. Exciting times!
The position they’re filling is that of a Gameplay Analyst. While some may see this as an enticing opportunity to work on a beloved franchise, there’s more to consider here than just starry-eyed enthusiasm. The job listing specifies some interesting requirements that reveal what Bungie seeks in new talent. Applicants need:
- A strong grasp of both micro and macro decisions in first-person shooters, especially within the extraction shooter sub-genre.
- A minimum of 200 hours played in Escape from Tarkov or similar titles.
- Active engagement in Ranked Modes across games like COD Warzone, Apex Legends, or Rainbow Six: Siege.
If you’ve spent countless hours scavenging supplies and strategizing your next move in Tarkov, you’re already halfway there! It’s fascinating how Bungie is pulling from various genres, merging elements from extraction shooters with the tactical gameplay found in battle royales. It sounds ambitious and perhaps even a bit daunting.
But before you rush off to polish your resume, let’s take a moment to chat about the realities behind this dream job scenario. There’s been chatter about how being hired as a fan can sometimes lead down tricky paths. Former Bungie Head Counsel Don McGowan pointed out that gaming companies often pay less because people are willing to work for lower wages when they’re passionate about the project. The current pay range for this role sits between $71,000 and $81,000, a decent amount, but remember this is set against living costs near Seattle’s Bellevue area.
Bungie’s plans seem bold; launching a significant extraction shooter beyond what we’ve seen with Tarkov could be challenging yet thrilling for them. Will players welcome another contender into this space? Only time will tell if they can make their mark by hitting that 2025 target date.
