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Server Not Accessible
Just bought the game on steam to see what's up and I can't even play it, no where am I seeing Servers down when I try to check online but I'm getting W:008000. Etc. type codes and not allowed to connect?
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Hello there,
Thank you for reaching out.
A few things to try:
Full restart & basic network check
Quit Marathon and exit Steam completely.
Reboot your PC and router.
Make sure you’re not on a VPN or corporate network if you can avoid it.
Antivirus / security software (common cause)
If you use Kaspersky or similar AV, either:
Temporarily disable it fully, or
Add exceptions for Marathon.exe and BattlEye.
Players with W:8:80090305-type errors have fixed it just by turning Kaspersky off or whitelisting the game.
Windows Firewall / SSL filtering
In Windows Security → Firewall → “Allow an app…”
Make sure Marathon and BattlEye are allowed on Private and Public networks.
If you use any “web protection” or HTTPS inspection feature (in AV, a VPN, or a corporate agent), turn that off and test again.
Verify files & run as admin
In Steam: Properties → Installed Files → Verify integrity.
Then run Steam as Administrator and launch Marathon.
Try a different network
If possible, tether your PC to a mobile hotspot and try logging in once.
If it works there but not on your home connection, the problem is your ISP/router/firewall blocking the sign-on URL.
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