Christopher Barrett

Marathon Director Joe Ziegler Departs Bungie

Joe Ziegler, the game director for Marathon, announced his departure from Bungie to pursue a new opportunity. In his farewell note he praised the team and indicated that Del Chafe III will assume the role of game director alongside creative director Julia Nardin. The transition occurs amid recent layoffs affecting Bungie's Destiny and Marathon teams, following earlier leadership changes after former director Christopher Barrett left under misconduct allegations. Ziegler said he will reveal his next position soon and thanked fans for their support.

GameSpot

Sony and Bungie settle with ex-Marathon director over wrongful dismissal lawsuit

Christopher Barrett, an ex-Marathon director, has announced a settlement with Sony and Bungie following a wrongful dismissal lawsuit. Barrett claimed the companies had 'deliberately destroyed [his] reputation' by falsely insinuating he engaged in sexual misconduct. The settlement brings the lawsuit to a close.

Eurogamer

Sony Settles With Former Marathon Game Director Over Sexual Misconduct Claims

Sony has reached a settlement with Christopher Barrett, a former developer accused of sexual misconduct. As part of the agreement, Barrett will be added to the credits of the recently released extraction shooter Marathon. The settlement comes after Barrett sued PlayStation and Bungie for over $200 million. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed.

IGN

Former Marathon director settles lawsuit against Sony and Bungie

Former Marathon director Christopher Barrett has settled his lawsuit against Sony and Bungie. He was fired after being accused of inappropriate behaviour by several female Bungie staff. Barrett claimed he was fired to prevent him from receiving a bonus and sued for breach of contract and defamation. The lawsuit revealed some of the inappropriate text messages Barrett allegedly sent to staff.

Rock Paper Shotgun