Marathon leads trader sentiment for The Game Awards Best Multiplayer at 22.5% implied probability, ahead of Gears of War: E-Day at 14% and The Duskbloods at 11.8%, in a crowded field where no title exceeds the low twenties. Bungie’s extraction shooter, released in March 2026, has gained momentum from steadily rising critic scores and post-launch additions like ranked modes that highlight its competitive depth. Gears of War: E-Day benefits from its October release timing and recent open beta showcasing refined Versus and the new Horde Siege co-op mode, leveraging the franchise’s established multiplayer pedigree. FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods draws attention via closed network test feedback and the studio’s PvPvE track record. Upcoming titles such as Subnautica 2 and Grounded 2 add further uncertainty ahead of the December ceremony, with outcomes likely to shift on final previews and critic endorsements.