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Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

Embody the superhuman skill and brutality of a Space Marine. Unleash deadly abilities and devastating weaponry to obliterate the relentless Tyranid swarms. Defend the Imperium in spectacular third-person action in solo or multiplayer modes.

84%
Very Positive
DeveloperSaber Interactive
PublisherFocus Entertainment
Release DateSep 9, 2024
$59.99
Peak Players186.2K
Metacritic82
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
RPG
AI Review Summary

Space Marine 2 delivers a high-fidelity power fantasy that excels in its cinematic campaign and satisfying PvE combat. While many players find hundreds of hours of replayability in its visceral gameplay loop, others criticize the lack of content variety and severe faction imbalance. Recent technical regressions and a heavy focus on cosmetic DLC have also polarized the community.

Pros

  • Exceptional graphics and presentation that perfectly capture the Warhammer 40,000 power fantasy.
  • Highly satisfying flow state combat combining hack-and-slash mechanics with third-person shooting.
  • Strong cinematic campaign and engaging PvE operations with high replay value.
  • Effective stress-relief gameplay through brutal and visceral combat encounters.

Cons

  • Significant faction imbalance makes Chaos missions frustrating and frequently avoided by the community.
  • Technical performance has declined with recent patches, leading to crashes and menu issues.
  • Perceived lack of content depth for the price point, with a focus on paid cosmetic DLC.
  • Linux and Steam Deck compatibility has regressed, making the game unplayable for some users.

Notable Mentions

  • Developers have supported the modding community by providing code for a 12-player co-op mod.
  • There is a stark contrast in quality and fun between Tyranid and Chaos enemy encounters.
  • The game maintains a high percentage of long-term players despite content concerns.
Confidence: 77%
Based on the 200 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Feb 28, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
9.5K
Peak · last 90 days
32.3K
All-time peak
186.2K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$17.99since Dec 5, 2025

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
83%
All-time positive
84%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews223.1K
Positive: 187.2K (84%)Negative: 35.9K (16%)

1%

Reviews from Steam Deck

2%

Dev Response Rate

89h

Avg Playtime at Review

76%

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