With the stakes in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 as high as they have ever been before, there is no denying that Titus and his band of brothers are in for a tough time against the Tyranids. Beyond just their sheer numbers, the enemy boasts several elite units that can easily tear through humanity, and one of them just so happens to be the mighty Carnifex.

A ferocious monster that is as aggressive as it is dangerous, players will meet this beast as one of the several boss fights meant to test your mettle, and if you are in need of some help in besting the Carnifex in Space Marine 2, this guide is the best place to start.

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Beating the Carnifex in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2

In Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, most of the boss fights are telegraphed well in advance, but for the Carnifex, it will occur seemingly out of nowhere. As it rips open the gates in front of Titus and his battle brothers, prepare yourself for one of the toughest fights in the game.

There is not much rest when fighting the Carnifex, as it will constantly engage your team by using its ranged attack, or charging at you to do damage. The best way to avoid any significant damage from the monster is to keep your range, and concentrate your ranged fire on the boss.

This will allow you to chip away at its health slowly, and when it is being distracted by your teammates, chuck your grenades at its feet to deal even more damage. This will eventually catch the monster's attention, so prepare to dodge several times from its unblockable attacks. And even when it appears safe to get close for melee attacks, do not fall into that trap, as the Carnifex will either sweep around it or cause a shockwave that can knock you off your feet. Staying at range and collecting additional ammo and grenades around the arena is best.

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Eventually, smaller Tyranids will join the battle, worsening an already precarious situation. Use this to your advantage, as these creatures can be eliminated quickly for more armor, and if you manage to parry one while the Carnifex is charging, the animation will render you invulnerable and buy you more time to survive. Continue the process, and use Gun Strikes if you manage a perfect dodge. The Carnifex will soon fall, giving you an opportunity to right some wrongs and deliver a satisfying execution.

Having defeated the Carnifex, it is time to move on further in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Ensure you are prepared by learning even more vital knowledge about this world and your enemies.

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Third-Person Shooter
Hack and Slash
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Top Critic Avg: 81 /100 Critics Rec: 86%
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Released
September 9, 2024
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ Due To Blood and Gore, Intense Violence
Developer(s)
Saber Interactive
Publisher(s)
Focus Entertainment
Engine
Swarm Engine
Multiplayer
Online Co-Op, Online Multiplayer
Cross-Platform Play
PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
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Franchise
Warhammer 40K
Number of Players
1-6
Genre(s)
Third-Person Shooter, Hack and Slash