If you've stepped away from Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, now is the perfect time to return to its grim world with your friends. As promised in the developer's roadmap, the recently released Update 3 introduces the Battle Barge Sparring Arena.

This new arena offers a safe space — at least as safe as Warhammer 40K allows — to face off against your fellow Space Marines. If you're wondering where to find the Sparring Arena or how to start a match, you're in the right place. The guide below will answer all your questions Sparring Arena questions.

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Sparring Arena Location In Space Marine 2

As expected, the Sparring Arena is located on the Battle Barge and can be accessed between levels. Once you're on the barge, head to the location where you select missions near the troop transport. Look for the downward pathway. Previously, a giant door blocked the way, but it has now been removed. Continue heading down, and you'll eventually load into the Sparring Arena. Use the above image to get your bearings.

How To Use The Sparring Arena In Space Marine 2

Starting a sparring match against your brothers is as straightforward as it sounds. All you and your comrades need to do is head to the sparring arena, and that’s it. Once there, you’ll automatically be able to fight each other. Your weapons and grenades will be unlocked for use, and sprinting will be enabled. You can spend as much time as you like in the arena and finally settle the question of who is the strongest brother.

The Battle Barge Sparring Arena isn't the only gameplay content coming your way. The developer has also announced that in the upcoming seasons that players will receive a new difficulty setting, new weapons, additional operations maps, multiplayer maps, and eventually, a brand-new Horde mode. All of this gameplay content will be free for all game owners.

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September 9, 2024
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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
Franchise
Warhammer 40K
Number of Players
1-6
Genre(s)
Third-Person Shooter, Hack and Slash