Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is looking better than ever and is attracting many new (and returning) fans to the series. If you’re considering diving into the game, you’ve come to the right place.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 offers several editions, each providing more content than the last — but is the additional content worth the extra cost? This guide explores all the editions, excluding the Collector’s Edition, and concludes whether the extra expense is justified or not.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 - Minimum & Recommended PC Requirements
Discover what you need to run Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 on PC, from 30 FPS to 60. SSD and Windows 10 is a must for a smoother experience.
Pre-Order Bonus For Warhammer 40000: Space Marine 2
Pre-ordering any edition of the game — Standard, Gold, or Ultra — will grant players the Macragge's Chosen DLC. This bonus includes access to cosmetic items inspired by the Ultramarines, such as a skin set for the Bolt Rifle, Chainsword, and Crux Terminatus Pauldron.
What Faction Would You Like To Fight In A Future Warhammer 40K: Space Marine Game?
I would personally love to see the Dark Eldar as an enemy faction in a future Space Marine game. They don't have the same numbers as the Orks or Tyranids, but I think it'd be interesting to fight a Drukhari army and all of its most interesting combat units in an action game.
Gold Edition Details For Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2
The Gold Edition of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 costs $89.99, which is a $30 increase from the Standard Edition. However, this price increase comes with a substantial amount of additional content. Gold Edition owners will be able to access the game four days before the official release date. While Standard Edition owners wait until September 9 to start playing, Gold Edition players will gain access on September 5.
The main draw of the Gold Edition is the inclusion of the Season Pass. This pass grants players access to all cosmetic items released in Year 1, which will include four seasons. Players will receive various Champion Packs, Cosmetic Packs, and Weapon Skin Packs.
All gameplay additions will be free for all game owners, including those who purchase the Standard Edition.
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Details Performance and Quality Modes
As the release of Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 approaches, Focus Entertainment unveils important details regarding performance and quality modes.
Ultra Edition Details For Warhammer 40000: Space Marine 2
The Ultra Edition of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 costs $99.99 ($10 more than the Gold Edition) and includes everything from the prior edition. This means players will receive both the four-day early access and the Season Pass. Additionally, Ultra Edition owners will also get the Ultramarines Champions Pack, which features cosmetic items for the Power Armour and
Heavy Bolter.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 - Gameplay Walkthrough Trailer
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2's details its gameplay modes, character customization, combat skills trees, and more in this new trailer.
Are The Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Special Editions Worth It?
As mentioned above, neither the Gold nor the Ultra Edition of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 feature any single-player content. In fact, all gameplay additions, such as PvE missions, PvP game modes, and new enemy types, will be free for all game owners, including those with the Standard Edition.
The Gold and Ultra Editions offer unique cosmetic items to bling up both characters and weapons. Whether these extras are worth the cost largely depends on the player's preferences.
- If you’re not interested in cosmetic upgrades, these special editions might not be worth it for you.
- If you enjoy having your in-game appearance as stylish as possible, the additional premium could be worthwhile.
Also, a full-fledged AAA title featuring a robust single-player campaign, co-op mode, and multiplayer isn’t as common as it once was. If you want to support the developers for their efforts in creating such an ambitious game, the special editions might be worth considering, as you get something extra out of it as well.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II
- 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
- Franchise
- Warhammer 40K
- Number of Players
- 1-6
- Platform(s)
- PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S
- Genre(s)
- Third-Person Shooter, Hack and Slash