Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s new gameplay trailer is full of blood, action and really cool weapons
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 just got a brand new gameplay trailer ahead of the game’s launch later this year.
The upcoming third-person shooter hack-n-slash was first announced in 2021 and has been a long time coming, following its most recent delay.
But with just a few months to go until the game’s release, Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive were able to provide an in-depth look at the next installment in the game today (June 20). Warhammer 40,000 franchise.
The six-minute gameplay trailer was narrated by creative director Oliver Hollis-Leick and went into depth Space Navy‘s story campaign, multiplayer co-op modes, and progression systems.
Set a century after the events of the first game, the game puts players in the shoes of Ultramarines lieutenant Demetrian Titus – a genetically enhanced super soldier – who has been demoted and forced to prove his loyalty.
We were treated to plenty of action-packed gameplay, and according to Hollis-Leick, the development team used something called “swarm technology,” which allows hundreds of enemies to appear on screen at the same time. We also looked at the melee finisher, which, when done correctly, replenishes the player’s armor and keeps them in the fight longer.
There is also a headquarters that acts as a hub for players to return to between missions. There you can interact with staff, select your next quest and also customize your equipment.
In addition to the campaign, players can dive into Operations, a PvE mode focused on replayability and cooperation.
In this mode, you can use Armory Data and experience earned on the battlefield to upgrade each class with up to 25 perks to shape your playstyle. With Armory Data you can also take your weapons to the next level with each new mission to unlock more powerful variants and unique cosmetics.
There’s also a PvP 6v6 mode called Eternal War, with three match types to choose from, including Deathmatch, Sieze Ground, and Capture and Control.
In both Operations and Eternal War you can choose six playable classes: Tactical, Assault, Vanguard, Bulwark, Sniper and Heavy, each with their own unique equipment and weapons.
Saber Interactive has also confirmed this Space Marine 2 will receive new Operations missions, PvP maps, new enemies and new weapons in “regular free updates” after launch.
Additionally, additional cosmetics and Chapter heraldry will be released as part of the Season Pass, without microtransactions or in-game cash shop with premium currency.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a third-person shooter and a sequel to the 2011 game and is expected to launch on September 9 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.