Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Reviews

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is ranked in the 86th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8 / 10.0
Sep 7, 2024

Space Marine 2 is a must-play title that immerses the player in the heart of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. With solid gameplay and stunning technical aspects, Saber Interactive's title delivers a brutal and satisfying combat experience, especially in melee combat.

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Sep 8, 2024

Warhamer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is the perfect entry point to the world of Warhammer 40,000. It features overwhelmingly bloody combat, an engaging story, and smooth controls that put you right in the boots of the Ultramarine soldiers fighting in the ongoing war against the Tyranids.

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80 / 100
Sep 12, 2024

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 is the quintessential scifi action game experience you need to tune to if you fancy bloodshed, some co-op and PvP, and an all-round great-to-control 3D beat-em-up with solid gunplay. [...] A god emperor-worthy sequel to a 2011 gem, long story short.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 9, 2024

Despite some drawbacks, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is the best new entry in the series that fans and newcomers alike can appreciate.

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Sep 11, 2024

Warhammer 40000: Space Marine 2 is an action-packed sequel, with hundreds of creatures filling the screen. The story may be confusing for newcomers to this universe, but it's made up for by addictive gameplay.

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7 / 10
Sep 10, 2024

Space Marine 2 is everything a 40K fan would want in a game, with intense combat and detailed customization. While an unremarkable story and server issues hold the game back from true greatness, the experience on offer is well worth the $70 price tag with a plethora of content that calls back to the games of the early 2010s with a main story, PvP, and co-op mode to ensure you’ll happily spend hours slaying Xenos.

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8.5 / 10.0
Sep 10, 2024

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a delightful surprise this year, offering a concise yet engaging and explosive shooter experience. The game features an immersive plot that respects your time, providing 10-12 hours of captivating dark sci-fi fantasy, perfect for a weekend binge. The game excels with its frenetic gunplay, intense action, and mysterious world, reminiscent of classic corridor shooters like Gears of War. It introduces enough variety and novelty, such as verticality and base defense objectives, to keep players constantly engaged. While the interface may initially seem basic, the relentless action ensures an appreciation for its straightforward gameplay.

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Sep 9, 2024

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II is a fantastic PvE shooter with a great story, brilliant level design, and multiplayer options that will keep you engrossed long after you beat the main campaign. The customization options are intricate and incredibly detailed and the game serves as a great jumping off point, regardless of how much you know about the broader Warhammer 40k universe.

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100 / 100
Sep 8, 2024

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is simply amazing. Even if you haven't played the original or are unaware of the Warhammer lore or the franchise in general, you'll still get a taste of the game's heightened thrill after playing it. The endless warfare made the Space Marines so fun to play, and Space Marine 2 is the ideal setting for those who remain faithful to the franchise.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 6, 2024

While the campaign of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 falls a bit short, every other aspect of the game is beyond stellar and it turned out to be a sequel worth waiting for.

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10 / 10.0
Sep 4, 2024

Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 is a game for fans of the franchise and newcomers alike, providing great cinematic action gameplay and genuine fun that can be experienced alone or with a group. It’s my favorite game of the year so far, and try as I might, I can’t find anything to complain about. It’s just plain good.

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6.5 / 10.0
Sep 5, 2024

A shooter created especially for fans of the saga who do not like strategy and who want to annihilate enemies of the Imperium with sword blows and Bolter shots. For The Emperor!

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4.5 / 5.0
Sep 5, 2024

Start to finish, Space Marine 2 is a complete blast, with all the hallmarks of being a big action blockbuster. Titus continues to be a compelling character and we’re lucky we got to see more of him; it was a long wait but damn was it worth it.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 5, 2024

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a wonderful third-person shooting escapade that’ll keep players thrilled from start to end. The campaign is a blast to play through thanks to the overwhelming nature of the enemy threat, whilst the fact that you’re perfectly-armed to deal with it makes for some exciting encounters that’ll keep players on the edge of their seats. Then you’ve got the Operations, which don’t only flesh out the experience, but bring with it some strategically-focused variety… it’s a blast. I really enjoyed the first game so my expectations were high going in, but honestly? Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has completely exceeded them, with it easily the best third-person shooter that I’ve played this year.

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9 / 10.0
Sep 4, 2024

It’s a wild ride that I think any action fan will enjoy, whether you’re in love with the world of Warhamer 40,000 or just looking for a fun time that involves blowing lots of stuff up. Definitely check it out, you won’t be disappointed.

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Sep 4, 2024

Space Marine 2 is pure, unfiltered video game. It's arcadey and straightforward as hell; nothing is overwrought, and there is no misconception of trying to be more than what it should be. You play a level, you kill a tonne of things in various contexts, and then you do it all again and again until the credits roll. That's all it needed to be, and it does it with the style and grace of a chainsaw bisecting a pig carcass. Here is the new gold standard for a third-person action game in the 40K universe.

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8.8 / 10.0
Sep 4, 2024

With its gore-focused and action-packed gameplay, Space Marine 2 is the definitive way to make you feel like a true Warhammer 40K badass. With a thrilling rollercoaster of a singleplayer, a highly replayable Operations mode and a fun multiplayer excursion, this third-person bloodbath is a must play for any co-op enthusiast.

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INVEN
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Sep 5, 2024

This is an excellent action title that captures the essence of being a Space Marine. The visceral thrill of shooting, slashing, and destroying everything in your path is incredibly satisfying, and the intriguing lore is expertly woven into the core gameplay. Although the AI can be somewhat lacking, and there are a few bugs and a slightly limited number of missions, the title's strengths far outweigh these minor drawbacks.

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GAMES.CH
Top Critic
87%
Sep 4, 2024

Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 sets a new standards not only for games set in the 41st Millennia, but also for horde based shooters. The innovative combat system that cleverly builds upon the foundation of the 13 years old predecessor shows incredible depth when mixing different weapon styles. Together with an entertaining, albeit narratively shallow campaign and a wealth of customization for co-op players, this game is every Warhammer 40k fans dream come true.

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Sep 4, 2024

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a fantastic game. Not only play but to show off what is achievable on consoles and PCs in 2024. Highly polished, great game mechanics, awesome graphics and sound, crossplay throughout, PVE, PVP, and campaign capabilities as well as a serious amount of cosmetics and lore to get involved with. What is there not to love?

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