Warhammer Space Marine 2 release date: Trailer, gameplay and pre-order news

Developed by Saber Interactive, the new game continues to mix in its addictive hack-and-slash gameplay alongside third-person shooter elements - with lots of new features being implemented this time around.

Since the game is exclusive for next-gen consoles and PC, it'll be interesting to see how big of a leap it will be from its predecessor.

After all, the last Space Marine title was released back in 2011. So that's 13 years of technological advancements to put into play.

And if the early positive reviews from critics are anything to go off, we're all in for a good time.

So with that, we've rounded up everything there is to know about Warhammer Space Marine 2, including its launch time details, all the latest trailers to try and tempt you into a purchase as well as what to expect from the adventure.

When is the Warhammer Space Marine 2 release date?

Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 was released on 9th September 2024.

The game was originally announced in December 2021, so it's been a good few years of waiting for fans. But now Warhammer Space Marine 2 is finally out and available to play. Time to chainsaw up those Tyranid hordes.

Warhammer Space Marine 2 UK launch time

Warhammer Space Marine 2 launches at 5pm BST on 9th September 2024.

We've listed a variety of other time zones below to show when fans from around the world can play:

• Europe: 6pm CET
• USA (East): 10am ET
• USA (West): 12pm PT
• India: 9:30pm IST
• Australia: 1:30am ACST
• Japan: 1am JST

Can I preload Warhammer Space Marine 2?

Yes, the ability to preload Warhammer Space Marine 2 is now live. In fact, the game is now available to play altogether.

Xbox players have been able to preload the game since late August, allowing them to jump straight into battle as soon as the servers are switched on.

PlayStation players can preload it too. From 3rd September 2024, players who've pre-ordered the Gold or Ultra Edition can begin the download but those with the Standard Edition have to wait until 7th September 2024.

It's bad news for PC players. There's no way of pre-loading Space Marine 2 meaning some will have to wait until launch day.

Can I pre-order Warhammer Space Marine 2?

Warhammer Space Marine 2 is now available to pre-order across multiple stores, including GAME.

Warhammer Space Marine 2 PC pre-orders are open on Steam and CDKeys.

On top of the Standard Edition of the game, you can also pre-order the Gold Edition and Ultra Edition.

All pre-orders come with the base game and Macragge's Chosen DLC.

The Gold Edition lets you play four days early (from 5th September instead of the 9th) and comes with the Season Pass.

The Ultra Edition, meanwhile (which is digital-only as far as we can tell), comes with the Ultramarines Champion Pack.

The physical version of the Gold Edition is a GAME exclusive, and also comes with a fancy steelbook.

You can pre-order the £229.99 Collector's Edition on the Focus Entertainment Store, too. This comes with a copy of the game, a steelbook, a 64-page hardcover book, Macragge's Chosen DLC and a gruesome statue of Lieutenant Titus fighting a Tyranid.

Warhammer Space Marine 2 pre-order bonuses

Below is a list of all the pre-order bonuses available for each edition of Warhammer Space Marine 2:

• Gold Edition: Copy of game, Season Pass and Gold Steelbook for physical editions.
• Ultra: Copy of game, Season Pass and Ultramarine Champion Pack
• Collectors: Copy of game, Season Pass, Ultramarine Champion Pack, Lieutenant Titus statue, Collectors Edition steelbook and artbook.

Is Warhammer Space Marine 2 on Xbox Game Pass?

No, Warhammer Space Marine 2 will not be available on Xbox Game Pass.

Although the game was released on Xbox Series S and X consoles on day one, it won't feature as part of Microsoft's subscription service.

What is Warhammer Space Marine 2?

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 serves as a sequel to 2011's Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine.

While the original game was made by Relic Entertainment and overseen by THQ, the new one will be made by Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive.

"The galaxy is in peril. Entire worlds are falling. The Imperium needs you," the game's official description reads. "Embody the superhuman skill and brutality of a Space Marine, the greatest of the Emperor’s warriors, with Clive Standen (Vikings, Taken) as the iconic Captain Titus."

Which consoles and platforms can play Warhammer Space Marine 2?

Warhammer Space Marine 2 will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and PC, making it entirely exclusive to next-gen hardware.

This means that anyone hoping to pick up the game on PlayStation 4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch will have to look elsewhere. There's a chance it might be ported back to last-gen consoles at some point in future - however, that is becoming less common as time goes on.

Warhammer Space Marine 2 gameplay

Warhammer Space Marine 2 is an action-focused third-person shooter with hack-and-slash elements just like the 2011 original. This time around, though, its frenetic action and explosive gore are powered on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and modern PC hardware, so the graphics have naturally seen a boost.

It looks every bit as brutal, bombastic and over-the-top as we could have hoped. Better yet, it's since been confirmed that the campaign will be playable in co-op for up to three players.

An extended look at gameplay was uploaded in July 2024, giving us our best idea of what it will entail. Check out the footage below:

It's also worth watching the Multiplayer Modes trailer to learn what else is included in the game. There's a three-player campaign, three-player co-op missions, and 6v6 multiplayer modes.

That's a lot of Space Marine goodness. We don't want to spoil the game's story, but we've included the game's official description to keep you interested.

"Hold at bay the horrors of the galaxy in epic battles on far-flung planets," the game's story description reads. "Uncover dark secrets and drive back the everlasting night to prove your ultimate loyalty to humanity."

Warhammer Space Marine 2 trailers

Announced as part of The Game Awards 2021, the first trailer for Warhammer Space Marine 2 reveals the return of Captain Titus along with plenty of weaponry, action and the sorts of enemies that will be faced along the way. The CGI trailer can be seen below:

One year later, publisher Focus Entertainment once again partnered with The Game Awards to premiere the first look at Warhammer Space Marine 2 gameplay. Alongside all the combat shown off, we also get a voice-over from new Tidus voice actor Clive Standen: "We are the blade drawn against the endless night. Nothing will survive our wrath".

See it below:

Fast forward to June 2023 and a better look at the co-op campaign was unveiled as part of Summer Game Fest 2023. Clearly, Focus Entertainment and Geoff Keighley have an affinity for one another. The trailer can be watched here.

The latest look at Warhammer Space Marine 2 gameplay was provided in August 2023, when Focus premiered new gameplay alongside footage for Banishers: Ghost of New Eden. This was all part of an extended showcase. Beginning at 15:35, the video can be streamed here.

More recently, the Warhammer Space Marine 2 release date trailer was launched in December 2023:

Warhammer 40:000: Space Marine 2 is available across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Microsoft Windows.

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