July 30, 2025 – 9.0 QOL Update Ushers in Siege Tweaks and Trygon Threat
Space Marine 2’s relentless post-launch evolution continues with the sweeping 9.0 Quality of Life Update, introducing essential gameplay refinements, expanded weapon variety, and deepened PvE challenges – all available now.
With this update, Saber Interactive doubles down on its commitment to both competitive and cooperative play. Assault Ground Pound damage has been rebalanced, offering enhanced tactical depth for melee specialists.
Meanwhile, dedicated PvP fans will find a broader armory at their disposal, as the update unveils an extended list of available weapons and a wholly revised progression system, rewarding long-term skill and strategy.
PvE squads will benefit from a veritable arsenal expansion – players can now wield classic and updated firearm variants including the Bolt Rifle, Stalker Bolt Rifle, Occulus Bolt Carbine, Meltagun, Las Fusil, Instigator Bolt Carbine, and others. Plasma, bolt, and inferno pistols join the list, bolstering every Legionary’s toolkit in the face of rising threats.
The Siege Mode, first introduced earlier this year, receives major balance tweaks:
- Shop economy has been overhauled for fairer upgrades.
- Guardsmen are sturdier, with boosted health and increased damage output.
- Dreadnoughts, now threatening for longer periods, change the pacing of endgame waves.
- Terminus enemy spawn patterns have been reworked, raising the stakes in high-round battles.
- The coveted Inferno Pistol skin is unlocked for Assault players who persevere to the hardest challenges.
Meanwhile, the Datavault grows in scope and flavor with new Ordeals for Siege Mode, a streamlined interface, and a sinister new entry: the swirling xenos terror, Trygon.
Stability remains a focus, with significant upgrades to crash protection, AI behavior, customization settings, bug fixes, and matchmaking—ensuring the battlefield remains as seamless as it is savage.
May 30, 2025 – 8.0 Siege Update: New Mode, New Skins, New Challenges
Focus Entertainment’s 8.0 Siege Update signals the dawn of a new PvE era, introducing the highly anticipated Siege Mode and a suite of cosmetic rewards for devoted Space Marine commanders.
In Siege Mode, squads brace against relentless waves of alien adversaries, testing tactical coordination, arsenal management, and survival instincts like never before. This mode cements Space Marine 2’s reputation as a destination for co-op glory – and rewards the bold with exclusive weapon skins and achievement milestones.
Visual customization reaches new heights with DLC chapter packs featuring the noble Blood Angels and the lightning-fast White Scars – each sporting distinct armor and weapon finishes.
For those seeking ever more personalization, the update unlocks new Ultramarines pauldron decals and the imposing Thunder Hammer for Bulwark, making each Space Marine’s appearance a true reflection of their battlefield legacy.
Noteworthy system enhancements accompany these features, including support for advanced graphics tech (RTAO & DLSS 4) and the long-requested option to disable bots in private lobbies.
Absolute Difficulty has been comprehensively rebalanced, providing veterans a true test of skill, while broad tweaks to class and weapon perks ensure every match is as fair as it is ferocious.
November 6th: Dark Angels Chapter Cosmetics will arrive in December
Known as the Emperor’s first Space Marine Legion, the Dark Angels bring their distinctive deep green armor and iconic off-white robes of penitence to the game.
This addition opens up new narrative possibilities, letting players experience the chapter’s renowned combat expertise and strategic mastery firsthand.
The Dark Angels’ arrival is particularly significant for Warhammer 40,000 enthusiasts, as this secretive and powerful chapter holds a special place in the game’s extensive lore.
October 15, 2024 – Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment have unveiled an extensive roadmap of free content for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2.
Key updates include:
- New PvE operation featuring the formidable Hierophant Bio-Titan
- “Lethal Difficulty” mode for Operations
- Addition of the Neo-Volkite pistol
The Hierophant, one of the largest Tyranid bio-forms encountered, promises to be a formidable foe. Comparable in size and power to an Imperial Titan, it’s armed with massive Bio-cannons and protected by a thick, poisonous hide. This biotitan’s inclusion hints at an escalation of the Tyranid threat in-game.
The introduction of the Neo-Volkite pistol is particularly exciting for lore enthusiasts. Volkite weapons, thermal ray armaments dating back to the Age of Technology, were once common in Space Marine Legions but became extremely rare by the 41st Millennium.
Their reintroduction, attributed to Archmagos Dominus Belisarius Cawl’s genius, adds a powerful and lore-rich option to players’ arsenals.
Season Pass owners will receive Dark Angels-themed cosmetics, with hints of future chapter-specific content.
Fan reaction has been overwhelmingly positive. Players are praising the developers’ dedication to Warhammer lore and expressing enthusiasm for the new PvE content, particularly the Hierophant boss fight. PvP players are eagerly anticipating new arenas and game modes.
The community has also shown interest in additional chapter representations, with some hoping for Space Wolves, Grey Knights, or Salamanders in future updates. Requests for more diverse weaponry, including chapter-specific arms, have been noted.
Developers thanked players for their support since the game’s launch, emphasizing that “the war has just begun.” You can watch the updates below.
2024 / 2025 Content:
- Launch (September 2024):
- Macragge’s Chosen DLC for pre-order customers
- Season Pass availability for Gold and Ultra Edition owners
- Ultramarines Champions Pack for Ultra Edition owners – see info below.
- Post-Launch (First few weeks):
- Focus on community feedback
- Quick patches and adjustments
- Season 2 (October – December 2024):
- New Operations map
- New enemy type
- Harder difficulty level
- New weapon
- Various improvements
- Dark Angels Cosmetic Pack
- Dark Angels Champion Pack
- Dark Angels Weapon Skin Pack
- Season 3 (Winter 2025)
- One Space Marine Chapter (to be revealed) will receive a Champion Pack, a Cosmetic Pack and a Weapon Skin Pack
- Another Space Marine Chapter (to be revealed) will receive a Champion Pack.
- Season 4 (Spring 2025)
- One Space Marine Chapter (to be revealed) will receive a Champion Pack, a Cosmetic Pack and a Weapon Skin Pack
- Another Space Marine Chapter (to be revealed) will receive a Champion Pack.
- Community Engagement:
- Launch of Focus Together platform for player feedback and suggestions
Purchasers of the Ultra Edition will gain exclusive access to the Ultramarines Champions Pack. This premium content features an intricately designed, complete armor set specifically for the Heavy class, accompanied by a custom Heavy Bolter weapon.
It’s important to note that this exclusive pack is a unique perk for Ultra Edition owners and will not be available for separate purchase or through any other means.
Read more about the various editions of Space Marine 2 and what they offer!
2025 Content Plans:
- Expanded Gameplay and Free Updates:
- New Operations
- Additional PvP maps
- Introduction of Horde mode
- PVE Prestige Ranks
- New game modes, Enemies and Weapons
- Continued expansion of core game content
- Battle Barge Expansions
- Cosmetic Additions:
- More chapter-based cosmetic items for character customization
The development team emphasized that all gameplay additions, including new weapons, modes, and maps, will be available to all players through free updates.
They expressed excitement about the game’s launch being just the beginning of their journey with the community.
Focus Entertainment encourages players to stay tuned for regular updates throughout 2024 and into 2025, as they continue to expand and refine the Space Marine 2 experience based on player feedback and new content development.
Get Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2 For Free With AMD
Exciting news for Warhammer 40,000 fans and PC hardware enthusiasts alike! AMD has partnered with Focus Entertainment to offer Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 as part of their latest game bundle promotion. By purchasing select AMD products, including eligible processors or graphics cards, you can receive a free copy of this highly anticipated action game.
