Focus Entertainment and Saber St. Petersburg have released the 10.3 update for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, now live on all platforms. This minor patch focuses solely on technical adjustments to ensure full compatibility with the upcoming public demo, set to launch on October 16. While no gameplay changes are included, this update sets the foundation for more substantial improvements that are on the horizon.
The developers have confirmed that the next major content drop, Update 11, is scheduled for late November and will include a wealth of new additions such as cosmetic packs, fresh gameplay content, and significant customization options. Players can expect new DLCs inspired by the Blood Angels and Salamanders chapters, an off-planet PvE Operation with a new boss, Heroic weapons including the Thunder Hammer, and even a long-awaited bot customization system.
Full Patch Notes
Version 10.3 (Live Now)
- Implemented technical compatibility updates for the upcoming demo, launching October 16.
- No gameplay or balance changes included in this update.
Update 11 Teaser (Coming Late November)
- New Cosmetic DLCs:
- Blood Angels Champion Pack for the Tactical class, featuring a unique Jump Pack and modular armor components.
- Salamanders Cosmetic Pack including heraldry from various successor chapters and distinct armor pieces.
- New PvE Operation:
- An all-new off-planet mission introducing a challenging boss encounter.
- Heroic Weapons:
- Introduction of new Heroic Weapons starting with Update 11, including the Thunder Hammer.
- Plan to expand Heroic items with at least two per archetype to promote diverse playstyles.
- Bot Customization:
- Players can assign custom loadouts to bots in PvE Operations.
- Full feature details to be revealed in the upcoming community update.
- Public Test Server:
- A dedicated Public Test Server will be launched for Patch 11.0 before its full release.
- Heroic Items and Accolades:
- Continued expansion of Heroic weapons and armor, with new ways to earn Accolades through gameplay.
- Siege Mode Enhancements:
- Future updates will deepen sandbox gameplay, adding more incentives to revisit Siege mode.
- Customization Expansion:
- New customization options coming throughout the year, including unannounced surprises hinted by the developers.
- New Limited Edition:
- Ultima Limited Edition now available, featuring the base game, exclusive SteelBook, Season Passes 1 and 2, and the Macragge’s Chosen DLC.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is a third-person shooter with hack and slash elements, developed by Saber St. Petersburg and published by Focus Entertainment. The game serves as the sequel to the 2011 title Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine and was released on September 9, 2024, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
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