Space Marine 2 Dev Clarifies: Not Abandoning Game Despite Space Marine 3 News

The announcement of the development of Space Marine 3 sent ripples of excitement and concern through the Warhammer 40,000 community. Just six months after the release of Space Marine 2, publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Saber Interactive revealed their plans for the next installment in mid-March. This news sparked worries about the future support for Space Marine 2, given the rapid transition to a new project.

In response to these concerns, both companies issued a reassuring blog post, emphasizing their commitment to Space Marine 2. They clarified that the development of Space Marine 3 does not signify the end of support for its predecessor. "Space Marine 3 does not mean the end of Space Marine 2's development. Far from it. No teams are shifting over, no one is abandoning the game, and our plans to bring more awesome content to Space Marine 2 remain," the statement affirmed.

The blog post also outlined the roadmap for Space Marine 2, highlighting that Patch 7 is scheduled for release in mid-April. Furthermore, fans can look forward to new content in the coming months, including a new class, new PvE operations, and new melee weapons. The developers hinted at additional surprises that even dataminers haven't uncovered yet, adding an element of anticipation.

While Space Marine 3 is still in its early stages and years away from release, the announcement has been met with enthusiasm from the community. The developers expressed gratitude for the support and excitement, which fuels their motivation for the new project. However, they reiterated their dedication to delivering more to Space Marine 2 players.

The big reveal from the blog post was the promise of a new class for Space Marine 2. Speculation among fans suggests it might be the Apothecary, akin to a medic class, or possibly the Librarian, which would introduce warp-powered abilities. Additionally, the introduction of a new melee weapon has sparked interest, with fans particularly eager to see the axe featured in Secret Level's Warhammer 40,000 animated episode.

The decision to move forward with Space Marine 3 comes on the heels of Space Marine 2's success. In an interview with IGN following the launch of Space Marine 2, Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits discussed potential story DLC and hinted at early ideas for Space Marine 3. He mentioned that game director Dmitry Grigorenko had proposed story ideas that could expand into either DLC or a full sequel, indicating a rich narrative future for the series.