Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (1903 min)/11 64-bit Processeur : AMD Ryzen 5 2600X / Intel Core i5-8600K Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 6 GB VRAM, AMD Radeon RX 580 / Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 75 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD required. 30 FPS in 1920x1080 with "Low" preset.
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (1903 min)/11 64-bit Processeur : AMD Ryzen 7 5800X / Intel Core i7-12700 Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 8 GB VRAM, AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT / Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 DirectX : Version 12 Espace disque : 75 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : SSD required. 60 FPS in 1920x1080 with the "Ultra" preset.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
The relentless melee combat and heavy armament define the core experience of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, drawing players into brutal battles. Since launch, 86 % of the 492 post‑release reviews are positive, contributing to an overall 84 % positive rating on Steam.
What it's about: Devenez un Space Marine, véritable incarnation de puissance surhumaine. Massacrez les nuées tyranides grâce à vos talents mortels et à votre armement. Défendez l’Imperium seul ou à plusieurs au cœur de combats spectaculaires à la troisième personne.
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 104 | 86 | 7 | 11 |
| Story / writing | 37 | 29 | 4 | 4 |
| Multiplayer | 33 | 21 | 4 | 8 |
| Content / longevity | 26 | 15 | 3 | 8 |
| Graphics / art | 21 | 19 | 1 | 1 |
| Stability / bugs | 20 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Performance | 18 | 1 | 0 | 17 |
| Value for money | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
| Audio / music | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Interface / UX | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 42 h on median; those who dislike it: 42 h.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 50 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 25,4 % of players.
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Strengths
- Gameplay dominates the praise with 86 positive mentions out of 104, highlighting the game's intense combat and action‑driven design.
- Graphics earn 19 positive mentions out of 21, and audio receives 5 positive mentions out of 5, together creating a highly immersive visual and soundscape.
- The Warhammer setting is a major draw, appearing in 15 frequent keywords and reinforcing the franchise’s appeal.
Weaknesses
- Performance issues generate 17 negative mentions out of 18, indicating frequent framerate drops and stutters.
- Bugs are a notable problem, with 20 negative mentions and no positives, often leading to crashes during play.
- Story receives mixed feedback, with only 29 positive mentions out of 37, suggesting the narrative could be stronger.
Who is it for?
Fans of the Warhammer 40,000 universe and players who enjoy fast‑paced, melee‑focused action will find this title compelling. Those who appreciate deep customization and co‑op modes will also be attracted.
Is Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 worth it in 2026?
Overall yes, the community is won over: 84% of 221,642 Steam reviews are positive (player score 86/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 59,99€.
Verdict
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 delivers a visceral, action‑packed experience that satisfies fans of brutal combat and the Warhammer lore. While technical hiccups detract from the overall enjoyment, the strong gameplay and immersive audiovisual presentation make it a worthwhile play for action‑RPG enthusiasts.
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