Space Marine 2 Sells 4.5 Million Copies in Just Over a Month
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II has taken the gaming world by storm, selling a whopping 4.5 million copies just over a month after its release. Developed by Saber Interactive and set in the sci-fi universe of Games Workshop, this action-packed game has broken records since its launch on September 9th. It quickly became the most-played Warhammer game ever on Steam, with impressive peaks of simultaneous players. Let's dive into what makes this game so special and what's coming next for its fans.
Record-Breaking Success
Space Marine II's rapid success has been a game-changer for Saber Interactive. Creative director Tim Willits shared that it’s the fastest-selling game he's ever worked on, surpassing even iconic titles like Doom, Quake, and Wolfenstein.
Interestingly, the budget for Space Marine II was less than half of Doom Eternal's, yet it has already proven to be highly profitable. The standard edition is priced at $59.99 on Steam and $69.99 on consoles.
What's Next for Space Marine II?
Fans can look forward to exciting updates and new content. Focus Entertainment has confirmed a roadmap for the game's first year, including:
- Introduction of a new Tyranid enemy, the Hierophant Bio-Titan
- A new weapon, the Neo-Volkite
- The highly anticipated Dark Angels cosmetic pack
Additionally, rumors suggest more cosmetic packs and a new type of enemy from the Thousand Sons are on the horizon.
Recent Updates
The recent 3.0 patch has thrilled fans by making a seemingly minor change to the game's ending, sparking excitement among Warhammer 40,000 enthusiasts.
Season 2 is set to kick off at the end of October, promising more thrilling content for players to enjoy.
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