The modding community for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has been thriving since the game's record-breaking release last year, and their latest achievement is nothing short of remarkable. Tom, known in the modding scene as Warhammer Workshop and the mastermind behind the acclaimed Space Marine 2’s Astartes Overhaul, announced the release of a 12-player co-op mode this week. The gameplay footage showcasing multiple players battling a Tyranid Trygon Prime resembles an exhilarating MMO boss fight, pushing the boundaries of what was thought possible in the game.
Originally, Space Marine 2 was limited to three-player co-op, but with the support of developer Saber Interactive, the modding team has shattered this limit, enabling 12-player co-op. Tom expressed his amazement at Saber’s support for the modding community, stating, “None of us expected 12-player PvE sessions to be possible this soon — but somehow, here we are. Thanks to their generosity and trust, this huge leap forward is finally here, and it completely changes what we can do.”
While the current mod is a test version that successfully runs, it does disrupt the game's PvE balance due to the increased number of players. However, modders are already capitalizing on this new feature by developing additional modes. According to Tom, they are working on prop hunt, PvP within operations, expansive updates for the upcoming official horde mode, and thrilling raid-style missions featuring formidable bosses that require intense teamwork and innovative mechanics.
The Space Marine 2 modding community has expanded significantly, boasting around 20,000 active members in their main Discord server. Tom shared his enthusiasm, saying, “As both a modder and a player, it’s hard not to be excited. Huge credit as always to the Saber team for not just making all this possible, but continuing to drop amazing content of their own too, without any of the usual predatory battle-pass nonsense we take for granted in modern titles.”
With the 12-player co-op mod, fans are buzzing about potential implications for the future of the franchise. Could this be a glimpse into what we might expect from Space Marine 3? The excitement around Space Marine 2 continues to grow with the upcoming horde mode, a new class, and additional Operations maps and weapons. Saber has detailed Patch 8, confirmed some horde mode mechanics, and revealed the setting for the new map.
It's also confirmed that Space Marine 3 is officially in development, spurred by the success of its predecessor. The announcement hinted at "large-scale battles that are even more spectacular," which could suggest an increase in the co-op player count. As we await further details on Space Marine 3, the modding community continues to innovate, keeping the game fresh and engaging with their latest efforts.
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