Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2is a truly exceptional game that I find myself constantly returning to, despite having beaten the campaign numerous times. However, as much as I enjoy the semi-frequent updates and new Operations, I need a new campaign that continues the adventures of Titus and his new band of Ultramarines. After all, the finale ofSpace Marine 2’sexceptional campaign definitely leaves fans wanting for more.
Fortunately for me, and for the thousands of other40Kfans out there, Saber Interactive confirmedSpace Marine 3is coming. It is finally official, perhaps to the surprise of no one, which means that we’ll be getting more Tyranid slaughtering, gore-filled action, and I’m incredibly excited about that. However,as much asSpace Marine 3is an amazing idea, and I am genuinely keen to play it, I think that we should have gotten a different40Kgamebefore we get to complete Titus' journey.
Space Marine 3 Could Be The Final Game In The Series
It Feels Like The End Of A Trilogy
I think there is a good chance thatWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3will be the final game in this series. That’s not to say thatSpace Marine 3will be the last40Kgame Saber Interactive makes, but rather it will cap off Titus' journey. Saber Interactive hasn’t confirmed either way, butit doesn’t really feel like Titus has several games in him. After all,Space Marine 2’sbiggest flawis that it largely rehashes the narrative from the first game, something that was undoubtedly necessary due to the time between releases, but nevertheless dull for fans.
There’s a good chance that a singular point-of-view could get boring and feel limiting, especially considering how varied the40Kuniverse is.
The officialpress releaseannouncing thatSpace Marine 3is in the works didn’t mention Titus by name, but he’s featured in the game’s current only image, heavily implying that he’ll star once more. Of course, he and his elite squad of Ultramarines can go on a number of missions together that could easily span multiple games, just like how Uriel Ventris got six novels. However,there’s a good chance that a singular point-of-view could get boring and feel limiting, especially considering how varied the40Kuniverse is.
There Should Be A Spin-Off Game Before Space Marine 3
It Could Explore Another Part Of The Universe
IfSpace Marine 3is to be the last game in the series - or even if it isn’t -I strongly feel that a spin-off title would be a far better next game rather than a direct sequel. I’ve spoken numerous times about how the next Saber Interactive40Kgame shouldfocus on a new factionor even a different Chapter within the Adeptus Astartes. This is largely because Saber Interactive is the only developer working on genuinely good40Kgames, with even Fatshark’sDarktidebeing rather disappointing.
What To Expect From Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 In 2025
Space Marine 2 has already provided plenty of post-launch content, with even more planned in the upcoming year for both PvE and PvP gameplay to enjoy.
With no one else stepping up, Saber has basically been left in charge of creating all the good40Kgames, especially ones with a sprawling campaign. As a result,if I’m ever to get an Imperial Guard or Tau single-player narrative-driven campaign, then Saber Interactive needs to make it. There are so many factions thatdeserve theSpace Marinetreatment, and a spin-off would allow for that. It would give Saber an opportunity to explore a different part of the40Kuniverse, perhaps one that hasn’t been as touched upon in video game form.
A Spin-Off Game Could Introduce A New Faction Or Protagonist
They Could Take Over From Titus
The benefit of setting up a new protagonist or faction in a spin-off game would be that Saber Interactive could use it after it has completed Titus' journey. Much like howMarvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Moraleshelped establish him as the series' new protagonist going intoSpider-Man 3,Saber Interactive could set up a new Space Marine or even an Imperial Guardsman as the next characterwho takes over once Titus nobly sacrifices himself or rides off into the sunset on the back of his Assault Bike.
My Biggest Concern Over Space Marine 3 Has Already Been Squashed
Despite Space Marine 3’s announcement being great news for fans of its predecessor, it caused concerns over Space Marine 2’s active development.
I don’t doubt thatSpace Marine 3will deliveron its bold promises and satisfy those invested in Titus' journey, but I do feel it could do with a longer break in between, with a spin-off title allowing players to explore a different part of the40Kuniverse as they wait for Saber to perfect Titus' potentially final entry. I’m extremely grateful that we’re getting more40Kgames, and I’ll happily settle forWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3, but I do think that a spin-off or even DLC would greatly benefit the series in the long run.
