Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive have announced a limited-time free demo for their third-person action game, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. The demo is available now for players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, offering a substantial look into the game's various modes.
This promotional event allows players to experience portions of the single-player campaign and multiplayer modes. Any progress made during the demo period, including unlocked rewards and cosmetics, will be carried over if players decide to purchase the full game.
Key Takeaways
- A free demo for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is available for a limited time.
- The demo is accessible on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).
- It includes the first campaign mission, three Operations missions, and most Eternal War modes.
- All player progression and unlocked items will transfer to the full game upon purchase.
- The full game and its DLCs are available at a discount of up to 50% during the event.
Demo Availability and Schedule
The free demo for Space Marine 2 is structured with slightly different end dates depending on the platform. This staggered schedule gives players across all systems a chance to participate in the event.
For console players, the demo is available from October 16 to October 20 on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. PC players have a slightly longer window, with the demo accessible on Steam until October 23. According to the announcement, players can replay the available missions as many times as they wish during this period.
Background on Space Marine 2
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is the sequel to the 2011 cult classic. Developed by Saber Interactive, the game continues the story of Captain Titus of the Ultramarines as he battles hordes of Tyranids. The game was launched to coincide with its first anniversary, which also saw a significant update adding new content.
What's Included in the Free Demo
The demo provides a comprehensive sample of the game's three primary modes, allowing new players to experience the core gameplay loop of both solo and cooperative play. The developers have included content from the campaign, co-op, and competitive multiplayer.
Campaign and Operations
Players will have access to the introductory sequence and the first full mission of the main story campaign. This section introduces the game's narrative and core combat mechanics.
For those interested in cooperative play, the demo features three distinct Operations missions:
- Inferno
- Decapitation
- Vox Liberatis
These missions are designed for team-based objectives and showcase the game's cooperative multiplayer experience.
Eternal War Multiplayer
The demo also includes access to the game's competitive multiplayer suite, known as Eternal War. Players can participate in all available Eternal War modes with one exception: the recently added Helbrute Onslaught mode is not part of the demo package. All other player-versus-player modes are fully accessible.
Progression Carries Over
A key feature of this demo is that all progression is retained. Any levels, skills, cosmetic items, and other rewards unlocked while playing the free version will automatically transfer to the player's account if they purchase any edition of the full game.
Game Discounts and Special Promotions
Coinciding with the free demo period, Focus Entertainment has implemented a significant sale on the game and its associated content. This promotion is designed to encourage demo players to upgrade to the full experience.
Up to 50% Off
During the event, all editions of Space Marine 2, along with its various DLC packs and Season Passes, are available at a discount of up to 50%. This sale applies to all platforms where the demo is available. The discount allows players to access the full game, which includes more than a dozen additional missions and a large catalog of cosmetic items.
Exclusive Discord Quest Reward
A special cross-promotional event is also active for the duration of the demo. Players who link their Discord, PROS, and Steam accounts can participate in a time-limited Discord Quest.
"For the time the demo is live, make sure to link your Discord, PROS and Steam accounts together to take part in the time-limited Discord Quest and earn yourself the exclusive Bolt Rifle skin from the Porphyr Shield set!"
Successfully completing this quest rewards players with an exclusive cosmetic item: the Porphyr Shield Bolt Rifle skin. This provides an extra incentive for players to engage with the game's community platforms while trying out the demo.
Focus Entertainment encourages players to join the official Discord server to connect with the community and provide feedback on their gameplay experience through the official forums.