The first public test server for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is now live, offering fans an early glimpse into the much-anticipated Update 7.0 and its associated patch notes. According to a community post from publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Saber Interactive, the preliminary patch notes for the PTS version include "most" of the features expected in the 7.0 update. However, they caution that the final patch notes might differ as the development team continues to work on bug fixes.
PC players of Space Marine 2 who have access to the PTS can explore a wealth of new content not yet available on consoles. Update 7.0 introduces a new PvE mission called Exfiltration, a new secondary weapon—the Inferno Pistol—available to the Vanguard, Sniper, and Heavy classes, prestige ranks in PvE, and private PvP lobbies. For those keen on customization, the update adds new colors such as Volupus Pink and Thousand Sons Blue, along with options for Bulwark cloth and hands recoloring. Additionally, PvP rewards have been increased by 50%, and new champion skins for the Tactical and Vanguard classes—Imperial Fists and Space Wolves, respectively—are now available.
Significant balance changes also accompany the update, with an expanded weapon arsenal in PvE allowing all classes to choose from a broader range of weapons. Notably, the Assault class can now use the Power Sword without mods. Players are encouraged to review the detailed patch notes to understand the full scope of weapon tweaks.
One notable improvement addresses a long-standing issue in the Inferno Operation. Now, if a player reaches the assembly area in the final stage of the level, other players will be automatically teleported there after a brief notification period, solving the griefing problem that has plagued the game since launch.
Here’s a summary of the key points from the Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Update 7.0 PTS Patch Notes:
New Features:
- New PvE mission: Exfiltration
- New Secondary Weapon (PvP & PvE): Inferno Pistol for the Vanguard, Sniper, and Heavy classes
- Prestige ranks in PvE
- PvP Private lobbies
- Customization:
- New Colors (Volupus Pink and Thousand Sons Blue)
- Bulwark Cloth Recoloring
- Hands Recoloring
- Rewards increased by 50% in PvP
Balancing:
- Extended Weapon arsenal in PvE: All classes now have a larger weapon choice
- Heavy Bolt Rifle: Reworked versions with updated stats and added scopes
- Added maximum caps to restore fade HP and health per action for specific weapons
Weapon Perks Update:
- Numerous perks have been reworked or replaced across various weapons, enhancing gameplay mechanics and player strategies.
Operations:
- Obelisk: New voiceovers added for clearer objectives
- Inferno: New teleportation feature to prevent griefing
Bug Fixes:
- Fixed various issues related to weapon stats, perk stacking, and gameplay mechanics
This update promises to enrich the Space Marine 2 experience, offering new challenges and customization options for players eager to dive into the grim darkness of the far future.
