The modding community for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has been making waves since the game's record-breaking release last year, and their latest achievement is nothing short of spectacular. Tom, known as Warhammer Workshop and the mastermind behind the Astartes Overhaul mod, has recently unveiled a groundbreaking 12-player co-op mode. Gameplay footage reveals a thrilling encounter with a Tyranid Trygon Prime, reminiscent of an MMO boss fight, showcasing the potential of this new feature.
Initially, players believed that co-op in **Space Marine 2** was limited to three players, but with the support of developer Saber Interactive, the modding team has pushed the boundaries to accommodate 12 players. Tom expressed his admiration for Saber's support, stating, "Honestly, I’m just kind of in awe of Saber’s support for the modding community. 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."It's important to note that the current 12-player co-op mod is still in its testing phase. While it functions well, it significantly impacts the game's PvE balance, given the increased number of players facing off against the Tyranids and the Thousand Sons. However, with this new feature unlocked, modders are already working on additional content to enhance the experience. Tom shared that the team is developing modes like prop hunt, PvP inside operations, expansive updates for the upcoming official horde mode, and challenging raid-style missions with formidable bosses that demand teamwork and introduce new mechanics.
The Space Marine 2 modding community has grown impressively, with around 20,000 active members on the main Discord server. Tom's enthusiasm reflects the community's sentiment: "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 now available, could this be a hint at what we might see in Space Marine 3? The future looks bright for Space Marine 2, with the eagerly anticipated horde mode on the horizon, a new class in development, and more Operations maps and weapons. Saber Interactive has detailed Patch 8, confirmed some horde mode mechanics, and revealed the setting for the new map.
Space Marine 3 is officially in the works, a testament to the success of its predecessor. The announcement promised "large-scale battles that are even more spectacular," which could suggest an increase in the co-op player count. As we await more details on Space Marine 3, the modding community continues to innovate and enhance the current game, exemplified by this latest 12-player co-op mod.
AnswerSee Results
