Unfortunately, we regret to inform those eager to experience the upcoming public beta test for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 that it has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, the highly anticipated sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine, was initially tested by a select group of players who received early access to a beta version sometime before its official launch, which is expected to take place in several months’ time. However, developer Saber Interactive recently issued an update revealing that this beta test will no longer be taking place after all. While this news may be underwhelming for some, I believe it’s essential to prioritize game development to ensure a successful launch.
“In recent weeks, we’ve witnessed unprecedented excitement across the sports world, both online and on-air, as the North American tour has unfolded.” “Our teams at Focus and Saber have been genuinely impressed by your passion, and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed seeing the fan artwork, reactions, and memes that you’ve shared so far.”
The Area Marine 2 team has made significant progress in their preparations. As we approach the September 9 launch date, our focus is exclusively on optimizing, refining, and addressing any outstanding issues to ensure a seamless rollout. This implies we are not planning to run a public online beta test, as it could distract event groups from preparing for the full launch, and our priority is ensuring the absolute best experience at launch. The post acknowledges that this news may be disappointing to some, so as a thank you to those who had expressed interest, anyone registered through the web signup prior to June 28, 2024, midnight Paris Time will receive a limited Bolt Pistol skin reward.
Last month, Saber officially confirmed more details about their upcoming shooter, revealing that the game indeed features online co-op and providing a first glimpse into its three-player co-op mode, Operations. While missing out on the beta may be disappointing, the wait won’t be prolonged, as the game’s release date is set for September 9, available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
