The highly anticipated Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has made a massive impact upon its official release, breaking records and setting new milestones for the Warhammer video game franchise. The co-op third-person shooter reached an impressive 225,690 concurrent players on Steam, according to SteamDB, surpassing the previous record of 166,754 set by Total War: Warhammer 3. This achievement marks the highest number of simultaneous players across the entire Warhammer series, including its fantasy counterparts.
Space Marine 2’s meteoric rise in popularity is particularly notable given that it hasn’t yet seen a full weekend of playtime by the general public. The game’s peak came just a day after its release, meaning even larger numbers could be on the horizon, especially from September 13-15, when more players are expected to jump into the action. The game was made available early for those who purchased the Gold or Ultra editions, giving them a head start before the official launch. Publisher Focus Entertainment even urged these early players to refrain from spoiling the game’s story for others, reflecting the enthusiasm and early buzz surrounding the title.
Adding to its success, Space Marine 2 has already garnered a player base of over 2 million, across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S platforms. The game supports cross-play for its campaign mode between consoles and PC, allowing players to join forces regardless of their platform. However, competitive PvP gameplay is divided, with PC and console players separated to ensure balanced experiences.
Space Marine 2’s remarkable performance not only cements its place as a standout title in the Warhammer universe but also as one of the most successful launches for the series. As the weekend unfolds and more players join, it’s likely that the game will continue to soar, setting new records and solidifying its place in the multiplayer shooter genre
