"Space Marine 2 Dev Clarifies: Not Abandoning Game Despite Space Marine 3 Buzz"

The announcement of Space Marine 3's development sent ripples of excitement and concern through the Warhammer 40,000 community, especially given its timing just six months after the release of Space Marine 2. Publisher Focus Entertainment and developer Saber Interactive made this surprising reveal in mid-March, amidst ongoing discussions about the content pipeline for Space Marine 2.

In response to the community's concerns, both companies issued a reassuring blog post. They emphasized their commitment to continue supporting Space Marine 2, dispelling fears that the sequel's development would overshadow the current game. "Mid-March, we announced that Space Marine 3 had begun development and we’re excited to see your enthusiasm, although we hear those of you who fear for Space Marine 2 and its future support," the statement clarified. They assured fans that no development teams were being shifted away from Space Marine 2 and that the game's roadmap, including the upcoming Patch 7 in mid-April, would proceed as planned.

Looking ahead, Space Marine 2 is set to receive exciting new content, including a new class, new PvE operations, and additional melee weapons. The companies hinted at undisclosed surprises, teasing, "Trust us, there are surprises even dataminers haven’t found out about :)." This promise aims to keep the community engaged and excited about the game's future.

Space Marine 3, they stressed, is a project in its infancy, years away from release, and its announcement is merely the beginning of a new journey. The enthusiasm from fans for this new installment has been a significant motivator for the developers. "Many of you were very excited for this project and this makes us incredibly happy and motivated. Thank you for the unwavering support," they expressed.

The blog post highlighted the upcoming additions to Space Marine 2, with the new class sparking much speculation among fans. Many believe it could be the Apothecary, akin to a medic class, though there's hope it might be the Librarian, introducing warp-powered space magic. The new melee weapon also stirred excitement, with fans particularly eager for an axe inspired by Secret Level’s Warhammer 40,000 animated episode, which modders have already brought into the game.

The decision to greenlight Space Marine 3 aligns with the strong performance of Space Marine 2. In an interview with IGN shortly after Space Marine 2's launch, Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer, Tim Willits, hinted at the potential for story DLC and floated ideas for a sequel. "Our game director Dmitry Grigorenko, he has proposed some story ideas that could either be DLC or a sequel," Willits shared, hinting at a continuation that would explore new factions and chapters.

The community's anticipation for both Space Marine 2's future content and the eventual release of Space Marine 3 underscores the enduring popularity and potential of the Warhammer 40,000 series in the gaming world.