Fans of the globally popular tabletop franchise Warhammer have another exciting entry in the series’ long history of video games, with Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 perhaps being the most anticipated game to come out to date. Saber Interactive are looking to improve on the successful original title with a brand new story, some PvP features and a lot of alien slaughter to enjoy.
In the lead-up to the September 9, 2024, release of Space Marine 2, many players will be looking to the game to find out whether they can purchase it ahead of time, as well as what bonuses are available for those who opt to spend a little more on their purchase. For all the information on the Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 editions and pre-order bonuses, this guide has you covered.
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Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Editions, Explained
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 has four different editions that players can purchase the game in, each with more content than the last. From the base game to a fully-packed exclusive bundle for the ultimate Warhammer fans, there is plenty on offer for those heavily anticipating the September release of the game. The following table summarizes the contents of each tier of Space Marine 2.
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Edition |
Price |
Contents |
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Standard |
$59.99/£64.99 |
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Gold |
$89.99/£84.99 |
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Ultra |
$99.99/£89.99 |
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Collectors |
$249.99/£229.99 |
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Standard Edition – $59.99/£64.99
The Standard Edition of Space Marine 2 is just as the name would suggest – it is the most basic form that the title can be purchased in. This will be perfect for players on a budget or those who are not as familiar with Warhammer and want to check out what this action game is all about.
Gold Edition – $89.99/£84.99
The Gold Edition is the first step up from the standard purchase option for Space Marine 2, and will be ideal for players who will be seeking playtime that exceeds simply playing through the game’s main campaign. The Gold Edition contains the following;
- Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 game.
- Season Pass
- Gold Edition Steelbook (for physical copy purchases)
From the game’s release, players who purchase the Gold Edition or above will be granted additional bonuses associated with the Season Pass. Players who own the Season Pass will be awarded new Space Marine Chapter Champions, as well as additional skins to don their weapons and armor in.
Ultra Edition – $99.99/£89.99
The more dedicated fans of Warhammer will likely be eyeing off the Ultra Edition of Space Marine 2, which is a marginal step up from Gold and will offer an additional bonus for those who buy it. This edition of the game will only be available in digital form, and includes;
- Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 game.
- Season Pass
- Gold Edition Steelbook (for physical copy purchases)
- Ultramarine Champion Pack
The Ultra Edition of Space Marine 2 will cater to the big fans of the iconic Warhammer super soldiers, as the Ultramarine Champion Pack will include even more cosmetic additions to the game. With this pack, players will be awarded exclusive skins that can be used on their Power Armor and Heavy Bolter, which is the standard weapon for a Space Marine in the franchise’s lore.
Collector’s Edition – $249.99/£229.99
The Collector’s Edition is the ultimate pack for the long-time, diehard fans of the Warhammer tabletop games and the various forms of content they have produced throughout their history. This edition is a physical one, which makes sense given all the collectibles included in this pack.
For those who purchase the Collector’s Edition of Space Marine 2, which is at a significantly higher price point than the other editions, can anticipate receiving the following;
- Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 game.
- Season Pass
- Ultramarine Champion Pack
- Lieutenant Titus Statue
- Collector’s Edition Steelbook
- Artbook
Given Warhammer first came to fame as a tabletop game where players would purchase, assemble, paint, and battle with miniatures, the Collector’s Edition pays homage to that with a 21 x 17.5cm statue of Space Marine 2′s Lieutenant Titus holding his chainsword with the top half of a Tyranid in his other hand. The statue is made of resin and is hand-painted, with an exchangable head that can bear Titus’ bare face or the iconic helmet of the Space Marines.
In addition to the statue, players will also receive a steelbook with a Space Marine’s helmet on the front and an artbook. The artbook is 172 pages long and will be the ultimate prize for players who want to get a behind the scenes look at the artistic processes that the developers went through in creating this visually impressive title.
At the time of writing this, the Collector’s Edition of
Space Marine 2
has sold out. However, given the popularity of the product, there may be a chance that more copies become available to purchase or win via competitions that Focus Entertainment run. For the best chance of getting one, players should follow the
official X (Twitter) page
to keep up to date on any game-related announcements.
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Pre-Order Bonuses
In addition to the content contained within each edition of Space Marine 2, there are a few other bonuses players can get their hands on if they opt to purchase the product ahead of its release date. For those who pre-order Space Marine 2, they will have access to the following;
- Early access to the game up to four days prior to its release (from September 5, 2024)
- Macragge’s Chosen DLC
While little is known about the contents of the DLC included in pre-orders, it does include some additional cosmetic perks. With your pre-order, you’ll be granted an Ultramarines-inspired skin for your Bolt Rifle, Chainsword, and Crux Terminatus Pauldron in the iconic blue of the Space Marine’s premier chapter.
Early access won’t be available for Standard Edition purchases, so to get the game early you will need to buy the Gold Edition or higher.
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