The PvP multiplayer inWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2allows players to charge into combat as either a Space Marine or a Chaos Marine in the Eternal War with a number of different combat modes. There’s an impressive number of character customization options in the PvP mode for theSpace Marine classes. This excitement does not stretch to the opposing faction, with theChaos Marines severely lacking in the personalization department.
A vast customization option for a PvP character may not have been what players thought they needed in a Space Marine game, but now they have tasted a slice of it, it can be even more disappointing to be unable to design their own Chaos Marine. What is even worse is the fact they ar randomized into a team upon starting a PvP match,sometimesrestricting players from even using their customized Space Marines, instead being forced to fight with a far less inspirational Chaos Marine.
The Player Can Create Their Perfect Space Marine
The Customization Options Are Almost Endless
The PvP customization options for the Space Marine faction are so abundant,players are spoiled for choice in how their perfectly personalized Space Marine can look. From the armor style, to the color of each individual section of the armor, to the heraldry and decal, to even the marine’s weaponry, players are gifted the option to build a lore accurate marine or a completely eccentric creation. It allows the player a form of individualistic expression when fighting alongside their fellow Space Marines against the agents of Chaos, with a different kind of immersion fromSpace Marine 2’s story missions.
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Character customization is an underrated aspect in a third-person action shooter. Where a player would expect a role-playing game such asBaldur’s Gate 3orCyberpunk 2077to give countless characterization options for the RPG experience, it is a breath of fresh air to see such consideration given to an action-packed, shooter/hack-and-slash game likeSpace Marine 2. Unfortunately, this consideration only stretches to the Space Marine side, while theChaos Marines were left largely on the shelf.
Chaos Marines Lack Customization Options In Space Marine 2
They Deserve The Same As The Marines
Unlike their Imperium-devout counterparts, the Chaos Marines are restricted to a class-orientated appearance only,offering little more than color alteration. This seems like a missed opportunity to build on the terrifying and gruesome details the Chaos Marines adorn in their amor choices. It makes them feel more like copied and pasted basic troops rather than the personalized masterpiece of a Space Marine the player can construct for their PvP experience. It can be disappointing for the player to miss out using their individual Space Marine, consideringthey will beforced into the armies of Chaos about 50% of the time.
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It is quite possible Saber Interactive is holding back on the Chaos Marine customization for future DLC. With the popularity ofWarhammer 40,000:Space Marine 2, and itsgenerally very positive critical reception, Saber Interactive will almost certainly capitalize on the game’s success and build on aspects that need further exploring. This could include more focus on the Chaos Marines, offering more customization options or perhaps a dedicated story arc. For the moment, players' creative inspiration is saved for the Space Marine Loyalists.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II
The galaxy is once again plunged into chaos as Lieutenant Titus returns to battle the relentless Tyranid swarm. With unmatched power and brutal combat skills, he leads the Ultramarines in a desperate fight for survival against overwhelming odds, showcasing the grim reality of endless war in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
