Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Public Test Server Launched, Update 7.0 Brings Major Changes

The public test server for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is now live, giving players an early glimpse into the highly anticipated Update 7.0 and its accompanying patch notes. Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive have shared that the preliminary patch notes for the PTS version encompass "most" of the features slated for the 7.0 update, but they caution that the final notes might vary due to ongoing bug fixes.

Exclusively available to PC players, the PTS brings a wealth of new content and features. Update 7.0 introduces an exciting new PvE mission called Exfiltration, along with a powerful new secondary weapon, the Inferno Pistol, available for the Vanguard, Sniper, and Heavy classes. The update also introduces prestige ranks for PvE, private PvP lobbies, and a host of customization options that are sure to delight fans of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. New colors such as Volupus Pink and Thousand Sons Blue, as well as Bulwark cloth and hands recoloring, are now available. Additionally, PvP customization rewards have been increased by 50%. The PTS also features exclusive skins, including an Imperial Fists Champion for the Tactical class and a Space Wolves Champion for the Vanguard class.

Significant balance changes accompany the update, notably an expanded weapon arsenal in PvE, allowing all classes to enjoy a broader selection of weapons. This includes the long-awaited ability for the Assault class to use the Power Sword without mods. Players are encouraged to review the detailed patch notes for a comprehensive understanding of the weapon adjustments.

A welcome gameplay improvement comes in the form of a new feature in the Inferno Operation. Now, if a player reaches the assembly area in the final stage, other players will be automatically teleported there after a short delay (with a notification 1:30 before and teleportation 15 seconds later). This change addresses the persistent issue of griefing where players could block progress by remaining outside the assembly area.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Update 7.0 PTS Patch Notes:

New Features

• New PvE mission: Exfiltration
• New Secondary Weapon (PvP & PvE): Inferno Pistol for the Vanguard, Sniper, and Heavy classes.
• Prestige ranks in PvE.
• PvP Private lobbies.
• Customization:
  • New Colors (Volupus Pink and Thousand Sons Blue)
  • Bulwark Cloth Recoloring
  • Hands Recoloring
  • Rewards increased by 50% in PvP.

Balancing

• Extended Weapon arsenal in PvE: All classes now have a larger weapon choice.

  • Heavy: Heavy Bolt Rifle | Heavy Bolt Pistol
  • Tactical: Combat Knife | Plasma Pistol | Heavy Bolt Pistol
  • Assault: Power Sword | Plasma Pistol
  • Bulwark: Heavy Bolt Pistol
  • Sniper: Heavy Bolt Pistol | Instigator Bolt Carbine
  • Vanguard: Heavy Bolt Pistol | Bolt Carbine

• Heavy Bolt Rifle: Reworked versions include adjustments to magazine capacity, ammo reserve, accuracy, range, and the addition of scopes.

• Weapon Perks Update: Extensive updates and reworks to various weapon perks, including changes to damage, health restoration, and other gameplay mechanics.

Operations

• Obelisk: New voiceovers added to enhance clarity of objectives in the final gameplay sequence.
• Inferno: New teleportation feature to prevent griefing by ensuring all players move to the assembly area in the final stage.

Bug Fixes

• Occulus Bolt Carbine: Fixed incorrect spread on the Master-Crafted - Alpha version.
• Multi-Melta: Corrected rate-of-fire issues across different versions.
• Sniper Class: Fixed stacking issues with "Renewal" and "Squad Renewal" perks.
• Tactical Class: Corrected bonus stack issue with the Radiating Impact perk.
• Heavy Class: Fixed incorrect bonus application to melee Charged attacks.
• Trials: Addressed unintended health regeneration.
• Other: Fixed notification sound for multiple special enemy spawns.

The developers have also addressed recent community feedback, including discussions around a potential Horde mode and dispelling rumors of a live service model amidst backlash against 'FOMO' community events. Earlier announcements provided insights into future content updates, responding to player frustrations over the lack of content.

Players are encouraged to explore the PTS, providing valuable feedback to help refine the game before the full release of Update 7.0.