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Few franchises in the gaming industry have a pull and loyalty of fans like that of the Warhammer 40k series. With its interesting lore, harsh universe, and dedicated fanbase, the pressure on any new installment in the series is unavoidable.
With the announcement ofWarhammer 40k: Space Marine 2, pressure on the developers is higher than ever. To meet the higher expectations from the beloved Space Marine’s sequel, Saber Interactive Studio extended the game development cycle as well.
The Weight of Expectation onWarhammer 40k: Space Marine 2
The development team knew from the start that they would be under heavy pressure as fans of theWarhammer 40Kfranchise are vocal about their expectations. If the game has any issues or doesn’t give justice to theWarhammer 40ktitle, they will always voice their issues.
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This awareness from the developers was weighing heavily on their minds.Space Marineis one of the most beloved titles in the series and they didn’t want to screw up on its sequel. To mitigate this, the developers even extended the development time.
In aninterview,creative director Oliver Hollis-Leick discussed many details about the game and its development process. When asked about how the legacy ofSpace Marinehas added pressure, he replied with:
The pressure has been non-stop. It’s well known that we delayed the release of our game [to ensure it launches well]. We felt that it was critical to polish it and do as much as we can, under our control, to make it ready to rock from the moment people get their hands on it.
After announcing the delay, Studio was worried that the fans would be very angry with them. But after seeing the reaction of the fans and how they appreciated that they didn’t release the game in a broken state. While the developers are experiencing unexpected delays, fans are excited to see a final quality product, which is set to release on September 9th.
Why the Delay Became Inevitable forWarhammer 40k: Space Marine 2
The decision to delay the development ofWarhammer 40K: Space Marine 2was not just a simple decision but a necessary one to deliver the game every fan wanted. With this extra time, developers now would be able to iron out the kinks and ensure a polished final product.
It is a very difficult challenge to surpass the previous game and also to meet the fan’s expectations. They pursued this goal to make the game better and well-polished. But to meet the expectations, they had to delay the game.
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Despite the pressure of facing fan backlash, the developers remained calm and showed commitment to delivering a game that would do justice to theWarhammer 40Kuniverse. While the developers are having unexpected delays, fans are eagerly waiting to see a high-quality final product.
Shubham Chaurasia
Gaming Writer
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At FandomWire, Shubham has spent over a year diving into the evolving world of live-service, action, and open-world games. Whether it’s the democratic galaxy of Helldivers 2 or finishing enemies in titles like Assassin’s Creed or Ghost of Tsushima, Shubham brings a sharp eye and genuine enthusiasm to everything he writes.When he’s not writing, you’ll probably catch him clutching rounds in Valorant or leaping off virtual cliffs into a pile of enemies for the perfect finisher. Outside of gaming, Shubham recharges by hitting the gym or heading out on long, spontaneous bike rides, always chasing the next open road. No matter the game or the gear, he’s always committed to bringing readers timely, accurate, and engaging updates from across the gaming industry.
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