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Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2is a week from release and boy, is the hype high. After more than a decade, fans will finally continue the story of the first game and fill the shoes of Captain Titus once again. The game launches on September 9 and is poised to be another hit for 2024’s games.
And in a fan-favorite move, the game’s developers Saber Interactive have confirmed that it will not have Denuvo or any Digital Rights Management (DRM) software at launch. With the industry increasingly reliant on DRM to prevent piracy, this decision has been welcomed by fans.
Space Marine 2 Gets Yet Another W Before Its Release
Saber Interactive recently released anFAQforSpace Marine 2, and among the questions asked, was one about whether the game would include Denuvo or any kind of DRM software. Saber’s response was a curt “No.”
This one-word reply has gotten fans celebrating as the devs’ commitment to player experience is highlighted by it. While DRM in theory may seem good or necessary, it has been widely criticized.
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Software like this has developed a reputation for causing performance issues, including reduced frame rates and increased load times. Considering the already demanding nature of AAA games, no gamer wants their FPS to be affected by software attached to the game.
This move by Saber Interactive stands out in an industry where the inclusion of DRM is often seen as a necessary evil. Titles likeCivilization 7andTekken 8have chosen to include Denuvo while others, like Space Marine 2, don’t.
If that isn’t evidence, some fans have even gone as far as to say that they’ll buy the game just because the game doesn’t have Denuvo.
A number of players responded to the update, and were seemingly delighted by it.
Saber Interactive Have Cooked And Are Poised To Deliver a Good Game
While this move has gotten lots of positive attention, it’s not the only aspect of the game that has players talking.Saber Interactivehas also confirmed that all microtransactions within the game will be purely cosmetic, with no in-game cash shop or pay-to-win elements.
Pretty psyched by the incredible reception of the SM2 news from yesterday!Just wanted to clarify:– There isn’t any micro transactions in#SpaceMarine2. No in-game cash shop.– All gameplay content and features will be free to all players. Paid DLCs will be cosmetic only.
Saber also recently released a roadmapfor the game and what the months after its launch would bring. These updates will go well into 2025 and introduce new modes, both PvP and PvE, and offer further customization options for players.
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With the assurance that all gameplay content will be accessible to everyone, Saber Interactive is setting the stage for success. And whether it was intentional or not, its defiance of corporate pressure to include DRM inSpace Marine 2has won over the community.
As we wait for the final days to pass till the release date of 9th September, Saber Interactive seems to have done all it can for the game’s success. All that’s left is to actually play the game.
Are you excited to jump back into some Warhammer action? Let us know in the comments!
Daniel Royte
Gaming Writer
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. You can also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
