Warhammer 40000: Space Marine 2 PC Specs & Requirements

March 12, 2024

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is the upcoming third-person shooter hack-n-slash sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine, and is set to be released for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X and Series S on 9th September 2024.

Developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment, the game “promises an immersive and action-packed experience where players go head to head against the Tyranid Swarms in battles of galactic proportions.”

In the game, players can fight through the epic campaign solo or in up to 3-player co-op, “unleashing the Ultramarines’ deadly arsenal to protect Humanity from the untold horrors of the galaxy, including the dark forces of Chaos!”

As with any modern game release, knowing the system requirements necessary to run the game at optimal settings is vital for having an enjoyable gameplay experience. In this article, we’ll explore the PC specs required to run Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, as well as provide recommendations for those looking to upgrade their current setup. 

So, read on to discover what hardware you will need to immerse yourself in this fight to liberate the galaxy.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Minimum Requirements

Currently, Saber Interactive hasn’t revealed the game’s minimum and recommended specifications, and as the first game came out so long ago, basing the sequel’s specs on it would prove useless. But, using games of a similar calibre, we can put together some speculative estimations.

• Processor: Intel Core i3-9100 / AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
• Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 / AMD Radeon R7 370 (2 GB VRAM)
• Storage: Likely 20GB+ available space

Using the minimum specs from another recently released title from Saber Interactive - Expeditions: A MudRunner Game - we can estimate that a similar system will likely be listed.

So with this in mind, getting Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 up and running at 1080p resolution, with most settings on low but hitting a decent 30 FPS, you most likely won’t need an overly powerful PC.

Both the CPU and GPU options are showing their age now so most gaming PCs made within the last 8 years or so should be able to handle getting the game up and running.

Even though we don’t know the official size of the game and therefore it could be relatively small, it’ll always benefit from being installed on a fast drive. With this in mind, consider upgrading your system with an SSD for faster load times, even if it's a smaller one.

If your PC just meets these specifications, however, you will need to be content with the lowest settings. You’ll only be able to play at around 1080p at 30 FPS with pretty much all the settings on low.

Image credit: Focus Entertainment

Warhammer 40000: Space Marine 2  Recommended Requirements

• Processor: Intel Core i7-10700 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
• Memory: 16 GB RAM
• Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT (6 GB VRAM)
• Storage: Likely 20GB+ available space

As with the minimum specs, these are the recommended specs for Expeditions: A MudRunner Game but they should serve as a good baseline to work from.

Systems that fall within these recommended specifications should provide a solid gameplay experience at 1080p, raising framerates from those achieved using the minimum specs to 60FPS whilst also upgrading visual integrity and allowing graphics to be set to high.

These recommended specs are a decent jump from the minimum requirements though, with the suggested components being from much more recent generations. With that, the upgrade in GPU brings new features such as DLSS technology and the option for ray tracing via the Nvidia RTX graphics card.

However, they are still a couple of generations old now and can be hard to get your hands on, so will likely not be the best option for value for money and you should instead look to newer parts.

What do you need to play Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 at higher resolutions?

To enjoy a game like Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 at 1440p and 4K, all while having graphical settings on high, these are the specs we think your system will need to hit at the very minimum.

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7900x or Intel i9 12900
• GPU: AMD RX 6800 XT or Nvidia RTX 3080
• Storage Space: Likely 20GB+ available space
• RAM: 16 GB

Image credit: Focus Entertainment

Conclusion

Even though we don’t yet know the official PC requirements for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, using previous titles from the same developer suggests there will likely be options for all budgets. 

As always, while meeting the minimum requirements will allow you to play the game smoothly, upgrading to a more powerful Chillblast PC will enhance your gaming experience, especially if you aim to play at higher resolutions and settings. 

To explore a wide range of gaming PCs suitable for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and other titles, visit the Chillblast gaming PC selection here. Whether you prefer a budget-friendly option or a high-end gaming powerhouse, you'll find options to suit your gaming needs.