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The latest patch forWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2has gotten a sharp response from the game’s fanbase. As with many multiplayer titles, changes to game balance inevitably lead to disagreements, and this update is the latest example.
The game’s latest patch had some balance tweaks, including a 70% damage reduction for the Melta Gun and changes to the difficulty of operations. While the majority of the community has reacted negatively to the changes, some players are saying that everyone complaining is overreacting. So which one is true?
Space Marine 2Players Are Erring On The Side Of Caution
The main problem that players have is that the patch madeSpace Marine 2more difficult for no reason. This is alongside the change to the Melta Gun which had a massive 70% damage reduction. For many players who are fans of this genre, a nerf like this is alarmingly similar toHelldivers 2‘s problems.
But the other side of players believes this new difficulty level is meant to be challenging. As one fan commented on Reddit, “Lethal is painful because it’s SUPPOSED to be painful,” defending the idea that not every mode needs to be accessible to casual players.
Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Free Update Looks Suspiciously Similar to Helldivers 2
The defending players pointed out that while there are noticeable changes, such as reduced armor and tighter parry windows. But the changes haven’t fundamentally broken the game. But to be fair,people who are critical of the patcharen’t really overreacting.
Bruh Space Marine 2 literally dropped an actual content patch and its literally filled with nerfs. What the actual fuck?I’m literally getting Pre-60 Day Operation Helldivers 2 whiplash
There is just a growing fear that these changes could lead the game down a problematic path. The fear is not thatSpace Marine 2will die or lose players, but rather that it could suffer from balance issues similar to how Arrowhead’s multiple nerfs affectedHelldivers 2.
According to players, you buff the weak things, not nerf the strong ones. By making popular playstyles worse, you’re just brewing hate. But if you buffed weaker playstyles then that will encourage players to try more variety while playing.
Saber Interactive Is Ready To Listen To Players
But all is not over yet. The developers at Saber Interactive have been monitoring the feedback closely. Alongside the patch notes, they reassured the community that these changes are not final and that adjustments will be made based on player input.
4.5 million players on#SpaceMarine2… Thank you 🥹We want to thank every single Space Marine who has joined the fight a month ago!Brace yourselves, it’s only the beginning ⚔️pic.twitter.com/RALEYprWzC
The devs acknowledged that the patch has made operations mode harder but explained that this was part of their long-term plan to keep the game challenging. While some fans have taken to review-bombing the game in protest,the game continues strong. Even reaching 4.5 million players just recently.
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Despite the backlash, fans with a more positive outlook are urging the community to remain constructive in their feedback rather than resort to review bombing the game. We can only hope that the nerfs are part of something bigger.
Saber may just be looking to balance and keep the game challenging without turning it into a repetitive grind. The critics have been kind though. No one is claiming that this single patch has “killed” the game.
Do you agree? WillSpace Marine 2eventually end up likeHelldivers 2? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Daniel Royte
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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 may 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.
