How to Play Multiplayer Modes

You can play in PvE and PvP multiplayer modes in Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2. See how to play multiplayer and a list of all multiplayer game modes, including Space Marine 2's campaign mode, PvE Operations mode, and PvP Eternal War mode.

How to Play Multiplayer

Interact with the Console at the Battle Barge

	How to Access Multiplayer
1	If it is your first time opening Space Marine 2, complete or skip the intro mission Rain of Terror. You should be in the Battle Barge after the mission. ⓘ You can skip the intro via an option in the pause menu.
2	At the Battle Barge's Landing Bay area, approach and interact with the console overlooking the hanger to bring up the game mode menu. ⓘ If you have just completed the intro mission, there is a nearby console you can access at the command bridge before taking the elevator to the Landing Bay.
3	Select either the Operations PvE mode or the Eternal War PvE mode for multiplayer. Select any of the missions or game modes under that menu to to switch to that multiplayer mode.

Invite Friends With Edit Squad

Up to 2 players can be invited for both Campaign and Operations mode. You can access the Invite Menu via the name list at the top right with Edit Squad. Doing this will bring you to a menu with a 5-digit invite code.

Send the invite code to your friends currently playing the game to invite them to the Squad. Or if you are joining one, input the code under the Join the Squad bar.

All Multiplayer Game Modes for Space Marine 2

There are three distinct game modes in Space Marine 2, all of which allow for multiplayer.

1. Campaign Co-op
2. PvE Operations (3-Player)
3. PvP Eternal War (6v6)

How to Play Campaign Co-op

Campaign is the default mode you start in when playing the game for first time. Game modes can be switched by interacting with the console in the Battle Barge.

Playable Solo or up to 3 Players

The narrative campaign is playable solo or with up to 2 more friends for 3-player co-op. In this mode, you play as Lieutenant Titus and his battle-brothers Chairon and Gadriel, as you immerse yourself in the game's narrative.

Campaign saves and progression persists whether you play solo or co-op. This means that you do not have to worry about retaking missions or checking back for dataslates if you came from a co-op campaign session.

Campaign Walkthrough

How to Play PvE Operations (3-Player)

Operations is accessible by interacting with the console in the Battle Barge, choosing the Operations tab, and selecting Quick Match or a mission.

Playable Up to 3 Players

Operations Mode is a PvE game mode where you can form a team of up to 3 players, each taking 1 of the 6 available classes and play repeatable missions that allow you to upgrade and customize your own character.

You can play Operations solo with bots by setting Private Mode to On at the mission select menu. Alternatively, you can also play solo by setting the game offline (not recommend due to progress and saves being online-dependent).

Co-op Operations Guide

How to Play PvP Eternal War (6v6)

Eternal War is accessible by interacting with the console in the Battle Barge, choosing the Eternal War tab, and then selecting Quick Match or any of the available game modes.

Played in 6v6 Teams

Eternal War is Space Marine 2's competitive PvP mode, where you can engage in team-based 6 vs 6 player combat. In each team, players choose 1 of the 6 available classes, allowing up to 2 of the same class in a team.

Unlike the two other multiplayer modes, Eternal War matchmaking has no crossplay.

All Eternal War Modes

There are three game types under Eternal War, each with different mechanics: Annihilation, Seize Ground, and Capture ＆ Control.

Eternal War PVP Guide

Multiplayer Not Working and Fixes

Multiplayer Issues in Space Marine 2

You may sometimes run into unexpected errors or events while playing Space Marine 2. Look into the guides above in case you run into any of the common issues concerning multiplayer for troubleshooting and possible fixes!

Developers are Currently Fixing Issues

Developers have officially acknowledged common issues surrounding the game and are currently making fixes for them. You can check for updates on any bugs related to Space Marine 2 in the Bugs section of their official forum.

How to Access Sparring Area

Access Lower Area Beside the Thunderhawk

The area can be accessed alone or with squadmates.

To access the Sparring Area, look for a ramp at the back of the Thunderhawk in the Landing Bay (has a yellow sign that says Sector D2) that leads into a corridor to a lower area. Going into the room at the end of the corridor will allow you to use your currenlty equipped loadout.

The Sparring Area was added in the Season One Free Update patch on September 26, 2024. This allows you to go on a temporary fight with your squadmates aboard the Battle Barge to test out weapons in a PvP environment.

Patch Notes and Updates

Lets You Test Weapons in PvP

So far, the Sparring Area only serves to test your currently equipped weapons against another player in a PvP setup. Abilites are not available to use in this area.

There is no time and respawn limit in the Sparring Area, so all members are free to fight each other at their own pace.

Does Space Marine 2 Have Crossplay?

Crossplay is Supported for PvE Only

Space Marine 2 has full crossplay for PvE modes, which means that players from Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S will all be able to play the campaign and Operations mode.

However, due to fairness and balancing aspects, crossplay for PvP has been limited; PC players can only fight against other PC players, and console players can only fight against other console users.

Is Space Marine 2 Crossplay?

Crossplay Can Be Disabled

Crossplay functionality can be temporarily disabled by going to the Settings menu then looking for Crossplay under the Game tab and switching it to Off you wish to play only with people on the same platform.

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