A pre-release development build of Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 has been leaked online, creating quite a stir among fans. Although the build is nearly complete and fully playable, it contains missing assets and placeholder elements.
Focus Entertainment, the game’s developer, has issued a statement requesting that players avoid this leaked version to preserve the intended experience of the final release. The game is scheduled for a September 9, 2024 release on PlayStation, Xbox Series S|X, and PC.
The Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Leak Came Out of Nowhere
The leaked build for Space Marine 2 offers some details about the progress of the game’s development. Since it is a leak, it first and foremost is a guarantee that the finished product will be much more polished. Approximately 75GB in size, it is reportedly playable from start to finish with minimal technical issues.
— Focus Entertainment (@Focus_entmt) July 16, 2024
Despite its playability, Focus Entertainment has warned fans about the potential risks, including malware. Additionally, the developer stated that the unfinished build lacks the full experience and content that the final version will provide.
The dev build has attracted considerable attention online, with over 500 downloads recorded and numerous gameplay videos. These videos have been swiftly removed from platforms like YouTube to stop the spread of spoilers.
The origins of the leak remain unclear, with speculation about whether it was an internal or external breach. The leaked build appears to be one of the final versions before the game went gold. The build is reportedly dated June 20 2024 which explains its high level of polish despite its unfinished state.
Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive are taking measures to remove the build from the internet and mitigate the fallout. Fans have come to the developers’ support on social media.
Fans Have Swiftly Come to Support the Developers
On social media platforms like Reddit and X, fans have come in droves to support Focus and Saber. Comments go from calling people who leak spoil “unworthy of the Emperor’s love” to mentioning how much work goes into making a game just “for some jerk to just try to ruin it.”
Many fans have echoed the sentiment of avoiding spoilers and experiencing the game as intended on its official release date.
People who spoil aren’t worthy of the emperor’s love
— DansGaming (@Dansgaming) July 16, 2024
The developers’ plea for patience and support has resonated with the community, reinforcing the anticipation for Space Marine 2‘s launch. It’s possible that this leaked build could potentially have been what was coming out in the game’s recently canceled beta.
Despite this setback, the anticipation for Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 remains high. We can only be patient and wait for what Focus and Saber have made with care, for our enjoyment. Space Marine 2 will hit shelves soon and then we can all come together and serve the Emperor as one.
Their final message is clear: the best way to appreciate and support their work is to experience Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 as intended, upon its official release in September.
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