15 September 2024

DO NOT BUY Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 - VERY Disappointing...

15 September 2024 · 8:54

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Summary

Daniel finds the graphics initially impressive but criticizes 2D-looking battles and severe performance demands, struggling above 60 FPS on an RTX 4050. He finds combat linear and repetitive: basic melee/ranged spam, frustrating parries, limited early weapons, ammunition-dependent objectives, and repetitive checkpoint fights. He praises Warhammer nostalgia, power-armour atmosphere, and graphics, but sees derivative design and missed RPG/customization opportunities, rating it 6.2/10.

Insight

Nostalgia and presentation cannot overcome shallow mechanics, reinforcing his recurring frustration with repetitive, underwhelming games.