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Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2has been very successful since its release, crossing five million players and setting new standards forWarhammervideo games. One of the biggest parts of this success has been Saber Interactive’s commitment to a post-launch roadmap for new content. But fans think one weapon is missing.
One of the episodes of Amazon’sSecret Levelfeatures a Space Marine with a Power Axe, so now the fans also want the Chainaxe inSpace Marine 2. Will Saber let us betray the Emperor and pick up the weapon of the heretics?
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TheWarhammer 40Kcommunity thrives on its love for lore and armory.Space Marine 2’s faithful recreation of its grimdark world has been praised by fans. However, players have noted the absence of several iconic weapons. One of them being the Chainaxe.
The weapon is most popularly used by Khorne-worshipping Chaos Marines. The Chainaxe isn’t just another weapon; it’s a statement. It symbolizes the Chaos Marines’ bloodlust and devotion to Khorne, the Chaos God of War and Slaughter.
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Secret Leveljust came out on Amazon Prime Video and it features an episode dedicated toWarhammer 40K. Fans noticed that one of the Space Marines in the episode was wielding a Power Axe and immediately started to demand that Saber add it toSpace Marine 2. And if Saber doesn’t, players will probably mod it in withhow active the modding community is.
I really hope the full version of Space Marine will let me play as a Khorne Berzerker. Nice. Big. Chainaxe.
While the Power Axe’s elegance and energy-infused blade appeal to purists, the Chainaxe’s raw brutality will be favored by more heretical fans who are interested in Chaos lore. The Power Axe might be a natural fit for the disciplined Ultramarines, but the Chainaxe is a temptation for Chaos. It also fits perfectly withSpace Marine 2’s Eternal War mode.
How Would the Chainaxe Fit the Gameplay?
But what would the Chainaxe mean from a gameplay standpoint? Its slower, heavier strikes could cater to players who favor a high-risk, high-reward combat style. This would be different from faster melee options like the Chainsword. It could also be how Saber introduces more of the Chaos Marines and Chaos in general.
The Chainaxe would also be more than just a new weapon for players to use, it would challenge players on a thematic level. Warhammer’s universe thrives on moral complexity, and allowing players to wield a weapon so deeply tied to Chaos would blur the line between loyalty to the Emperor and becoming a heretic.
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Ultimately, the Chainaxe is a choice. Will players remain loyal to the Emperor and weird the traditional weapons? Or will they embrace Chaos? This dilemma is at the heart ofWarhammer’s enduring appeal, and its inclusion,as part of a DLCor otherwise, could elevateSpace Marine 2from an excellent game to a truly iconic one.
Space Marine 2has achieved remarkable success, and its future is even brighter. The game’s developers have an opportunity to add to the game’s success with updates that the community wants. The Chainaxe’s iconic design and gameplay could bring even more of the40Klore to life in the game.
Which weapons fromWarhammerlore do you want to see inSpace Marine 2? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Daniel Royte
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