Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 11.0 Reclamation Update

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has released its 11.0 Reclamation Update on November 25, 2025, bringing a significant amount of new free content to the game. The update introduces a new PvE operation, six hero weapon variants, expanded Stratagems mode, and substantial gameplay improvements across all platforms (PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S).

New Operation: Reclamation

The centerpiece of this update is the Reclamation Operation, a new PvE mission that sends players aboard the derelict void ship Wrath of Espandor to investigate its sudden silence and eliminate any Tyranid infestation . The mission features:

· A massive derelict space vessel environment with multiple interconnected sections

· A challenging Tyranid Prime boss fight (and possibly a second surprise boss)

· Intense ship-clearing gameplay with hordes of Tyranid enemies

· Environmental storytelling revealing the fate of the Wrath of Espandor crew

Expanded Stratagems Mode with New Challenges

The strategic PvE mode has been enhanced with new modifiers that increase difficulty and reward players with additional Accolades currency . These modifiers include:

Players can now tackle these enhanced challenges to earn more rewards while testing their skills against tougher battlefield conditions.

Six New Hero Weapon Variants

Update 11.0 introduces six powerful Hero weapon variants that can be unlocked using Accolades currency earned from completing operations :

· Bolt Sniper Rifle: Long-range precision with armor-piercing capabilities

· Heavy Bolter: High-caliber sustained damage for clearing crowds

· Instigator Bolt Carbine: Versatile mid-range weapon with burst-fire capability

· Heavy Bolt Pistol: Powerful sidearm with increased stopping power

· Power Fist: Massive melee weapon for crushing enemies and vehicles

· Thunder Hammer: Legendary melee weapon with devastating impact

These weapons feature unique designs and enhanced stats compared to their standard counterparts, giving players new ways to customize their Space Marine loadouts.

Eight New Armor Pieces for Free Customization

Players can now redeem Accolades for eight new cosmetic pieces:

· Four unique helmets featuring different Chapter designs

· Four distinctive pauldrons (shoulder guards) with intricate details

These items allow players to further personalize their Space Marines without spending real money, with no restrictions based on which Chapter they play as.

New DLC Options for Season Pass 2 Owners

Players who purchased Season Pass 2 gain immediate access to:

Blood Angels Champion Pack: Features a Sanguinary Guard-inspired armor set, unique jump pack for Assault class, and a special Blood Angels chainsword

Salamanders Cosmetic Pack: Includes two helmets, one backpack, and distinctive pauldrons and liveries for four Salamanders successor Chapters (Dark Krakens, Dragonspears, Covenant of Fire, and Black Vipers)

Both packs are also available for separate purchase for those who don't have the Season Pass.

Major Gameplay Improvements & Balance Changes

Weapon Balance Adjustments

· Bolt Pistol: Base damage increased by 13.5%

· Volkite Pistol: Base damage and explosion damage increased by 10%

· Shotgun and Plasma weapons received minor accuracy improvements

· Reload speeds for several weapons have been optimized

Armor Effects Tweaks

· Retirement Barge: HP debuff reduced from 66% to 50% (less punishing)

· Poorly Fit Suit: Damage penalty reduced by 33%

· Equipment Malfunction: Restricted from appearing on Exfiltration missions

New PvE Item: Sanctified Wrath

This rare drop item makes players immune to knockbacks and provides a slight melee damage boost, perfect for surviving intense Tyranid swarms or boss encounters .

Chaos Class Customization Overhaul

A major quality-of-life change allows players to fully customize Chaos Space Marine armor sets in PvP modes using the same modular system as in Operations . This means:

· Mix and match different armor pieces from various Chaos Legions

· Create unique, personalized Chaos Champions

· No more restrictions on combining different armor sets

· Full freedom to express your Chaos allegiance through appearance

Technical Improvements

· Increased netcode damage cap to accommodate more powerful weapon combinations (developers acknowledge some combinations may be "already insane" but encourage players to "have fun" with them)

· Optimization for better performance in large-scale firefights

· Minor bug fixes and stability improvements

Impact on Gameplay & Community Reception

The Reclamation update has been well-received by the community, with many praising the new PvE content and customization options. However, some players have noted that the Assault class has become extremely powerful in PvP, with reports of one-hit kills using boosted light attacks regardless of weapon equipped . The developers have acknowledged this and are planning follow-up balance adjustments.

How to Access the Update

The Reclamation Update (11.0) is available now as a free download for all Space Marine 2 owners on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. Simply launch the game and let the update install, then jump into the new Reclamation Operation or start earning Accolades to unlock the new weapons and armor.

For players new to the game, this update provides an excellent entry point with fresh content and improved gameplay balance.