Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine

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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 708 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 440 out of 708
  2. Mixed: 191 out of 708
  3. Negative: 77 out of 708
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  1. Legitplayer
    Aug 2, 2019
    8
    shooting tons of space orcs is kinda fun for an hour or so I like how orcs got an australian accent makes it kinda entertaining
    but dont expect deep story ,choices or enemy variety.
  2. Reverse_U
    Dec 6, 2019
    4
    A bit below average, but not bad. Not a fan of WH, the game just feels like generic SP shooter with weak storyline and inept multiplayer. 4-4.5/10.
  3. KilledShinigami
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    Space Marine gave us what we wanted to do for a long time - play as an actual space marine and kill thousands of enemies in the name of the emperor. And for some time it works and the gameplay is fun. After a few hours, it begins to feel a bit repetitive as there are just a few types of enemies. The main story is ok but nothing special. Multi-player was just broken (doesn't matter anywaySpace Marine gave us what we wanted to do for a long time - play as an actual space marine and kill thousands of enemies in the name of the emperor. And for some time it works and the gameplay is fun. After a few hours, it begins to feel a bit repetitive as there are just a few types of enemies. The main story is ok but nothing special. Multi-player was just broken (doesn't matter anyway now many years later). Overall a nice game, especially for the Warhammer 40 000 fans.… Expand
  4. Tomicsavo
    Apr 10, 2020
    8
    It got it for free and although I don't like games in this theme, i can say that this game was good, it liked it.
  5. anykey_
    May 20, 2022
    8
    Likes the gameplay, guns and gadgets directly deliver. Graphically, the game didn't hold up so well, but okay. The visual itself is still very caricatured and the atmosphere is a bit off. But, that's how the gameplay is, it's like Gears, but better. Orcs burst like blood bags. 10 out of 10. Well, not exactly 10, 8 out of 10. I'm waiting for the second part.
  6. Firas0002
    Nov 28, 2020
    9
    i really like the gameplay and the weapons the only pain in the a** is that the enemies are orcs make you feel like you're in the hobbit world
  7. Traxillion
    Feb 3, 2021
    7
    This game is the ultimate power fantasy, it's a lot of mindless fun.

    Essentially this game went out with a specific goal to achieve and it did it very well.
  8. Gorbunov2004
    Oct 29, 2021
    9
    Крутая игра очень крутой опыт побыть не командиром который всеми командует а рядовым бойцом на поле боя. Оружия много и причём разного. Вот только добиваний очень мало для такой игры. Расстроила только финальная битва, и конечно Леандр тупая крыса.Крутая игра очень крутой опыт побыть не командиром который всеми командует а рядовым бойцом на поле боя. Оружия много и причём разного. Вот только добиваний очень мало для такой игры. Расстроила только финальная битва, и конечно Леандр тупая крыса.
  9. Ratingss
    May 6, 2022
    5
    Every Warhammer game i have played has the same problem.
    The fans of the franchise always rave about how "grimdark" it is, a universe where humanity has been victim to every kind of horrible atrocity to the point we become overzealous religious crusaders that treat every alien as an enemy on sight, and have used genetic engineering to create huge super humans that are revered and saw as    Every Warhammer game i have played has the same problem.
    The fans of the franchise always rave about how "grimdark" it is, a universe where humanity has been victim to every kind of horrible atrocity to the point we become overzealous religious crusaders that treat every alien as an enemy on sight, and have used genetic engineering to create huge super humans that are revered and saw as demigods angels of death.
    Then you get to the games, and you play as some Gears of War grunt that kills goofy and childish enemies like on some game aimed at 12 years olds that think they are edgy.    … Expand
  10. G0jiman
    Mar 12, 2021
    9
    I would say this is almost the perfect third person action shooter. This game attempts and succeeds at making you feel like a force to be reckoned. The only downside I would say is that the majority of the enemies are orcs which does feel mildly bland but doesn't detract cripplingly from the overall gameplay experience, so I highly recommend this game.
  11. dotrem
    Apr 12, 2022
    5
    Pretty short and easy game. Controls on PC a little bit woody, but honestly there aren't anything what you want to shoot fast or precisely.
    What about the plot? Nah, waht a plot can be in WH:40k KEKW.
    Gameplay is a litterally make a lot smol pew-pews and make a big pew-pew in rage mode after. Graphics look fine even in 2022. It's a best WH:40k game what i played so far, and i guest    Pretty short and easy game. Controls on PC a little bit woody, but honestly there aren't anything what you want to shoot fast or precisely.
    What about the plot? Nah, waht a plot can be in WH:40k KEKW.
    Gameplay is a litterally make a lot smol pew-pews and make a big pew-pew in rage mode after.
    Graphics look fine even in 2022.

    It's a best WH:40k game what i played so far, and i guest it's a best WH40:k game at all. But there are nothing memorable.    … Expand
  12. GalaxyGlyder
    Oct 4, 2021
    6
    This game was fun and had a good atmosphere and world. Shooting mechanics are also pretty fun but get boring a few hours in. My problem with it is that it just wasn't that memorable and I would not go out of my way to recommend this to anyone.
  13. IdleSpace
    Jan 29, 2022
    6
    Наверняка в свое время была неплохой игрой (хотя я её и на выходе дропнул почти в самом начале), сейчас же все это играется слишком устаревше.
  14. denisc205
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Всё потому что это Warhammer Warhammer WarhammerДа здравствует Великий пират
  15. Zeneko90
    Aug 31, 2023
    8
    Top Game. Für die paar Stunden war es völlig ausreichend. Man merkt dem Spiel sein Alter von +10 Jahren an, allerdings macht es immer noch Spaß. Freue mich schon auf Space Marine 2. :)
  16. Nick7000
    May 1, 2023
    7
    Мне показалась малость затянутой и нудной, особенно под конец. В остальном все неплохо.
  17. GusMasteR4
    Dec 22, 2021
    10
    One of the most underrated games of its time, but apparently it got enough love eventually, where our prayers were answered and a sequel is on its way!
  18. kerkdeller
    Jan 21, 2023
    8
    Great example of a game that is fun to play and actually fun to PLAY. A lot of branded games ride on the IP of whatever they're covering, but this game proves itself. It has engaging and evolving mechanics that make you more powerful as you progress making battles that were difficult at the beginning a cakewalk by the end. All of this fits very well into the Warhammer 40k universe. ThisGreat example of a game that is fun to play and actually fun to PLAY. A lot of branded games ride on the IP of whatever they're covering, but this game proves itself. It has engaging and evolving mechanics that make you more powerful as you progress making battles that were difficult at the beginning a cakewalk by the end. All of this fits very well into the Warhammer 40k universe. This style of game isn't for everyone, and the game is certainly showing its age, but I still think it's great.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#91 Best PC Game of 2011
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#32 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#79 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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Metascore
74

Mixed or average reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. PC PowerPlay
    Oct 31, 2011
    70
    The campaign requires an interest in 40K, while the basic multiplayer modes are fun for all. [Dec 2011, p.67]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 30, 2011
    60
    The only thing rising Space Marine from the grey pool of mediocrity is world of Warhammer 40.000 itself. Rich story background deserved more than a linear hack'n'slash game. [Oct 2011]
  3. PC Games (Russia)
    Oct 27, 2011
    75
    A solid debut in action genre for Relic and a must-buy for any Warhammer 40k fan. [Nov. 2011, p.61]
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