How to Join the Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2 Public Test Server

Since its launch in September 2024, *Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2* has been bolstered by consistent post-launch support, especially in its online multiplayer modes. If you're eager to get a first look at new content, here's your guide to joining the *Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2* public test server.

How to Join the Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Public Test Server

It's crucial to note that while *Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2* is available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, the public test server is exclusively accessible to PC players. If you're on PC, accessing the public test server is straightforward through Steam.

To join, simply navigate to your Steam library, find *Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2*, and you'll see the public test server listed right below the main game as a separate entry. Remember, you must own *Space Marine 2* on Steam to access this server. Once you've located it, download and install the public test server, which operates independently from the main game with its own set of files.

What Is Included with the Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Public Test Server

The *Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2* public test server introduces new content across both PvE and PvP modes, including new weapons and customization options. The bulk of the updates are in PvE, featuring a new map, relaxed class restrictions on weapons, and tweaks to online gameplay features. Keep in mind that this content is still in development and may undergo significant changes before its official release.

Regarding online gameplay, the test server enhances matchmaking for both PvE and PvP, with a focus on team balancing. The PvE matchmaking aims to prevent multiple players of the same class from being on the same team and includes a prestige leveling system. Meanwhile, the PvP mode offers expanded lobby customization to enrich the online multiplayer experience.

For those with mods installed for *Space Marine 2*, be aware that these will not work on the public test server. Additionally, any content created or customized on the test server using available assets will not transfer to the main game, as the test server is a separate build. There's no official confirmation on whether progression or content from the test server will be transferable to the main game, but it's generally not expected.