Yesterday, Nic took James and I on a tour ofWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s co-op campaign.

It looks like the gargantuanactiongame’s PvPmultiplayerwill be even messier.

it buffs their defences).

A sniper scope view of Space Marines slaughtering each other with swords in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 multiplayer.

You don’t get to play as a Tyranid or other non-human species in PvP.

It doesn’t have a cover system, of course.

Space Marines don’t take cover.

Cover image for YouTube video

Their faith is their shield.

Also they are genetically engineered, century-old giants who wear elephant armour.

One of the classes does get a handheld shield, though.

Look out for our collective thoughts on Space Marine 2 next week.

It’s out 9th September.

If you’re tempted, here are theSpace Marine 2 system requirements.