Focus Entertainment has officially confirmed that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 3 is in development.  This exciting news follows the remarkable success of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, a direct sequel to the 2011 original by Relic Entertainment. Space Marine 2 quickly became a commercial triumph, setting sales records for Saber Interactive's CEO.

The game's brutal and chaotic gameplay, true to the Warhammer 40K universe, resonated strongly with players. Stepping into the heavily armored boots of a Space Marine, players battled hordes of enemies using an arsenal of futuristic weaponry.  Capitalizing on this momentum, Focus Entertainment has delivered thrilling news for fans eager for more.

A short teaser trailer released on YouTube offers a glimpse of Space Marine Titus, a key figure from the series, amidst a downpour, with the game's title prominently displayed.  While details about gameplay, content, and release date remain tightly under wraps, the announcement has sparked predominantly positive reactions online, with fans expressing hope that the third installment will live up to its predecessor.

Focus Entertainment has emphasized that while Space Marine 3's development is underway, their primary focus remains on supporting Space Marine 2 with new content. A roadmap outlining planned updates for the first half of 2025 was revealed in January.  February's update introduced Datavault expansions, allowing players to tackle Ordeals across various game modes to earn rewards.  This update also included a new PvP map, a new enemy type, an emote system, and various refinements.

A subsequent March 2025 patch addressed perk balancing and rectified several bugs impacting player experience, including an issue affecting the Assault class's Jump Pack ability.  With Space Marine 2 receiving consistent updates and improvements, and boasting a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam, the bar has been set high for Space Marine 3. Players eagerly await further information on what Saber Interactive has planned for the next chapter in the franchise.