Surprise Master Crafted Edition of Space Marine Hits PC, Xbox

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine is receiving a Master Crafted Edition, set to release on June 10 for PC and Xbox Series X|S, making it available through Game Pass. This version skips PlayStation 5, as its publisher, Sega, has not announced a release for that platform. The Master Crafted Edition is marketed as the definitive edition of the original 2011 game, featuring a range of technical upgrades such as 4K resolution, a revamped user interface, modernized controls, enhanced character models, and remastered audio with over 100 new voice lines for the Orks. Developers SneakyBox aim to preserve the essence of the original while making it appealing to a modern audience, allowing players to engage in intense multiplayer battles and customize their Space Marine with various weapons and skills. The game's upgraded graphics and new lore-appropriate Ork character models enhance the immersive experience.

Players can expect notable enhancements including 4K resolution, improved textures, a graphics engine overhaul, a new user interface, remastered audio with additional voice lines, and smoother gameplay due to a system upgrade from 32-bit to 64-bit.

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine is a third-person shooter set in the dystopian Warhammer 40,000 universe, where players take on the role of Captain Titus and battle against Ork hordes. The original game released in 2011 was well-received, leading to a sequel, Space Marine 2, which has generated buzz with its upcoming features. This Master Crafted Edition aims to bridge the nostalgia of past gamers with modern gameplay standards.