Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment Address Warhammer 40,000 Leak

Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment have issued a statement regarding the leaked build of the upcoming shooter Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, emphasizing that the leaked version is almost a year old and "unfinished." They are urging players to refrain from engaging with it.

The leaked build of Space Marine 2 surfaced online over the weekend, nearly two months before the game’s intended release date. Despite claims that the build was from June 20, 2024, Saber and Focus clarified that it is much older and does not reflect the final state of the game.

Developers' Disappointment

In a tweet, the developers expressed disappointment that some fans may experience Space Marine 2 for the first time through this outdated build, which was originally set for release towards the end of 2023 but was delayed to the second half of 2024 to ensure a high-quality final product.

Focus Entertainment is working to remove videos based on the leaked game, but acknowledges that the leak cannot be fully contained. As a result, they are appealing to the community to respect their hard work and avoid spoilers, with the official release date of Space Marine 2 set for September 9.

Community Reaction

The response from fans on the Warhammer subreddit indicates a general consensus that the leak is detrimental to developers and that most players are more interested in avoiding spoilers than playing an outdated version of the game ahead of schedule.

Despite the setback caused by the leak, Saber and Focus remain committed to delivering a polished gaming experience to their audience, emphasizing the importance of supporting the teams' efforts by experiencing Space Marine 2 as intended at launch.

Update: 16 Jul 2024