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Saber Interactive had to decide whether or not to bring back Captain Titus inWarhammer 40k: Space Marine 2. Creative Director Oliver Hollis-Leick recognized that fans were deeply invested in Titus’s story, which had been left unresolved in the first game.
Abandoning his character would have disappointed many players who were eager to see the continuation of his journey. Luckily, we are indeed going to see Captain Titus return.Space Marine 2is coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S on 20 June 2025.
Captain Titus Had to Return in Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2
The decision to bring back Titus wasn’t just about fan service; it was also about completing something that was left unfinished. As Saber Interactive’s Oliver Hollis-Leick said in an interview withGameReactor,
And I think if we’d have just gone away from that, a lot of people would have been unhappy, but we’d have left something unfinished.
He noted that the team meticulously researched and considered fan feedback, which overwhelmingly supported the continuation of Titus’s story.
And so, just as we were beginning, and we were looking online and researching the first game, there was a lot of desire from the fans to know what happened.
The team did proper research to not just stay true toWarhammerlore, but improve upon it. They even madesome changes to the originalthat will bring the world closer to the lore.
What drew you back to Titus? Well, Titus’ story was unfinished. We never learned why he was resistant to the war. We never knew what happened to him afterwards.
The lore betweenSpace Marine1 and 2 is explained in the 498th issue ofWhite Dwarfand it explains why Titus’s return was crucial. After being apprehended and tortured by Inquisitor Thrax, Titus was discovered and freed by the Deathwatch.
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Following a grueling period of interrogation and service, Titus was rescued by his Ultramarine comrades and underwent the Rubicon Primaris surgery, transforming him into a Primaris Marine.
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Space Marine 2introduces new multiplayer dimensions while retaining the core elements beloved by fans. The game includes a co-op campaign where players can team up as Titus and other Space Marines, engaging in missions that blend story-driven content with more open, objective-based gameplay.
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Collaborating with Games Workshop andSpace Marine creator Jez Goodwin, Saber Interactive made sure that the armor, movement, and combat mechanics were as close as possible in accuracy to the lore.
By balancing the lore with gameplay, the developers aim to attract both hardcore fans and newcomers. This approach ensures that the game is not just a sequel but a continuation of the adventure.
The return of Captain Titus is without a doubt one of the many reasons fans are excited forSpace Marine 2. Would you have picked up a pitchfork if Titus wasn’t brought back? Let us know in the comments below.
Daniel Royte
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. you’re able to also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
