Platforms
- PCSep 6, 20117.8playscore7.214 Critics8.98.11K Players
- PlayStation 3Sep 6, 20117.3playscore6.815 Critics8.14.61K Players
- Xbox 360Sep 6, 20117.7playscore7.214 Critics8.414.4K Players
31 critic reviews · 6 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
The game’s gory combat feels much more immersive thanks to the beauty of Swarm Engine and facing Tyranids feels like a unique gaming experience. Yet, the game fails to remain fresh and engaging till the end.
Ali Arkani · Sep 05, 2024 Reviewed on PC, PCRead full reviewFor every moment where a character gets stuck on part of the environment, has an animation that breaks, or just randomly pops into the world, I’m left remembering great boss battles and encounters that made me feel like a badass. It may not be the best or most original action game, but it’s a fine first outing for the franchise, and a rare gem for Warhammer fans
Anthony Gallegos · Dec 08, 2011 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewSpace Marine combines gameplay elements to nail the feel of being a 7 foot armored tool of destruction. The game will simply leave you wanting more in both good and few bad ways,....If you are a fan of Warhammer 40,000, even Ultra-smurf haters, you should pick up Space Marine. Even if you're unfamiliar with the lore, Space Marine can still be a fun romp
Justin Clouse · Sep 19, 2011 Reviewed on PCRead full reviewThe online trouble, coupled with the lack of spice in the campaign, leads to a very average game that drags on for a few hours too long. If you are in the mood for a weekend rental filled with plenty of blood and action that attempts to move you forward at all times, Space Marine will be a good choice, just don’t expect anything more than an average game
Cameron Teague · Sep 15, 2011 Reviewed on PS3Read full reviewBy looking to its own fiction for inspiration, Relic has crafted a fun, exciting shooter that effectively differentiates itself from other games in the genre. Warhammer fans in particular will relish the opportunity to play with the universe’s arsenal, but even non-fans looking for a fun shooter could enjoy Space Marine’s savagery and unique take on the formula
Matt Kessler · Sep 14, 2011 Reviewed on PC, PS3, X360Read full reviewThis game gets better the more you play it. Combat offers a nice mix of melee and long-range gunplay, and the encounters offer a decent challenge. Great gameplay leads to high kill counts, cringe-worthy deaths, and high-pitched excitement that escalates as the game unfolds
Andrew Reiner · Sep 13, 2011 Reviewed on PS3, X360The result is sometimes casually enjoyable, but never vivid, or memorable, or truly involving. “In the grim darkness of the far future there is only war,” states the campaign’s opening blurb. In this case, that just isn’t enough
Edge Staff · Sep 12, 2011 Reviewed on PS3Despite all my gripes about the game’s unoriginality, Space Marine is an undeniably well put together affair. It may hit all the familiar notes we’ve come to expect from this genre, but the gameplay and controls are exceptionally tight and there’s undeniable fun in dropping into a group of Orks with your jet pack and smashing them all with your Thunder Hammer
Michael Grimm · Sep 09, 2011 Reviewed on X360Read full reviewSpace Marine is a tight, well-made package. Playing this game makes you feel like a badass and a finely-honed killing instrument. If you’ve ever waved around an electric saw, cackling with power, this is a game you need to play
Lawrence Sonntag · Sep 09, 2011 Reviewed on PCWith solid graphics, good sound, and just the right gameplay elements, the total package makes for a great gaming experience. The addition of multiplayer is also a plus, although it could have used a few more modes. In the end it is my hope that this game is not overlooked this holiday season as the Space Marine really does stand on its own a solid title that is worth the time to play through.
Kirby Yablonski · Sep 08, 2011 Reviewed on PS3, X360Read full review
Community Reviews
A crunchy, brutal, and visceral romp through the 40K world, with great action and pacing through a delightfully campy story. As a fan of 40K I'm all in, and forgave the gameplay it's few shortcomings to enjoy blasting and stomping through hordes of enemies. In general, this is totally serviceable shooter, and well worth it for the heavy metal blasts of its campaign.
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About the game
Space Marine is a fast-paced third person action-shooter from Relic Games allowing players to don the armor of one of the emperor's chosen in this battle for the very survival of humanity. Players are dropped right into the action as they battle to defend an Imperial Forge World from an invasion by the savage and brutal Orks, using the most devastating weaponry mankind has at its disposal.