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Space Marine 2’s ‘Joining Server’ Bug: Co-Op Chaos Ensues!

Space Marine 2 Server Bug is causing chaos in co-op play. Learn about the issues players face and potential fixes on the horizon.

By David Ware 2 min read

Space Marine 2 Server Bug has become the most dreaded issue for players diving into Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Despite being the most-played Warhammer 40,000 game on Steam with over two million players since launch, this bug has caused significant frustration.

Lack of Private PvE Lobbies

Space Marine 2 launched without private PvE lobbies, forcing players into the game's unpredictable matchmaking. In the three-player co-op Operations mode, solo players can join groups with two others, and full three-player groups usually work well. However, chaos ensues when playing with one friend and needing a random player to fill the group.

Marine Matchmaking Madness

The Random Bot Fiasco

Trying to find another random player often fails, with the Space Marine 2 Server Bug refusing to add a human player. Instead, a random class bot fills the slot. This is problematic in Operations mode on harder difficulties, where having three human players is crucial for success. The game throws challenging enemies at you, leaving no room for poor AI support.

An Awkward Workaround

My friend and I discovered a workaround: one of us would matchmake into a group of randoms and vote to kick a player. Then, we raced to join the spot before another random could fill it. Not the most graceful solution, but it worked in the chaos caused by the Space Marine 2 Server Bug.

The 'Joining Server' Bug's Impact

Losing Progress and Rewards

Even with this method, the Space Marine 2 Server Bug looms over every match. We've experienced crashes while loading back into the Battle Barge hub area, losing all rewards in the process. Operations can take around 45 minutes, and encountering this bug after a long mission is soul-crushing.

Hope on the Horizon

Last week, publisher Focus Entertainment announced that Space Marine 2’s first update would include server improvements and crash fixes. Players hope this will address the Space Marine 2 Server Bug and resolve the matchmaking issues plaguing the game.

Conclusion

The Space Marine 2 Server Bug has turned an otherwise thrilling co-op experience into a test of patience. While the game continues to draw players with its intense action, this bug remains a significant hurdle. Let's hope the upcoming updates bring the stability and fixes the community desperately needs.

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