"Space Marine 2 Modders Develop 12-Player Co-Op, Plan Raid Missions"

Since its record-breaking release last year, the modding community for *Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2* has been thriving, and their latest achievement is nothing short of groundbreaking. Tom, known in the modding world as Warhammer Workshop and the mastermind behind the acclaimed Space Marine 2’s Astartes Overhaul, has unveiled a monumental update: 12-player co-op. The released gameplay footage showcases multiple players engaging in an epic battle against a Tyranid Trygon Prime, resembling an MMO boss fight.

This breakthrough was unexpected, as the base game only supports up to three-player co-op. However, with the support of developer Saber Interactive, the modding team has not only surpassed this limit but also aims to elevate *Space Marine 2* to new heights. "Honestly, I’m just kind of in awe of Saber’s support for the modding community," Tom shared with IGN. "None of us expected 12-player PvE sessions to be possible this soon — but somehow, here we are. Thanks to their generosity and trust, this huge leap forward is finally here, and it completely changes what we can do."

It's important to note that the current mod is still in the testing phase, yet it impressively handles the increased player count. The addition of 12 players naturally disrupts the game's PvE balance, given the encounters were designed for fewer players. However, this hasn't deterred the modders. Tom revealed to IGN that the team is developing additional modes to capitalize on this expansion, including prop hunt, PvP within operations, massive updates for the upcoming official horde mode, and thrilling raid-style missions featuring formidable bosses and innovative mechanics.

The *Space Marine 2* modding community has flourished, boasting a robust community of over 20,000 members on the main Discord server. "As both a modder and a player, it’s hard not to be excited," Tom enthused. "Huge credit as always to the Saber team for not just making all this possible, but continuing to drop amazing content of their own too, without any of the usual predatory battle-pass nonsense we take for granted in modern titles."

With the 12-player co-op mod now in play, it raises intriguing questions about what might be in store for *Space Marine 3*. The excitement around *Space Marine 2* continues to build with the impending release of horde mode, the development of a new class, and the promise of more Operations maps and weapons. Saber recently provided details on Patch 8, confirmed some horde mode mechanics, and introduced the setting for the new map.

Moreover, *Space Marine 3* is officially in development, a move that comes as no surprise given the success of its predecessor. The announcement of *Space Marine 3* promises "large-scale battles that are even more spectacular," which hints at the possibility of increasing the co-op player count. As we await further details, the modding community remains active, continuously enhancing the game and keeping the experience fresh and exciting, as demonstrated by this latest 12-player co-op mod.