Warhammer 40,000: Play Space Marine 2's Anniversary Update 2 now!

Taken from the developer's own announcement, quoted rather than summarised. The full post is linked at the foot of this page.

Greetings Space Marines,

The Anniversary Update II comes with a new Siege Mode spin-off, new progression mechanics, weapons, armour pieces, and the first two DLCs for Season Pass 3. Today’s update brings new game modes and progression mechanics, as well as two cosmetic DLCs for Season Pass 3 holders, and more.

Check out our Anniversary Update II Trailer!

Patch 15 in detail:

A new Siege Mode starring Chaos, Crucible challenges & more!

• Chaos Siege Mode: Heretics and traitors of all faiths rejoice! Patch 15’s free update adds a brand new mode letting you play as Chaos Space Marines in PvE games for the very first time. Fight Tyranids, Cadians and loyalist Space Marines alike across two new Siege sectors set on Avarax
• Crucible System: Showcase your skills and devotion to the Imperium by inflicting yourselves with Penances (ie. debuffs and negative modifiers) through the new “Crucible System”. Each successful mission gets you closer to brand new rewards, like a full Lamenters armour set.
• One-Handed Hammer: One of the community’s most-requested weapons is finally here! It is available for the Tactical, Assault, Bulwark and Techmarine classes.
• Heroic Weapons & Armour: Three new variants for the Power Axe, Auto Bolt Rifle and the new One-Handed Hammer are now available in the Armoury, in addition to two new Pauldrons and a new Iron Halo.
• Two cosmetic DLCs: Get the new Season Pass 3 to receive the Space Wolves Champion Pack, adding a Wolf Guard Champion skin for the Bulwark equipped with a Space Wolves shield and a unique One-Handed Hammer. It comes paired with the new Exorcists Cosmetic Pack, which includes 6 inspired by the iconic daemon hunters of the Imperium.

A PACKED YEAR 3️⃣ ROADMAP

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s full Year 3 content roadmap was unveiled just a few days ago with our September Community Update. Take a look at everything we have in store before the game turns 3 years-old!

Heed the call of battle with Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s Anniversary Update II, Join the Space Marine 2 community, share feedback, and get exclusive rewards on our new Focus Together platform.