Why is the Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 load time so long?

Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 taking a long time to load (Image via Focus Entertainment)
Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 taking a long time to load (Image via Focus Entertainment)

Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 taking a long time to load seems to be an issue that a large percentage of players have faced recently. While it might not be the case for the entire player base, quite a few discussions on the Steam community page and Reddit threads highlight this issue which can potentially hinder the overall experience.

A higher loading time for a game could indicate that the title is either quite heavy on the device or there is an issue with either the hardware or the software. However, Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 might also have optimization issues which would require the developers to deploy a fresh update to make the experience smoother.

This article will highlight the possible reasons for Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2’s tedious loading time.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the opinion of the author.


Why is Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 taking a long time to load?

The exact reason behind these long load times hasn't been revealed by the publisher. However, there are a few factors that could be affecting the game’s ability to boot up quickly as it does not seem to be a general issue for the masses. Moreover, the loading times appear to be different for every other player with the only similarity being that the game takes quite a while to start - be it at the beginning, during missions, or even after completing quests.

Waiting in Dropship for a mission to start (Image via Focus Entertainment)
Waiting in Dropship for a mission to start (Image via Focus Entertainment)

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That said, here are a few possible reasons that might be affecting the load times for Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2:

  • The entire game is quite resource heavy which causes the device to take a while to pool in, leading to a delay in running the game. This can place a massive load on hardware. Such a scenario can cause the loading times to shoot through the roof and cause inevitable delays.
  • Players might want to check the installation directory of the game. Installing the game or moving it to an SSD could show huge improvements in loading times. A faster drive helps the system fetch files quicker.
  • There might be an issue with the current driver for your graphics card. It is best to check the official website for the latest version available and install it. These updates are generally released by the manufacturers to bolster their cards for new titles.
  • While it is rare, there might be an issue with your processor. You should check the temperature to ensure that your system is not facing a thermal issue. Such an issue may limit the processing ability of the device and slow down loading times.
  • The game takes a long time to load during the first launch as it builds the shader cache required to run smoothly. However, if you face similar or longer loading times, it might be best to verify the local files through the game client.

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Fighting enemy monsters in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 (Image via Focus Entertainment)
Fighting enemy monsters in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 (Image via Focus Entertainment)

It is important to note that these are possible reasons as the developers are yet to provide any official information regarding this issue. Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 is a massive game and, like all other online multiplayer titles, faces a few obstacles. Since it was released quite recently, the devs might take note of this and deploy a patch to permanently fix the loading time issue.


That is everything you need to know about Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 taking a long time to load. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda for more updates, guides, and news.

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