Whether you dove in during early access or you’re waiting to begin playing after general release, Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 has a long list of achievements that can be earned. If you’re trying to get 100%, I’ve got you covered. 

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It doesn’t matter which platform you’re playing on; the available achievements remain the same. There are a total of 50 achievements to go after, and some are a whole lot more challenging than others, but here’s how to get them all. 

All achievements in Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2

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Story related achievements

There are 11 achievements that are gained simply through progressing the main story of Space Marine 2, and it’s impossible to miss them.  

AchievementDescriptionThe Die is CastRise as a PrimalUnleash the CannonDestroy the Hive Ship with the power of anti-aircraft batteriesChaos All AlongDiscover the Chaos presence on KadakuTarget AcquiredAscertain the location of Morias LeuzeVital AssetRescue Morias Leuze from the Chaos assaultEnemy RevealedDefeat the Chaos SorcererWhy is it Always You Three?Hear all of the Chaplain’s dialoguesBreak of DawnDiscover the true nature of the Aurora DeviceInto the AbyssWithstand and overcome the Chaos invasionI’ll Be Watching YouDefeat the Lord of Change and face a figure from the past

Gameplay related achievements

These achievements are gained through completing certain objectives while completing the main campaign of Space Marine 2. 

AchievementDescriptionHow to getMy Face is my ShieldHit 10 objects during the sub-orbital dropAt the start of Mission 6: Dawn’s Descent, move into obstacles rather than avoiding themPurge Them AllMark every enemy typeMark each of the 23 different enemy types in the Tyranid and Chaos forcesThe Art of DismembermentPerform 50 unique finishersEach enemy type has a different finisher animation when executed by players, with more unlocking with unique melee weaponsFurious RetributionKill 100 enemies using Righteous FuryRighteous Fury is Titus’ ability, activate it when swarms are nearbyOne Ugly XenosBring down a Lictor before it attacks from an ambushTyranids will often ambus during Tyranid Operations, so make sure to be ready to evadeAn End to HeresyKill a Lesser Sorcerer while he’s reviving a Rubric MarineLesser Sorcerers use a specific charging animation, so kill them during thisKnow No FearBreak a Scarab Occult Terminator’s melee combo attack with two perfect parries in a rowSimply time your blocks with their attack patternsField of BattleKill 100 enemies using environmental hazardsLook out for red or blue barrels and use them to your advantageSilenceKill 5 enemies while they are conducting a call for reinforcementsLarge Tyranids and Chaos enemies will rally a cry, shown by a glowing skull icon by their name. Kill them while this is displayed

Operations related achievements

These achievements are obtained through Space Marine 2’s Operations Mode. 

AchievementDescriptionHow to getCrude But EffectiveDeploy a bomb in the Promethium Well to destroy the Tyranid swarmComplete mission 1: Inferno in Operations ModeSic Semper TyrannisKill the Hive TyrantComplete mission 2: Decapitation in Operations ModeVoice in the DarkEliminate the Daemonhost and restore vox communicationComplete mission 3: Vox Liberatus in Operations ModeDouse the FlamesDestroy the Chaos warp beaconComplete mission 4: Reliquary in Operations ModeResurrectionReanimate the Sword of AtreusComplete mission 5: Fall of Atreus in Operations ModeOutbound PayloadDeliver a Nova Cannon Warhead to the Tyranid positionComplete mission 6: Ballistic Engine in Operations ModeValour CrestComplete any mission in Operations Mode on Ruthless Threat LevelOnce you’ve reached at least level 20 on a class, complete one of the following Operation Missions on Ruthless Threat Level:
– Inferno
– Decapitation 
– Vox Liberatus
– Reliquary 
– Fall of Atreus
– Ballistic EnginePrincipia ImperialisFind 200 Pickups in Operations ModeFound while exploring or by destroying boxesStrategic SpecialityReach the maximum level for one classPlay the same class until you reach level 25Sharpest EdgeReach the maximum level for one melee weaponUse the same melee weapon until it reaches Ruthless, which is achieved at 17,000 XPSharpest SwordReach the maximum level for one ranged weaponUse the same ranged weapon until it reaches Ruthless, which is achieved at 17,000 XPBespokeCustomize a full armor set for one classArmor is unlocked depending on the class being played. After achieving victory in Operations or Eternal War, enter the Battle Barge’s armory to customize armorMaster of ArsenalAs a Tactical, kill 25 enemies with every available primary weaponKill 25 enemies with each of the following weapons:
– Bolt Carbine
– Auto Bolt Rifle
– Bolt Rifle
– Heavy Bolt Rifle
– Stalker Bolt Rifle
– Plasma Incinerator
– Melta RifleDead CenterAs a Sniper, make 250 headshotsUpgrading your Bolt Sniper Rifle to get more ammo can make this easier to achieveImmovable ObjectAs a Heavy, kill 500 enemies while in Heavy StanceHeavy Stance is activated during the Iron Halo abilityThunderous ImpactAs an Assualt, hit 500 enemies total with Ground PoundMost effective when using the Jet Pack with a Thunder Hammer on Tyranid swarmsGuardian’s MightAs a Bulwark, kill 100 enemies with every available melee weaponKill 100 enemies with each of the following weapons:Power SwordPower FistChainswordLightning StrikeAs a Vanguard, perform 100 Gun StrikesGun Strikes are activated when using Grapnel Launcher ability on an enemyUnhand My Brother!Force a Ravener to release a grabbed squad memberAfter a squad member is grabbed by a Tyranid Ravener, concentrate fire on them to force a retreatXenos ExterminatorKill 1,000 Tyranids in Operations ModeBest achieved through the following Operations Mode Missions:
– Inferno
– Decapitation
– Vox Liberatis
– Ballistic EngineThe Thousand Dead SonsKill 1,000 Chaos Servants in Operations ModeBest achieved through the following Operations Mode Missions:
– Vox Liberatis
– Reliquary
– Fall of Atreus

Eternal War related achievements

The following achievements are obtained through the Endless War mode, the multiplayer mode of Space Marine 2.

AchievementDescriptionHow to getGlorious VictoryPlay and win any of the three modes in Eternal WarComplete any of the following Eternal War Modes once:
– Annihilation
– Capture and Control
– Seize GroundTactical GeniusWin a match in Eternal War Mode with every classThere are 6 classes in total, you need to win at least once with each of them. Which Eternal War mode you choose doesn’t matterWar MachinePlay 10 Annihilation matches in Eternal War modeYou don’t need to win these matches to earn this achievementUnwavering FaithPlay 10 Capture and Control matches in Eternal War modeYou don’t need to win these matches to earn this achievementDominatorPlay 10 Seize Ground matches in Eternal War modeYou don’t need to win these matches to earn this achievementMercilessAchieve a streak of 5 kills without dying in Eternal War modeThis is easiest done when hanging back in a safe spot and picking off enemies

Other achievements

These achievements are completed across all of Space Marine 2’s different modes, so you’ll need to vary your gameplay to unlock them.

AchievementDescriptionHow to getA Blight to be PurgedKill 20,000 enemies (all game modes combined)Easiest achieved on levels with Tyranids while playing as a class with a lot of ammunitionStill a True Son of the EmperorKill 41,000 enemies (all game modes combined)Easiest achieved on levels with Tyranids while playing as a class with a lot of ammunitionData MiningCollect all DataslatesThere are 35 Dataslates to be found throughout the main campaign and Operations ModeDefender of HumanityOvercome every challenge and achieve ultimate victoryComplete all other 49 achievements to unlock this one automatically Post Tag: Saber Interactive Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2 Destructoid is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy Join The Conversation