Best Sniper build in Space Marine 2: Weapons, perks & how to play
Sometimes you don’t want to tackleTyranids and other enemiesface to face in Space Marine 2. In those cases, it’s best to take them down from afar. This is where the deadly and stealthy Sniper class comes in.
Sure, when you think of Space Marine, you’ll likelypicture the Tactical classor a beefy armored-up tank of a soldier who’s wielding a Chainsword and is eager to place themselves right in the middle of a horde. However, sometimes that’s just not the playstyle you’re looking for, and luckily Space Marine 2 has made sure no one misses out.
So, if you’re looking to craft the deadliest Sniper inSpace Marine 2, we’ve got a rundown of the best build right here.
How to play a Sniper
As a Sniper you act as thedeadly damage shooter from afar, staying hidden in the shadows while picking off enemies with brutal headshots. As such, staying back is key, and a good aim is even more important.
As for your Skill,Camo Cloak is pivotal in every game mode. That ability to make yourself invisible is second to none and lets you get into position perfectly.Enable this, get into position, and take your time, your skill takes a while to run out, so there’s no rush to get that perfect shot off.
Boss fights are a little trickier, since it’s a smaller space, you may struggle to avoid being a target. However,keep using that skill to line up your shots, and don’t be afraid to stay back and let the other players take some hits.If all else fails, your secondary is your ideal savior.
When it comes to PvP, stealth is no longer optional.Players will pick you off as quickly as they can due to your damage output, so stay out of sight, far away, and make sure you’re aim is true.
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Best build for Sniper
Space Marine 2 best Sniper weapons explained
Primary weapon – Bolt Sniper Rifle
The Sniper Rifle is your primary weapon, and should really be the only way you take down enemies unless you get stuck in a horde. You’ll need to choose perks that’ll make using the weapon easier. As such, we’ve opted forReloaded RestorationandIncreased Capacityto help combat the smaller Ammo Reserve from the Bolt Sniper Rifle.
The likes ofLong Shot, Head Hunter, Survival Instinct, Great Might, and Chaos Eliminatorare also perfect, as they’ll increase the overall power of your character, which is perfect in tougher missions. Lastly, chooseReloading ImmunityandFast Regenerationfor a little more survivability.
When you get to a high enough level, we recommend picking up theOphelian LiberationBeta. Its Firepower and Accuracy are well worth the investment.
Secondary weapon – Bolt Pistol
If you have to pull out the Bolt Pistol it’s likely because you’re either swarmed or have run out of ammo. In this case, you want to be picking perks that help keep you alive and killing in that position.
As such, we’ve chosenGreat Might, Head Hunter, Elite Hunter, and Retaliation, to help you deal a little more damage when you really need it.
The likes ofHoned Precisionwill work perfectly when you’re swarmed and have no time to aim. ThenGun Strike Reloadwill help you keep a little more ammunition in your pocket, allowing you to stop worrying about reloading and start worrying about the Chaos Marine staring you down.
When you get to a high enough level, theGathalamor Crusade Bolt Pistolis the best weapon to pick. It’s deadly, easy to use, and will definitely save your life multiple times.
Melee weapon – Combat Knife
Similar to the Bolt Pistol, you’ll likely only need the Combat Knife if things are getting dire. As such, it’s important to choose perks that’ll help you take down both a tough enemy and a horde when you really need it.
Perpetual Strength, Tyranid Slayer, Extremis Slayer, and Kill Streakare perfect for this as they all work to increase your damage and allow for some great combos against hordes, which will likely be why you’re using the weapon.
We also recommend choosingArmored StrengthandShadow Stab. Armored Strength will work perfectly with your skill and allow you to perform some powerful damage to an unsuspecting enemy. If you run out of ammo, then activate your skill, ensure you have full armor, and unleash devastation on the enemy. Or, go invisible, head over to an enemy, and hold your attack button to deal tons of damage through Shadow Stab.
Best grenades for Sniper – Shock grenade
It’s worth noting this is primarily for the 6v6 PvP mode – you can’t choose your grenade in Operations.
The Sniper class is all about staying back and damaging from afar, so you’ll need to choose a grenade that works with that, otherwise known asthe Shock grenade.
This powerful tool willdeal continuous damage within a wide blast areaand has quite a range on it when thrown. Sure, in PvP the enemy will move a lot, but your biggest ally is your stealth, if they don’t know where the damage is coming from, then it’s likely they’ll spend some time frozen in place.
As you get to a higher Veterancy, you’re able to always choose the Melta grenade for that extra damage, but for ease of use and early access, the Shock is your best bet.
Best perks for PvE Operations
While PvP players get to pick their grenades,Operations get character perks, which power up your Space Marine. Thankfully, you can grab quite a few — and we suggest prioritizing the following ones for the Sniper class:
Headshots will be your best friend as a Sniper, so it’s vital you make the most out of the skill through your perks. This is why choosingSquad Renewal and Renewalare so beneficial, especially considering they work perfectly with your Camo Cloak skill.
On the topic of your skill, selectingTargeted Shotis a fantastic option. It works off the back of Renewal, where you hit a headshot, recharge your Camo Cloak, then activate it and deal 75% more Damage to an enemy. Once Targeted Shot deactivates,Persistencewill trigger, giving you a bit more protection. Combine this withVantage Pointand you’re wiping out enemies with ease.
To improve headshot accuracy,Iron Gripis an ideal perk. Then, just in case you get into a sticky situation, we’ve chosenMelee MasteryandEmergency Override, to keep you alive until you can get out of the horde.
So, that’s how to build the best Sniper in Space Marine 2. Naturally, the build can be adapted if your playstyle doesn’t match this, but this is ideal for PvE and PvP. If the Sniper isn’t for you, check out our guides for If the Bulwark isn’t for you, check out our guides forAssault,Vanguard,Heavy,Tactical, andBulwark.
