The finalists for the Steam Awards 2025 have been announced, and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II has secured a nomination in the "Labor of Love" category. Saber Interactive is calling on the community to mobilize and cast their votes to secure a victory for the Imperium.
Bringing the Trophy to Holy Terra
The "Labor of Love" award is specifically designed for games that have been out for a while but continue to receive nurturing content updates and support from their developers. Since its release in late 2024, Space Marine II has seen a steady stream of updates, balancing passes, and content expansions that have kept the Tyranid war machine churning.
Saber Interactive framed the nomination with appropriate grimdark flair, explicitly asking players to help "bring the trophy back to Holy Terra." For a game that thrives on the collective effort of its player base—whether holding the line against xenos swarms or engaging in PvP—this nomination validates the developer's commitment to long-term support well past the initial launch window.
Why does the Labor of Love nomination matter?
In the modern gaming landscape, many titles suffer from post-launch abandonment. A nomination in this category signals that the developers haven't just fixed bugs; they have actively expanded the experience based on player feedback. For Space Marine II, this acknowledges the continuous refinement of combat mechanics and the expansion of operations that keep the multiplayer ecosystem healthy.
If you want to see Captain Titus and the Ultramarines take the honors, head over to Steam to cast your vote. The Emperor protects, but he also appreciates a high voter turnout.