The launch of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition has been met with heavy criticism, and now developer SneakyBox is offering a lifeline: full refunds for all Steam players, regardless of how long they’ve played.
The decision comes after a wave of negative feedback over the game’s steep $40 price, underwhelming visual upgrades, and ongoing technical issues. The remastered version of the fan-favorite third-person shooter quickly racked up “Mostly Negative” reviews on Steam, with just 29% of users posting positive feedback. The critics weren’t much kinder—according to OpenCritic, only 55% of reviewers recommend the title.
🔁 Steam Refunds Open Until July 10
In a new update posted to Steam, SneakyBox announced that all current owners of Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition are eligible for a full refund until July 10, even if they’ve exceeded the usual playtime limits. This generous refund window is open until the end of the Steam Summer Sale, giving frustrated players a chance to reclaim their purchase.
💬 “We hear your feedback and are offering extended refunds to make things right,” said the developer.
🎮 Bonus Upgrade Discount for Anniversary Edition Owners
Alongside the refund option, SneakyBox also revealed a 50% discount for players who already own Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Anniversary Edition. This offer is designed to ease the upgrade path for long-time fans. If you’ve already bought the Master Crafted Edition at full price and own the Anniversary version, you can:
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Refund the full-price purchase, then
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Re-buy it at 50% off through the newly activated upgrade deal.
📉 Ongoing Backlash May Prompt More Changes
The backlash shows no signs of slowing. Players have criticized the remaster for not doing enough to justify its cost, with many calling it a minimal update wrapped in a premium price tag. Some have also reported performance issues and bugs that weren’t present in the original game.
SneakyBox has yet to confirm if further patches or overhauls are on the way, but the refund move signals an effort to restore trust.
If you’re among those who felt short-changed by Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition, now is the time to act. With full refunds open until July 10, and a discount available for existing Anniversary Edition owners, SneakyBox is trying to course-correct after a turbulent launch.
Keep an eye out for further updates as the studio continues to respond to community feedback.