The introduction of emotes in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2‘s February update brings unprecedented non-verbal communication to the grim darkness of the far future.
The update introduces six distinct emotes for each faction, allowing players to express themselves during battle. With the addition of an emote wheel, you can choose any available emotes by simply clicking B.
Both Imperial and Chaos Marines share three common emotes while maintaining their unique factional identity with three specialized emotes.
Shared Emotes By Imperial and Chaos Marines
Handshake
The “Handshake” emote symbolizes battlefield fellowship and is one of the standout emotes in the update.
When activated, your Space Marine extends their armored hand, initiating a powerful grip.
This Way
The “This Way” emote is a practical purpose in battlefield coordination.
Your Marine raises their left hand, pointing with authority to indicate direction.
Refuse
The subtle yet clear head movement of the “Refuse” emote communicates denial without breaking character.
Imperial Marine Exclusive Emotes
Kneel
Perhaps the most dignified of all emotes, the “Kneel” emote captures the religious devotion central to Imperial Marine culture.
Your character drops to one knee in a fluid motion that somehow manages to look both humble and imposing – no small feat in power armor.
For the Emperor
The “For the Emperor” emote embodies the zealous loyalty of the Imperial Marines.
Your warrior raises their fist skyward before delivering the iconic battle cry “For the Emperor.”
Respect
The chest-pounding “Respect” emote combines military precision with warrior tradition.
Your Marine raises their fist before striking their chest plate, producing a resonant thud that speaks to both honor and brotherhood.
Chaos Marine Exclusive Emotes
Agree
The “Agree” emote for Chaos Marines offers a characteristically direct approach.
A single, decisive nod communicates agreement while maintaining the menacing presence expected of these corrupted warriors.
For the Dark God
Mirroring yet perverting the Imperial battle cry, the “For the Dark God” emote sees your Chaos Marine raise their fist before bellowing their allegiance to darker powers.
The animation carries all the intensity of its Imperial counterpart but with an unmistakably sinister edge.
Victory
The “Victory” emote perfectly summarizes Chaos Marine’s brutality.
Your warrior raises their fist triumphantly while declaring “fatality confirmed,” demonstrating the faction’s focus on combat prowess and killing efficiency.
