Space Marine 2 is off to a tremendous start.
Luckily, there are some clear entry points into the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
One of the newest isWarhammer 40,000: The Ultimate Guide.
Releasing October 29, the 336-page hardcover tome is the first official Warhammer 40,000 encyclopedia.
you could alsodownload the individual indexes and datasheetsfor each of the playable factions.
These digital books contain army-specific rules for the many factions and sub-factions playable in the tabletop game.
There are alsophysical Codex booksfor each playable army that offer even more lore, rules, and other details.
you’re free to grab it for $40 at Target.
That may sound overwhelming, but we have a few recommendations to get you started.
The series follows Gregor Eisenhorn, a member of the Imperial Inquisition investigating demonic forces threatening the Empire.
Many fans consider the series to be one of the best in the franchise.
Another well-regarded series is theCiaphas Cain saga.
The Ultramarines are also the playable chapter in another recent release,Warhammer 40K Boltgun.
The game also received a DLC expansion chapter,Forges of Corruption, earlier this year.
And thanks to its numerous expansions, you could play as almost every 40K faction.
This turn-based tactics game is the most faithful adaptation of the tabletop game’s rules and gameplay flow.
Unfortunately, that also extends to the way the game offers its content.
The base game only includes the Blood Angels Space Marine faction and the Tyranids as the only playable factions.
Other factions and even additional playable units must be purchased via DLC.
Luckily, the game and its DLC packs often go on sale.
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