Warhammer 40,000: Battle Sister

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Join the fight and experience the ultimate in visceral and immersive futuristic combat. This all-action shooter arms you with a range of super-powerful weapons and abilities with which to crush your foes. Dive into a gripping, action-filled story spanning the galaxy and battle against the hideous forces of Chaos who threaten the future of humanity

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 390 reviews

story36 positive mentions

optimization8 negative mentions

The game captures the Warhammer 40k atmosphere well, making it enjoyable for fans of the franchise.
The gunplay is fun, with a variety of weapons that feel satisfying to use, especially the bolter and chainsword.
The voice acting and sound design contribute positively to the overall experience, enhancing immersion.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including issues with AI pathfinding and invisible walls.
The checkpoint system is frustrating, often placing players far back after deaths, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay.
Melee combat feels clunky and inconsistent, with many swings not registering properly, detracting from the experience.

story
128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in "Warhammer 40,000: Battle Sister" is generally described as engaging and immersive, effectively capturing the essence of the Warhammer 40k universe, though it can be predictable and linear at times. While some players appreciate the intriguing plot and character development, others criticize it for being short and lacking depth, with a few noting technical issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the narrative serves its purpose of driving the action forward, but opinions vary on its execution and impact.
- “The story is immersive and very much in line with Warhammer 40k.”
- “As for the story, the story itself was very well written and enjoyable, easy to follow, interesting enough to pull you into the WH40K universe.”
- “Battle Sister immerses you into the grimdark universe of 40k with some fun gunplay, gorgeous albeit dated-looking art design, and a story that serves to push the action forward.”
- “The story is rather typical of the genre, and generally doesn't matter.”
- “The story itself is very bog-standard 40k storytelling.”
- “The characters and story and acting are bland and often cringy.”
graphics
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the visuals capture the Warhammer 40k aesthetic, they often fall short of modern standards, resembling older titles from the PS3/Xbox 360 era. Some appreciate the gritty atmosphere and detailed weapon models, but others criticize the low resolution, poor optimization, and lack of graphical options, leading to a less immersive experience. Overall, while the graphics may not impress everyone, they are deemed adequate for a VR game, especially for fans of the franchise.
- “Graphically, it captures the grittiness of the universe, as well as the magnificence of the space gothic architecture.”
- “The visuals are great, especially the weapon models, the voice acting is quality, and as in most 40k games these days, they nailed the aesthetic.”
- “Aesthetically, it looks amazing; as a long-time player and reader, things like armor detail look great.”
- “The graphics are bad, the plot is trash, and it's overall a short experience.”
- “Graphics are outdated and blurry with aliasing issues and low-res muddy textures.”
- “The game looks very simplistic, making me assume that this is a Quest 2 game that was ported over to PC and not given any graphical improvements.”
gameplay
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by solid VR mechanics and enjoyable combat, though it often feels basic and lacks depth, with many players noting repetitive level design and a short campaign duration of around 4-7 hours. While the weapon handling and enemy variety provide some fun, issues such as clunky controls, inconsistent mechanics, and numerous bugs detract from the overall experience. Fans of the Warhammer 40K universe may find enjoyment in the game, but it ultimately falls short of delivering a polished and engaging gameplay experience.
- “The level design is great, the enemies are varied and placed with deliberate care to create a fun challenge, and the boss fights have some fun and creative mechanics.”
- “The gameplay was fun; I mean, who doesn't want to wield a blaster and laser sword at the same time?”
- “Not half-life Alyx or anything, but a great VR shooter with solid gameplay, especially if you're a Warhammer 40k fan.”
- “Otherwise, it's just a very basic VR shooter with not much else going for it mechanically.”
- “The mass amount of bugs and mechanical issues were constant.”
- “Gameplay is basic - you collect guns & ammo and shoot stuff.”
optimization
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant frame rate drops and stuttering during intense action, particularly on lower-end hardware. While some users with high-performance setups experience smooth gameplay, others note that the game feels poorly optimized, especially given its origins as a Quest title. Overall, while the graphics and weapon effects are appreciated, the inconsistent performance detracts from the experience for many players.
- “But when I created them, this game gave me what I wanted: an unstoppable optimized bloodbath with easy-to-understand controls in VR set in the Warhammer 40k universe.”
- “Cutscenes are short enough to be fine with, and the game runs smoothly on top settings.”
- “Overall: very fun, easy enough to get immersed in, no performance issues on relatively older hardware (GTX 1080) has a nice old arcade shooter kind of vibe.”
- “This game is very poorly optimized.”
- “Please optimize this game because it looks great if I could actually play it without all of the stuttering when I turn my head.”
- “To begin with, optimization is poor with constant frame rate drops when too much action is on the screen no matter what graphic settings you select.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous reports of glitches, crashes, and buggy controls that hinder gameplay. While some players find it enjoyable despite these issues, many express frustration over unbalanced levels, poor checkpoint systems, and sound problems that disrupt immersion. Overall, the game appears to be unpolished and in need of significant improvements to enhance stability.
- “A little buggy, a little unreliable (I had a couple of crashes), and the checkpoints could be more frequent.”
- “This game is so badly made it's unbelievable. When you put on your HMD and calibrate your size, if your HMD moves a tiny bit away from the position, your character freezes and you are unable to move. It's a disaster.”
- “So far it's very fun but very buggy. I'm about halfway through and have had to reset 2 checkpoints because the AI wouldn't move to the trigger to allow me to progress. Sounds will also overlay, bug out, or outright stop during combat sometimes.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its fitting orchestration and thematic elements, particularly in the context of the Warhammer 40K universe. However, some users noted issues with sound mixing and expressed a desire for a proper original soundtrack (OST) to be available, as they found it difficult to locate the music online. Overall, while the music and sound effects are generally well-received, they are described as average in comparison to other aspects of the game.
- “Really fun overall and nice story, music, voice acting, and graphics.”
- “Great VR game with good music in the WH40K universe.”
- “I really liked the game overall, the sound design, voice acting, and music were all great.”
- “Music and sound effects are alright, but the mixing feels off.”
- “Level design, plot, story, music, animations... all very average.”
- “Sound overall is okay; bolters sound like bolters, albeit a bit muted. The soundtrack so far doesn't feel out of place and fits well for the sisters, but I have yet to listen to them on their own. The loading screen music has been the standout track; it's not the Mechanicus OST, but it's also not bad.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for effectively capturing the iconic vibe of the Warhammer 40k universe, blending familiar elements with unique character to avoid monotony. While the visuals and gameplay may not stand out, the immersive and engaging atmosphere, combined with fun and challenging combat, enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the attention to detail that contributes to a thrilling and authentic environment.
- “For someone who does know and like 40k, I'd call it a must. They nailed the 40k vibe and atmosphere while giving it a bit of character, so it's not totally boring, grey, and depressing.”
- “I really enjoy it for the iconic 40k atmosphere, authentic weapons, and challenging combat.”
- “22 minutes in, as a HP Reverb G2 user, the game works fine. In fact, it's a hell of a trip, and so far I feel I'm getting my money's worth. They did great work on the atmosphere, and I haven't had any invisible wall issues so far in all of chapter 1.”
- “The story is decent, and the atmosphere feels like being in a 40k Space Marine, albeit with obvious differences.”
- “For someone who does know and like 40k, I'd call it a must; they nailed the 40k vibe and atmosphere while giving it a bit of character, so it's not totally boring, grey, and depressing.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by witty dialogue and references that resonate with fans of the lore, though some players find it occasionally immersion-breaking. While there are moments of levity, such as humorous lines from characters, the overall comedic impact varies, with some players noting a lack of humor in certain aspects of the gameplay. Additionally, technical issues like graphics downgrades and aiming inaccuracies are described in a humorous light, contributing to the game's quirky charm.
- “I will admit the emperor's blessed lasgun is a little underrepresented in this game, even mocked by the sisters in an admittedly pretty funny line of dialogue, but not everyone can be as enlightened as me.”
- “I enjoyed it; there's some funny dialogue for those who know the lore.”
- “Very funny to see, a little immersion breaking though.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a mix of emotions, with some feeling empowered by challenging boss fights reminiscent of classic games, while others report discomfort or unease, suggesting that the game's emotional impact can vary significantly among individuals.
- “Even fought a giant scorpion boss that made me feel like I could take on the FF7 Guard Scorpion in the Mako Reactor.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and frustrating, often citing issues with bugs, balance, and unpolished mechanics that detract from the overall experience. Many feel that the repetitive nature of tasks, such as lever pulling and inventory management, significantly undermines the game's value.
- “Buggy, broken, unbalanced, unpolished, and above all, *fucking tedious*.”
- “For the price, it could be okay if most interactions (lever pulling, weapon/ammo storing...) were not so tedious or just didn't work.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the character designs and weapon modeling, noting that while the details may be low, the overall aesthetic is appealing. However, there is no mention of depth or growth in character development, suggesting a focus on visual appeal rather than narrative progression.
- “The character designs are really nice and add a unique flair to the game.”
- “I truly appreciate the weapon designs and how they are modeled, along with the character designs, even if they are low detail.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the solo horde mode offers infinite replay value, the multiplayer aspect lacks sufficient features to enhance replayability, leaving some players feeling unsatisfied.
- “Solo horde mode makes this game have infinite replay value.”
- “If the multiplayer had a bit more going for it (like any sort of replayability), I might give it a pass for that, but I wasn't feeling it.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of the game is criticized for feeling like a cheap cash grab by Games Workshop, lacking the quality and investment expected from a title set in the Warhammer 40k universe. Reviewers express disappointment that the game does not reflect the spirit of the franchise and suggest it prioritizes profit over quality.
- “It fails to embody the spirit of 40k and honestly feels like a cheap cash grab by GW.”
- “Good VR games require large budgets; this is a cash grab, not a game to make a studio name off of, but it could have been.”