Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team

46%
Game Brain Score Based on 808 reviews
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While it may be plagued with small technical issues and repetitious gameplay, the game rises above its problems with a solid co-op experience. Kill Team is another example of the rule that everything is better in co-op.
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Jump into the rich world of Warhammer 40,000 in this fast paced 3rd person action shooter. As one of the Emperor's Elite Space Marines you have been sent on a vital mission to assault a gigantic Ork Kroozer headed for an Imperial Forge World. Choose your Space Marine Chapter and weapons class and commence the purging of brutal Orks and vicious Tyranids on board. Team up to form a 2-man Kill Team i…

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46%
Audience ScoreBased on 808 reviews
story24 positive mentions
stability66 negative mentions
  • Fun and action-packed gameplay that captures the essence of the Warhammer 40K universe.
  • Local co-op mode allows for enjoyable multiplayer experiences with friends.
  • Variety of classes and power-ups provide some replayability and customization.
  • Poor camera control and angles can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • Numerous bugs and glitches, including crashes and unresponsive controls.
  • Short campaign length with only five levels, which may leave players wanting more.
  • story184 mentions

    The game's story is criticized for being shallow and lacking depth, with only five short missions that revolve around a basic premise of stopping an ork invasion. Many players feel that the narrative fails to capture the rich lore of the Warhammer 40,000 universe, often reducing the experience to simple objectives without meaningful context. While some appreciate the gameplay mechanics and mission variety, the overall consensus is that the story is uninspired and poorly executed.

    • “The story is interesting, and as someone who enjoyed and completed Space Marine, the warboss and weirdboy were better bosses in this than any boss in that game.”
    • “Your mission begins as you encounter an orc ship on route to invade a sector of the Imperium.”
    • “You are sent on a mission of the utmost importance to disable the invasion ship and figure out the orc plans.”
    • “For a Warhammer 40,000 title, this game lacks lore and story...”
    • “The game has no real storyline except 'shoot that' and 'blow up that'.”
    • “There are only the basest strings of a story here; an ork kroozer is inbound on a forge world and you have to stop them by shooting a billion enemies and occasionally blowing up some machinery, nothing complicated and it only serves to shuffle you from objective to objective.”
  • graphics174 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while the aesthetic aligns well with the Warhammer 40K universe, the visuals are generally outdated and suffer from various issues such as low-resolution textures and graphical glitches. Some appreciate the colorful design and smooth performance on lower settings, but others criticize the lack of customization options and the overall quality, describing it as average or below par for modern standards. Overall, the graphics are seen as serviceable but in need of significant improvement, especially given the game's age and its status as a port.

    • “Amazing (for its time), stays true to the established aesthetic and with enough visual interest while staying true to the setting.”
    • “The graphics are good and run smooth on my setup, love the gothic Warhammer Orky Kroozer atmosphere that this game has going for it.”
    • “The graphics and sounds are decent, it does have that '40k universe' feel about it, sort of a gritty steampunk environment aboard the Ork ship, what with all the chains and vats amidst platforms and scrap metal.”
    • “The game has some undeniable flaws because no game is perfect, it's a port of a 360 game with no attempt to update the graphics and a lot of assets re-used from Dawn of War 2, there's a couple cheap death zones and at least one camera bug that can sometimes require a reset from the last save.”
    • “It is repetitive, the graphics are poor, it is buggy and the camera is terrible.”
    • “For me what really ruins it is how dirty the graphics look (low res textures and busy landscapes) making it really hard to see things meaning many times I'll get shot off camera or lose track of my mission or even my character!”
  • gameplay97 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its simplicity and repetitiveness, often likening it to classic arcade shooters. While some enjoy the straightforward mechanics and find it fun for casual play, others criticize the lack of depth, poor camera control, and limited variety in gameplay elements. Overall, it offers a blend of enjoyable action and frustrating design choices, making it a hit or miss depending on player expectations.

    • “If you prefer to use your trusty keyboard and mouse, fret not, the layout, handling, and actual gameplay is still comfortable and very easy to use.”
    • “The gameplay is exactly what it sounds like; lead an elite kill team to board an ork kroozer that is headed for an imperial forge world.”
    • “On the whole, gameplay is quite fun though it has some frustrating moments, most notably with bad camera angles.”
    • “It's not without frustrations, as gameplay lacks polish and the controls are very basic and limited, and the lack of control over the camera means that you often won't be getting the best visual angle on the action and can sometimes be blind-sided by an enemy.”
    • “More variety would have gone a long way here; the game lacks a bit of depth when it comes to actual gameplay, you literally start a level, kill anything that moves and once that’s done the level ends.”
    • “The whole project, from the announcement voice to uninspired gameplay to its mini-game length, has something of a business-like air to it, like the game was not something the developers wanted to make but a soul-sapping obligation on their contract to churn out an action-oriented Warhammer 40k game.”
  • stability66 mentions

    The game is plagued by severe stability issues, including numerous glitches, crashes, and a problematic camera that often fails to follow the player. Many users report being unable to progress due to these bugs, making the game largely unplayable for some. While a few players found humor in the glitches, the overwhelming consensus is that the game's technical problems significantly detract from the overall experience.

    • “Extremely buggy and not recommended unless you want to be stuck on level 3.”
    • “It was constantly suffering from massive graphical glitches, and when I found my way past those and finally got into the campaign, the game crashed every time as soon as it started.”
    • “A terrible bug-ridden disaster.”
  • music32 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its ability to capture the martial spirit of the Warhammer 40k universe, while others criticize it for being monotonous and largely recycled from Dawn of War II. Despite the recycled assets, the soundtrack is noted for keeping players entertained during exploration, and the separate volume settings for music and effects are appreciated. Overall, while the music is thematically appropriate, it lacks originality and flair.

    • “Awesome 40k game with epic music and brilliant sounds and even greater fun in local co-op.”
    • “The music really captures the martial, doomed spirit of the Warhammer world (especially WH: 40k).”
    • “The background music, however, does a good job of keeping you entertained whilst you explore this massive kroozer.”
    • “The music and graphics assets are recycled from Warhammer 40k: Dawn of War II.”
    • “The music is monotonous, space-opera-like without flair.”
    • “All graphics, assets, and music are ripped straight from Dawn of War 2.”
  • replayability24 mentions

    The game offers moderate replayability primarily through its four distinct classes and local co-op options, allowing players to experience different playstyles and challenges. However, its short length of only five levels means that while there are multiple ways to engage with the game, players may exhaust its content quickly. The absence of online co-op is noted as a missed opportunity for enhancing replay value.

    • “This game is not completely easy; it offers some challenge but also adds replayability with the multiple classes and couch co-op. Playing with Xbox controllers is always fun!”
    • “Replayability is also good, as you have 4 different classes to play with, varying melee and ranged options, a survival mode, and of course local co-op.”
    • “Overall, it's a fun couple of hours with replayability if you want to play through the campaign with each class.”
    • “However, if you want a game that has a lot of replay value and fulfills your bloodlust, then get Space Marine instead. It costs more, but the extra cost is worth it for better graphics, more accuracy to the lore, and a better combat system in general.”
    • “The game is short (only 5 levels), and you can easily expect to see everything in a matter of a few hours. There are plenty of different options for replayability, but the game is over before you know it. On balance, I still say this is a good game, especially at the price I got it (under $10) -- if you like the Warhammer franchise and lore, it's good.”
    • “Let’s get the elephant in the room out first: No, Kill Team does not have online co-op, and yes, that would have made it many times better with hours of replayability.”
  • humor16 mentions

    The humor in this game is largely derived from its numerous glitches and bugs, which players find so absurdly bad that they become a source of entertainment. Many reviewers highlight the comedic value of the game's failures, with some even noting that the chaotic shooting mechanics and explosive effects add to the hilarity. Overall, while the game is criticized for its quality, it inadvertently provides laughs through its shortcomings.

    • “The glitches and bugs in this game are extremely funny; I honestly can’t see how it passed beta, let alone got a PC release.”
    • “I had an occurring glitch in solo survival mode which actually worked out in my favor, and it was absolutely hilarious.”
    • “This game is hilarious.”
  • emotional6 mentions

    Players express a strong emotional response to the game, with some feeling frustration to the point of tears due to poor camera mechanics. Despite this, there is a sense of enjoyment and nostalgia associated with the gameplay, highlighting a mix of disappointment and affection for the overall experience.

    • “The game camera is so freaking bad, it made me cry.”
    • “I doubt this game did cost much to develop since it seems to use everything it has from Dawn of War II with touching up textures - if not, then my oh my does it feel that way in terms of polygons, physics behavior, animation.”
    • “It does have mouse and keyboard function, but to be honest, I have not tried it out because I am loving the wholesome twin stick shooter goodness.”
  • optimization6 mentions

    The game's optimization is mixed; while it runs smoothly on older hardware without significant glitches, users criticize the lack of manual camera control and poorly designed controller mappings, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “As a software, it functions: it runs smoothly on my 4-year-old potato, there is no glaring glitch or bug, and while some may complain about the obvious port, it does not assign the R2 button to your melee command, so there's that.”
    • “Automatic camera (no manual control!!!), controller 'optimized' (= unusable) controls.”
    • “Bad optimization is another problem.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its smooth graphics and immersive gothic Warhammer-inspired design, particularly the orky kroozer elements. Reviewers appreciate how the atmosphere enhances the overall experience, effectively carrying players through the game despite its status as a port.

    • “The graphics are good and run smoothly on my setup; I love the gothic Warhammer Orky Kroozer atmosphere that this game has going for it.”
    • “Good atmosphere that carries you through; an obvious port but not painfully so.”
    • “Nice atmosphere.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game particularly frustrating due to unskippable cutscenes that lose their appeal after the first viewing, leading to a tedious and monotonous experience. This repetitiveness has been described as mentally exhausting, detracting significantly from overall enjoyment.

    • “Unskippable cutscenes that are fine the first time seeing them, but become tedious seeing them again and again.”
    • “This game is more like heresy that will drive any player to the point of chaos as the ruinous powers of the warp tear their mind apart at how tedious and boring this game is.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as being overly aggressive and primarily focused on profit, leading many users to label it a "cash grab."

    • “Just a cash grab.”
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Play time

8hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
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