- July 17, 2020
- Bulwark Studios
- 20h median play time
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus
The provision of deep customization capabilities and an engaging narrative makes Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus a logical choice for aspiring tacticians of Holy Terra in M3.
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Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus is a turn-based strategy game that puts you in charge of the Adeptus Mechanicus, an elite army of the Imperium, on a mission to explore a recently discovered Necron planet. The game offers a unique blend of religious and technological themes, with an emphasis on customization and strategy. The Omnissiah Edition includes bonus content such as a soundtrack, digital artbook, and a short story.











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4,470 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay of "Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus" is generally praised for its engaging turn-based tactical mechanics, which allow players to control a squad of tech-priests from the Adeptus Mechanicus faction against the Necron threat. While the game offers a unique action point system that eliminates traditional hit chances, many players note that the gameplay can become repetitive and overly simplistic as the game progresses, leading to a lack of challenge in the later stages. Overall, it successfully captures the atmosphere and lore of the Warhammer 40K universe, making it a solid choice for fans of the franchise and turn-based strategy games alike.
“The gameplay is simple yet engaging, with combat encounters lasting 5–10 minutes, making it easy to play in short bursts.”
“Mechanicus is a solid strategy game in the style of the xcom series - it combines turn-based gameplay with the lore-rich world of the warhammer 40,000 setting.”
“The gameplay focuses on the adeptus mechanicus (no space marines here) and it's a nice turn-based squad game.”
“A clear love for the setting and the characters cannot overcome the shallow and repetitive nature of the gameplay loop.”
“Terribly barebones gameplay, with extremely samey maps, missions, objectives.”
“The gameplay gets a bit samey towards the end; the difficulty is hard at first, then suddenly quite easy.”
A Warhammer-flavored XCOM alternative
This turn-based tactical adventure based in the 40K universe is very much one for those well-versed in the series lore.
80%Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus - Heretek Review
A capable expansion that adds to the main game without detracting from it.
80%Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus Review (PC)
Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus is one of the few games in the Warhammer universe that really puts you in the right mood. Although the vocabulary it uses may be too much for newcomers to the franchise, you'll get the gist of it most of the time The game admirably blends dark Warhammer motifs and a wide array of tactical and strategic decisions on the battlefield. Although Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus is not without faults, it's one of the few games in the Warhammer sci-fi setting that I wish it had a sequel. The high amount of customization, the appealing story and narrative, as well as the deep turn-based strategy elements make Mechanicus a must-play title for all Warhammer and TBS genre fans.
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