Frontier Developments Releases Acclaimed Strategy Game for Console Gamers
Frontier Developments plc has officially released Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters for consoles, expanding the reach of the popular turn-based strategy game to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. The game, developed in collaboration with Games Workshop, offers standard and Purifier editions priced at £34.99 / $44.99 / €44.99 and £39.99 / $49.99 / €49.99, respectively.
Gameplay and Features
In Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters, players command a squad of Grey Knights, engaging in strategic battles against the forces of chaos. The game challenges players with turn-based tactical combat, where they can utilize firepower, melee weapons, psychic abilities, and the environment to gain an advantage.
The narrative, crafted by Black Library author Aaron Dembski-Bowden, follows the Grey Knights’ quest to combat a galactic plague known as the Bloom, orchestrated by the forces of Nurgle. Players lead Strike Force Xiphos, aiming to eliminate the five Reapers of the Bloom and halt its spread.
Customization and Strategy
Customization plays a significant role, allowing players to tailor their Grey Knights’ weaponry, armour, and abilities to their strategic preferences. The game offers a variety of combat options, from hand-to-hand confrontations to long-range attacks, with environmental elements adding further tactical layers.
Between missions, gameplay extends to supporting research efforts and managing resources to combat the Bloom’s spread. Decision-making is crucial, as players must decide which worlds to save and which to sacrifice to contain the plague.
Additional Content and Reception
The Purifier Edition introduces Castellan Garran Crowe, a legendary Grey Knights champion, into the player’s squad, enhancing the strategic options available.
Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters has received positive feedback for its engaging gameplay and faithful representation of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Its arrival on consoles has been highly anticipated, following a successful launch on PC in 2022.
This release brings the grimdark fantasy of Warhammer 40,000 to a wider audience, offering a deep strategic experience for both newcomers and long-time fans of the series.
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Platforms: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X and Series S, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows
