Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector

Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is a turn-based tactics game in the Hammer of War universe, dedicated to the battle on the planet Baal. As the Space Marines of the Blood Angels Chapter defend their homeworld from the Tyranid invasion, the player will be tasked with commanding small squads in battles where every step matters, not the mass of troops. The mechanics rely on action points: each fighter has a reserve that is spent on moving, shooting and skills. Position, cover and line of fire decide the outcome, and a bad decision can cost you the loss of an entire squad. The abilities of commanders deserve special attention: they strengthen allies and set the style of battle. The campaign is presented as a chain of missions with a plot that fans of the universe follow: there is a place for heroic episodes, conversations, and internal conflicts of the Order. Between battles, squads develop, gaining new skills and equipment, which allows you to adapt the composition to the player’s preferences. It is also worth noting that between missions there are conversations and events that link the battles into a single story. Units develop, adding new skills, so the usual tactics may change halfway through the campaign. For turn-based strategies, this is a successful combination of plot and mechanics. The game does not require giant armies and micro-control: it is compact tactics with clear input. For those who love turn-based combat and are familiar with the universe, Battlesector is a solid option for dozens of hours.