Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team
May 23, 2014 12 years ago
Warhammer 40,000: Kill Team is a top down view, perspective correct, 3d arcade shooter, with twin stick control set in the Warhammer 40,000 future fantasy universe. Players play as Space Marines attempting to halt an Ork invasion spaceship, facing orks and later, Tyranids on board. Four Space Marine classes are playable including ranged specialists like the Sternguard Veteran and Techmarine, and more melee focused classes like the Vanguard Veteran and Librarian. The game supports single player and same screen multiplayer modes. The game received average and favourable reviews on both platforms, being described as generally enjoyable or fun, but let down by a short campaign, lack of online multiplayer, and a limited appeal to non Warhammer:40,000 fans.
What it’s like
Kill Team delivers a visceral, arcade-style shooter experience set within the grimdark Warhammer 40,000 universe. Players control Space Marines in a frantic defense against Ork and Tyranid invasions aboard a spaceship, utilizing twin-stick controls for fast-paced combat. The game emphasizes immediate action over deep narrative, offering four distinct classes with varying melee and ranged capabilities. Visually, it captures the industrial brutality of the setting with polished 3D graphics and heavy metal aesthetics. While the single-player campaign is brief, the inclusion of local co-op allows friends to team up for chaotic, high-energy skirmishes. The tone is loud and aggressive, prioritizing satisfying combat feedback and accessibility over complex strategy or lore depth, making it a solid entry point for fans of the franchise who enjoy straightforward action.
Strong in CombatAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCo-op / MultiplayerGameplay / MechanicsPacingVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The campaign is notably short, offering limited content before replayability becomes necessary. · Non-fans of Warhammer 40,000 may find the setting and humor alienating or unappealing.
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Releases
| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 3 | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 01, 201115 years ago |
| Xbox 360 | Worldwide | Full release | Jul 01, 201115 years ago |
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | May 23, 201412 years ago |
