Warhammer 40,000: Regicide

 PC
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. We Got This Covered
    Sep 15, 2015
    90
    The latest in a long line of Warhammer 40,000 games brings a great new strategy and a gorgeous appearance to its chess-based battles. It is an immensely satisfying experience.
  2. GameCrate
    Nov 11, 2015
    80
    A combination of traditional strategy with layers of modern tabletop mechanics that work well to create a game that's fun to learn and satisfying to master.
  3. DarkStation
    Nov 5, 2015
    80
    I think Regicide is a really cool concept and an interesting adaptation of an already turn-based game with entirely different mechanics.
  5. Gameplanet
    Sep 14, 2015
    80
    Warhammer 40,000: Regicide is what every kid who played Battle Chess back in the day wished it could have been. It enthralls, but a lack of content and variety may see the majority of players move on far sooner than the game deserves.
  6. Ragequit.gr
    Dec 8, 2015
    77
    Chess lovers who were looking for a nice Warhammer-themed battle chess, look no further. The regicide mode is bloody good fun, yet there are a few things that could have been better, such as the monotonous campaign.
  7. Pelit (Finland)
    Jan 4, 2016
    75
    Regicide attempts to build on classic chess, but the result is one-sided. Warhammer 40,000 license is underutilized with only two playable races. [Nov 2015]
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  8. Multiplayer.it
    Sep 30, 2015
    75
    A problematic AI is a huge flaw but fortunately Warhammer 40.000: Regicide is much more than this.
  9. Gaming Nexus
    Dec 18, 2015
    70
    Warhammer 40,000: Regicide is best recommended to only the truly dedicated fans of the Games Workshop created universe.
  10. PC Gamer
    Sep 15, 2015
    70
    A cute chess set for 40K fans and an unusual twist on the classic game, but skip the campaign.
  11. Hardcore Gamer
    Sep 14, 2015
    70
    Regicide can make players feel far more capable than chess allows, but also occasionally powerless. Those who find comfort and excitement in Regicide’s middle ground, though, will have the joy of experiencing the strategic depth and twists its scrutinized balance and flexibility can offer.
  12. Shacknews
    Sep 8, 2015
    70
    Sure, Regicide takes strategy to an all new level, but this level is a tad too brutal for me.
  13. GameStar
    Sep 13, 2015
    69
    At its best, it's an exciting mix of chess and RTS but there are just too many frustrating moments.
  14. GamingTrend
    Oct 6, 2015
    65
    Summary: Regicide is chess. You are buying a computer chess game. Yes the graphics are tasty and the fight scenes are well done and the atmospherics are exemplary. But it’s Combat Chess with a twist, and not even a big twist.
  15. IGN Spain
    Sep 15, 2015
    62
    Just a chess game with Warhammer characters. It's fun, but it could have been much better.
  16. Eurogamer Poland
    Nov 2, 2015
    60
    Regicide is more interesting than good. The second game mode is a nice idea for people not really interested in chess, but various shortcomings in AI and graphics make it hard to really appreciate the game.
  17. Twinfinite
    Oct 7, 2015
    60
    It’s chess with Space Marines and Orks, and a few twists in the title game mode.

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. SanctumRevel
    Sep 9, 2015
    5
    i saw some steam users claim that if you like chess play this game .. ok this is nothing like chess hardly if feels very limited thei saw some steam users claim that if you like chess play this game .. ok this is nothing like chess hardly if feels very limited the animations are mediocre to say the least most of the time you will miss while orks allways will hit you in my oppinion the brought warhammer to a unknown level that feels out of place… Full Review »
  2. mcgrizzle
    Sep 10, 2015
    8
    This game basically has two modes - classic (chess) and regicide (in both modes regular chess pieces are replaced by fitting Warhammer units).This game basically has two modes - classic (chess) and regicide (in both modes regular chess pieces are replaced by fitting Warhammer units). Regicide is basically chess with a second turn per player - this phase is called the initiative turn and it involves drawing from a pool of initiative points to perform skills and use abilities.

    Pros:
    - Looks great.
    - Quality animations which look really brutal and meaty, really A+ animations.
    - Tried and tested core gameplay.
    - Really fun with a friend.
    - Cool ability customization.
    - Priced VERY fairly.

    Cons:
    - Could be better optimized (I think - I get occasional stutter on a high end system).
    - Doesn't show the units that have been removed from the board. Can slow things down a little.
    - For some reason you can't view your units (or your enemies) stats, abilities, movement range when it's not your turn; I feel like this is another little thing that unnecessarily slows things down.
    - Sometimes it feels a bit RNG heavy in the initiative phase and it can be frustrating when you miss four 50/50s in a row only to have your opponent fire back and land his hits.

    I would love to see some additional factions added to the game in the future, but for now - and for like £10 - I couldn't really ask for more.    … Full Review »
  3. Seno12
    Jan 23, 2017
    10
    Warhammer 40.000 Regicide is the best Turn-Based Strategy game I have ever played, The game is so unique, and have the deepest mechanic everWarhammer 40.000 Regicide is the best Turn-Based Strategy game I have ever played, The game is so unique, and have the deepest mechanic ever built in a game because you can finish each mission in so many different ways, plus you got skirmish Regicide and Classic mode to play forever, and still not get bored. :)… Full Review »
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