Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 introduced many new players to the grim dark universe of Warhammer, topping sales charts as the most successful entry in the franchise. While Space Marine 2 is an incredibly fun experience, there's more to the franchise than just hacking and slashing virtual Tyranids. Taking advantage of this newly revitalized interest, Games Workshop has released a new product that is a simple yet engaging entry into the original tabletop game.

The Warhammer tabletop isn't exactly the most beginner-friendly experience, having a steep learning curve and high entry cost. Despite this disconnect with new players, Games Workshop hasn't given up on indoctrinating a new generation of dedicated fans. Taking advantage of Space Marine's renewed popularity after a decade since the events of the original game took place, there's no better place to start playing Warhammer than with this newest tabletop accessory.

The Official Space Marine 2 Board Game

Bringing Titus To Life In Tabletop Form

The new Space Marine 2 board game has everything players need to try out, a drastically simplified version of the tabletop experience. With fast-paced gameplay lasting roughly 30 minutes per game for two players, the board game is one of the most beginner-friendly options for the tabletop yet. In each match, two players will go head-to-head as one controls a swarm of ravenous Termagants, while the other commands Titus in his effort to overcome the xenos onslaught.

Space Marine 2's board game doesn't just appeal to new players, being a hit with long-time fans for the first-ever inclusion of Titus as a playable model. Captured in all his glory, the board game is currently the only way to get an official model of the titular Ultramarine Captain, alongside 22 detailed and bloodthirsty Tyranid models. The game itself also comes with a simple small-sized battle-map, on top of a short handbook to get new players up to speed with the game's mechanics.

Experiencing The Best Aspects Of The Tabletop Game

There's More To Warhammer Than Plastic Molds And Dice

While the Space Marine 2 board game has everything players need to get started right away, new players may be shocked that their models don't quite match the ones on the box. Every Warhammer 40,000 model kit comes unpainted in a simple mold, leaving it up to players to paint and customize their models however they see fit. While it can be a daunting task at first, many players find painting to be one of the most enjoyable parts of the tabletop experience, with quality accessories being the key to making an impressive finished product.

For players who want more after trying out the board game, there are still a few things they'll need to know before starting. After getting all the materials needed to paint and bring the models from the game to life, the next step is choosing what faction to play.

Each of the different groups shown in both Space Marine 2 and the original are fully playable in the tabletop game. From the brutal Orks, ravaging Tyranids, traitorous Chaos Marines, or the ever-lasting Ultramarines. The world of 40K is filled with plenty of unique factions to choose from, each with their own aesthetic and gameplay style for those willing to delve into the depths of the tabletop experience.