Warhammer 40,000 (Sixth Edition)
2012
Choose a force in the grim darkness of the far future, learn the new rules, and lead your assembled army into battle.
120
minutes
2 - 12
player(s)
12+
Medium Heavy
About this board game
Warhammer 40,000 (Sixth Edition) is a tabletop miniature battle game for 2–12 players, released in 2012, with a listed play time of 120 minutes.
Set in a dystopic future where there is only war, the game invites you to choose a faction and uphold the honor and glory of the Emperor of Humankind—or join the forces opposing humanity. The Sixth Edition rulebook introduces new game mechanics and universal rules for the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
Players can take part as one of the Space Marine chapters or command a range of powerful alien and corrupting forces. The factions named in the description include:
- Space Marines
- Orks
- Tau Empire
- Voracious Tyranids
- Ancient Necrons
- Deceiver Eldars
- Chaos worshipers and their demons
Beyond the battle rules, the rulebook provides guidance for assembling, painting, and collecting an army of your choice. It also explains how to field your army and prepare for tabletop battles.
Whether you serve the Emperor, command an alien faction, or embrace the corruption of Chaos, Warhammer 40,000 (Sixth Edition) sets the stage for a large-scale clash in the grim darkness of the future. Gather your army, learn the rules, and prepare for battle.