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10 best tactics in Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters

Leri Koen

Leri Koen

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The exciting turn-based tactical game, Warhammer 40 000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters, has fans of the franchise very excited. However, there is a fair warning – don’t expect the game to be easy. As one of the most challenging strategy games, many players are looking for the best tactics to improve their chances of winning.

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This article will cover 10 different tactics for Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters that could make a big difference in how players experience the challenge.

10 best tactics in Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters
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A brief glimpse into Warhammer 40K: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters

The game is set in the gothic-science fiction universe developed by Games Workshop. Players now control a squad of gray knights as they continue to battle the Nurgle, who are trying to spread their plague, the Bloom, across the universe.

One aspect that makes this game so challenging, aside from the difficult battle sequences, is that you also have to maintain and improve your ship while also conducting vital research. This means you cannot afford to only focus on one aspect of this game. 

10 best tactics in Warhammer 40,000

10 Top tactics for Warhammer 40K: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunter

This turn-based game can be extremely challenging for both new and existing players. To get you started on the right path to success, here are 10 tactics to bear in mind.

Choose your difficulty level wisely

We cannot state this enough; this game is difficult. Therefore you must choose a difficulty level that you’re comfortable with. If you don’t learn fast in this game, the enemies will beat you down quickly. If this is your first time playing Warhammer, or you’re new to turn-taking strategy games, we recommend starting at the lowest difficulty (Merciful).

This will give you the best chance to learn the basics of the game. If you have some experience, then Standard or Ruthless difficulty might suit you better. Legendary should be selected if you want a real challenge, and Grand Master (the most difficult) probably only once you’ve gone through some easier modes and still want more of a challenge.

10 best tactics in Warhammer 40,000

Don’t skip the Warhammer tutorial

The tutorial for this game is very important. It is extremely comprehensive and teaches you how this particular style of game works, but it also shares some advanced mechanics that can help you throughout the game. Also, the tutorial includes a few important cutscenes and snippets that you would miss out on by skipping the tutorial.

Monitor your soldiers carefully

In a game about warfare, it may seem silly to remind players to monitor their soldiers, but it’s exactly in these types of circumstances that your forces’ health and well-being of your forces are overlooked. As responsibilities start piling up, you may forget to heal your injured soldiers. In the heat of battle, you may be so focussed on the enemy that you forget to place your soldiers behind cover. As such, you must make it a habit to check on your soldiers.

Understand the classes before choosing

Choosing the right daemonhunters team can make a big difference to your gaming experience. However, in order to choose the right team, you need to understand the different classes. You need to know the strengths and weaknesses of each class so that you can use classes that complement one another. You also need to know what the special abilities of the different classes are so that they match your playstyle, ensuring that you’ll use them.

Choose Daemonhunter weapons carefully

There is a wide range of weapons and armor available in the game. Some classes can only use certain weapons, so be aware of this when choosing your classes. Weapons can also be upgraded throughout the game, making them even stronger and more effective. When choosing weapons, make sure you take into consideration the class of your character and your playstyle so that you can choose the best weapon.

Pay attention to research

Research is one of the cornerstones of the Warhammer games. Choosing the right research path can have a massive impact on your game. Research costs Bloom seeds. These seeds are collected by completing missions, among other actions. Bloom seeds come in different colors, representing the different strains. Research and upgrades will cost a number of seeds or even a combination of seed strains.

It’s good to start researching Stratagems first, as they have the biggest impact on your early game. Stratagems are unique cards that you can use once during battle to change the tide completely. Once you’ve researched a few different Stratagems, you can proceed to research Prognisticars.

Important ship upgrades to get first

Upgrading your ship is important as it directly affects many aspects of your game. Certain ship upgrades will increase your ship’s speed, wound recovery, and research rates. Upgrades to your ship cost Servitors can be earned as a reward for completing certain missions, or you can passively generate them by building an augmentation chamber. 

The best ship upgrade to do early in the game includes building an augmentation chamber. This will provide a steady stream of Servitors which can then be spent on other upgrades. You’ll also want to focus on building the Void Shield, Meditation Chamber, and Regeneration unit.

10 best tactics in Warhammer 40,000

Pick your missions carefully

Missions are an important driving factor in Chaos Gate. When you aren’t busy with the main mission, you can deal with Bloom outbreaks across the galaxy. However, it’s important to choose your missions carefully. Missions against Bloom outbreaks are only available for a limited time, and if you fail one after accepting it, the corruption will spread even further.

Before choosing a mission, take a look at the rewards. Are these rewards you need? Or is there another mission that offers better rewards that you can use? You’ll also need to look at the path of the mission and consider whether your forces are adequate enough to complete all the missions in a single outbreak. 

Don’t worry about the Bloom’s spread

The game was designed so that the outbreak of the Bloom spreads early on. As such, you don’t have to debilitate your forces by trying to stop each and every outbreak early on in the game. This will get you to an unwinnable position even though you’re still fighting. You should aim to quell one or two outbreaks for every three of four that pop up.

Also, when deciding which outbreaks to battle, take a look at the corruption. Corruption is represented by points, and once a planet reaches three points, gaining any further corruption will cause the Bloom to spread to neighboring planets or systems. As such, it’s important to monitor the corruption levels of planets when deciding which outbreak to fight.

10 best tactics in Warhammer 40,000

Use your Warhammer abilities

The abilities in the game are equally important. While it’s possible to use your weapon and cut or shoot through the opposing enemies, you’ll be missing out on an essential part of the gaming experience. Abilities can help you enhance your overall combat efficacy, which makes battles easier and more fun.

For example, there’s an ability to silence Demons, meaning they can’t use their psychic abilities on you. There are many abilities to choose from, but once again, read what they do carefully before deciding so that you can choose the best abilities to match your playing style.

10 best tactics in Warhammer 40,000

Final Thoughts

Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters is a very enjoyable, albeit challenging, turn-based strategy RPG. Many newcomers to the franchise, and even a few existing fans, may find it too difficult initially. This list of the best tactics can help you get off to the best start and improve your chances of success.

Leri Koen

Leri Koen

Born and raised in South Africa I am the mother of two busy kids and one loving husband. Since leaving school I immediately started working and have been involved in many different industries where I learned a wide range of skills. Some of my skills range from marketing to management and even teaching special needs children, particularly those with severe developmental delays. I am a self-proclaimed holiday nut, taking any chance I can get to decorate and celebrate major holidays such as Easter, Halloween and Christmas, often planning these months in advance! I have a wide range of passions that I persue (as often as I can) such as reading, writing, bonsai, crafting, creating natural beauty products, listening to music and playing games (prefered platforms being PC and Xbox).

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