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About Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War

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Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is the first turn-based 4X strategy game set in the Warhammer universe, unfolding on the war-torn world of Gladius Prime, a planet that once knew peace but now offers only violence. You can test yourself against challenging AI or team up and compete with friends and strangers around the globe as you fight for supremacy across a hostile, warp-tainted world.

Structured around the familiar 4X pillars, the game lets you play as one of four iconic factions, the Astra Militarum, Space Marines, Orks, or Necrons, each with a distinct playstyle and technology tree. You explore a randomly generated map filled with special features, ancient artifacts, and dangerous wildlife capable of breaking your troops' morale, then expand by constructing cities, buildings, and fortifications while harvesting resources and researching new technologies. Each faction has its own storyline that unfolds as its destiny on Gladius Prime plays out, and only one can ultimately emerge victorious. Combat draws on devastating weaponry, city edicts, and tactical operations, with recruitable hero units carrying special abilities and equippable items, making this a deep Warhammer strategy experience for PC commanders.