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New Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 Trailer Unveils New Faction

May 22, 2025 4:17 PM

The latest gameplay trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 has been unveiled at the Warhammer Skulls event, showcasing a notable addition to the game—the Leagues of Votann faction. This new faction, making its debut in the video game realm, features varied units like Hearthkyn and Berserks and will add an intriguing dynamic to the narrative, particularly their role as potential allies or foes. Returning characters from the first game will guide players through new strategic battles against the Necron on the planet Hekateus IV. Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 is currently in development and will be available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S later this year, though an official release date has yet to be announced. Fans eager to dive into the franchise can take advantage of current discounts on the original game on Steam, which is being offered at an 80% discount.

What new features will Mechanicus 2 offer to players?

Mechanicus 2 will introduce the new Leagues of Votann faction, enhance the gameplay visuals, and include returning characters, all while presenting a fresh narrative that keeps players guessing about ally and enemy dynamics.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus is a turn-based tactics game that allows players to control the Adeptus Mechanicus forces, exploring the universe of Warhammer 40k while managing resources and engaging in turn-based combat. Its predecessor received praise for strategic depth and engaging storytelling, setting high expectations for the sequel. With the introduction of the Leagues of Votann, fans can look forward to more extensive lore and gameplay elements drawn from the rich Warhammer 40,000 universe.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2025-05-22 16:30:09
The Leagues of Votann addition is such a cool way to expand the 40K universe in games—can’t wait to see how their lore plays into the story. And that Steam discount on the original is basically the game whispering, “Come on, you know you wanna binge before the sequel drops.”
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2025-05-22 16:24:09
Nice to see the Leagues of Votann finally making their gaming debut—those Hearthkyn units are gonna shake up the tactical meta for sure. Also, that 80% discount on the first game is a sweet deal for anyone who slept on it before
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