Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War

About

Warhammer 40,000 Gladius Relics of War is a turn-based 4X strategy game set in the grimdark universe of Warhammer 40k. You control one of four factions Astra Militarum Space Marines Orks or Necrons each with distinct units tech trees and playstyles. Build bases manage resources and wage war across a hostile planet while adapting to faction-specific strengths and weaknesses. The game supports solo campaigns cooperative play and competitive multiplayer with global opponents. The challenge lies in balancing tactical combat with long-term strategy. With 166 achievements and an average unlock rate of 9.1% mastery requires patience. The rarest achievement Rubicon Primaris sits at 0.80% unlocking rate reflecting its difficulty. Players praise the depth of faction design and the AI's ability to pressure even experienced strategists. Set on a planet where ancient relics trigger an endless war the game leans into the 40k ethos of relentless conflict without overt storytelling.

Storyline

"Gladius Prime was known to Imperial scholars as a planet of archeological interest. During its colonization ancient relics were found, revealing hints of a shrouded past. But it was more than relics. Something awakened, an unspeakable horror from an ancient past, and the citizens of Gladius found themselves trapped in a terrible war for survival. Gladius Prime was once a planet of peace. Now there is only war."