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Holy Terra! Warhammer 40,000 Gladius – Relics of War is FREE on Steam!
The annual Warhammer Skulls event just wrapped, and while it unleashed a warp-storm of announcements, one absolutely crucial detail has slipped past many: a full Warhammer 40,000 game is currently free to keep forever on Steam! Yes, you read that right. Your digital library is about to get a whole lot grimdarker.
We’re talking about Warhammer 40,000 Gladius – Relics of War, a 4X strategy title from 2018. If you’ve ever dreamt of conquering an entire planet with Space Marines, Orks, Necrons, or Tyranids, now’s your chance to do it completely risk-free. Don’t walk, run to Steam before this free game offer vanishes into the void!
Gladius is notable for being the only true 4X strategy game set in the grimdark universe of Warhammer 40,000. While initial PC Gamer reviews were a bit mixed – some found it “plodding,” others praised its “action-saturated, tactically-driven fun” – it’s seen substantial improvements through post-launch patches and DLC. This isn’t just a freebie; it’s a unique opportunity to experience the lore from a unique strategic perspective.
Beyond the free game, the Warhammer Skulls event dropped a treasure trove of other news for dedicated sci-fi gaming fans:
- Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, a new 2D brawler starring a wily Skaven.
- A much-anticipated sequel for the XCOM-like Chaos Gate – Daemonhunters is on the horizon.
- Darktide is getting a “cog boy” update, promising new mechanized mayhem for fans of the co-op action game.
- A demo for Boltgun 2 dropped, which early reports say is absolutely “sick” in the best way possible!
This surge of Warhammer goodness proves the Emperor truly provides, especially with a free Steam game thrown into the mix. There’s no telling how long Gladius will be available to claim, so consider this your priority one objective for your gaming PC. Deploy your mouse, Commander!
The Nerd Bureau Take:
Even if Gladius wasn’t a perfect 10/10 at launch, getting the only 4X Warhammer game for absolutely nothing is a no-brainer for any strategy gaming enthusiast. It’s a fantastic entry point for new fans curious about the universe, or a solid addition for veteran players looking for a strategic challenge. Dive in, Commander, and forge your empire on Gladius Prime without spending a single Throne Gelt.
