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Total War: WARHAMMER II
Action
Strategy
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
LAN PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
LAN Co-op
Steam Achievements
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Workshop
Camera Comfort
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Adjustable Difficulty
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Remote Play on Tablet
Family Sharing

The forces of Lustria await your command. Choose your Legendary Lord, expand your armies, forge alliances in a strategic turn-based campaign, and unleash the might of your monstrous forces in fast-paced real-time battles.

Developers: CREATIVE ASSEMBLY Feral Interactive (Mac) Feral Interactive (Linux)
Publishers: SEGA Feral Interactive (Mac) Feral Interactive (Linux)
Release Date: Sep 28, 2017
Price (USD): $14.99
Current Players: 619

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(93%)
strategic depth
variety of factions
epic battles
replayability
Vortex Campaign
turn times
gameplay elements
DLC model
DLC cost
technical issues
AI unfair
complexity
The reviews for Total War: Warhammer II are overwhelmingly positive regarding its depth and scope, with many appreciating its blend of Total War strategy and Warhammer fantasy elements. However, the DLC model is heavily criticized for its pricing and amount, with many players feeling it impacts the game experience. Despite technical issues and some perceived balance problems, the game remains highly recommended for fans of strategy and fantasy.

Positive Points

  • Many players praise the game's blend of Total War's strategic depth with the fantastical Warhammer universe, creating a unique experience.
  • The variety of factions and units is highly praised, offering different gameplay styles and enhancing replayability.
  • Graphics and battle animations receive positive comments for their epic presentation and immersion in the Warhammer setting.
  • The game's strategic and tactical depth is appreciated, especially the enjoyment found in managing large armies and orchestrating diverse strategies.

    • Negative Points

  • There is significant criticism regarding the cost and model of DLC, which is perceived as excessive and essential for full enjoyment.
  • Bugs and technical issues, including problems with DLC recognition and stability, have frustrated many players.
  • Some players find the AI to be unfair due to its access to units and resources, resulting in an unbalanced difficulty.
  • The game has been criticized for certain model and gameplay elements that can be overly complex or not intuitive for new players.

    • Mixed Points

  • The Vortex Campaign introduces an exciting new objective for players but is regarded as linear and sometimes overly challenging.
  • While praised for its epic battles, the game's lengthy turn times and sometimes tedious grinding aspects create a mixed reception.

    • Common Themes

  • The necessity of owning multiple Total War: Warhammer games and their respective DLCs to access full content frequently appears across reviews.
  • The game's strong focus on diverse tactical battles and grand strategy is a common theme among both positive and negative reviews.
  • Players repeatedly mention the distinction and unique mechanics attributed to each faction, which some enjoy and others find overwhelming or uneven.
    • Updated 5/22/2026, 12:01:35 AM UTC
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