How to Start Playing Warhammer 40K – Beginner's Guide
Warhammer 40K is one of the world's most popular tabletop games where players build, paint, and battle with their own armies of miniatures.
In this guide, we'll go through how to start playing Warhammer 40K, what you need to get started, and which starter set is best for new players.
If you want to start playing right away, you can see our Warhammer 40K Starter Sets here.
What is Warhammer 40K?
Warhammer 40,000 is a strategic tabletop game where players build, paint, and battle with their own armies of miniatures. The game is set in a dark science fiction universe where humanity, aliens, and ancient machines fight for control of the galaxy.
Each player builds an army consisting of different units, which are then used in tactical battles on a game board with terrain.
Warhammer 40K is both:
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a strategic game
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a creative hobby where you build and paint models
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a collecting hobby where you develop your own army
The Easiest Way to Start Playing Warhammer 40K
Start with a Starter Set
Warhammer 40,000 Starter Sets are designed for new players and contain everything you need to start playing right away.
A starter set usually includes:
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two armies
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rulebook or introduction to rules
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dice
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game mat or game materials
This means two players can start playing right out of the box.
Starter sets are therefore the most popular way to start playing Warhammer.
Ready to start playing?
See our Warhammer 40K Starter Sets and find a perfect start for your army.
What is Combat Patrol?
Combat Patrol are boxes that contain a complete small army for a specific faction.
They are perfect if you:
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already know which army you want to play
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want to start collecting a specific faction
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want to play smaller games
Many players start with a starter set and then build their army further with Combat Patrol boxes.
Building and Painting Your Miniatures
A big part of the Warhammer hobby is building and painting your models.
Miniatures are usually delivered in parts and assembled with plastic glue. Once the models are built, you can paint them in colors that represent your army.
Common hobby products include:
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acrylic paints for miniatures
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brushes
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primer
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basing material for the bases
Painting your army is one of the most creative parts of the Warhammer hobby.
How to Play Warhammer 40K?
Once the armies are ready, Warhammer 40K is played on a table with terrain.
The game works approximately like this:
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Players set up their armies
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Turn order is determined
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Each turn consists of different phases:
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movement
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shooting
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melee
Through strategy, positioning, and the right units, players try to defeat the opponent's army.
Where to Buy Warhammer 40K?
At RGB Kingz in Helsingborg, you'll find Warhammer 40K starter sets, Combat Patrol boxes, miniatures, and hobby supplies.
You can visit our hobby store in Helsingborg or order Warhammer online with delivery throughout Sweden.
Common Questions about Starting Warhammer 40K
Is Warhammer 40K difficult to learn?
No. With a starter set, most players learn the basics quite quickly.
How many players are needed?
Warhammer 40K is usually played between two players.
Do you need to paint your miniatures?
No, but many players find painting to be an important and enjoyable part of the hobby.
Which Warhammer 40K starter set should you start with?
It depends on how much content you want. Smaller starter sets are perfect for trying out the game, while larger starter sets contain more models and more game material.
Want to Start Playing Warhammer?
If you want to start playing Warhammer 40K, you can explore our starter sets and find a box that's perfect for your first army.