Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 review — More cathartic carnage despite dumb enemies
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 has launched on October 14, 2026, continuing the legacy of its 2023 predecessor. The original Boltgun received strong critical acclaim with a 4/5-star review, establishing itself as a worthy modern continuation of the classic boomer-shooter lineage exemplified by DOOM, Quake, and Wolfenstein 3D.
The sequel maintains the core appeal that made the first game successful: fast-paced gunplay, satisfying weapons, and cathartic combat wrapped in grimdark Warhammer 40K aesthetics rendered in retro-style graphics. Boltgun 2 expands the roster with a new second playable character, offering players variety in their campaign experience, and features an expanded weapon arsenal for dispatching enemies across the grimdark battlefields of the Warhammer 40K universe.
The game is available across multiple platforms, including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, ensuring broad accessibility for players regardless of their preferred hardware.
Despite these additions, critical coverage identifies a significant weakness: the AI behavior of enemy units lacks intelligence. Described as “dumb enemies,” this limitation represents the game’s primary drawback and may impact long-term engagement for players seeking more challenging or sophisticated opponent tactics.
Nevertheless, Boltgun 2 appears to deliver on its core promise of providing more cathartic slaughter that defined its predecessor, appealing to players seeking straightforward, action-focused gameplay without the complexity of modern military shooters.