Warhammer Survivors Wiki: Champions, Weapons, and Evolutions Guide

Warhammer Survivors is an upcoming bullet-heaven roguelite developed by Auroch Digital that integrates characters and lore from both the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar universes. Players take control of powerful champions to fight off escalating hordes of enemies, collecting upgrades and evolving iconic weapons to survive encounters with massive Extremis Bosses. The game features a deep progression system involving over 40 playable characters and a massive arsenal of more than 75 weapons.

Core Gameplay Mechanics

The gameplay loop of Warhammer Survivors follows the established conventions of the "bullet-heaven" or "survivors-like" genre, but with a distinct Warhammer flair. Players begin a run by selecting a champion and a starting weapon, then enter a stage where they must survive against waves of enemies that grow in both number and strength over time.

Movement and Survival

Survival depends on constant movement and tactical positioning. As players defeat enemies, they collect pickups that grant experience points, which are necessary for leveling up during a run. Each level-up allows the player to choose between different weapon upgrades, passive abilities, or relics that enhance the champion's combat effectiveness.

Run Progression

A typical run progresses through several stages:

• Early Game: Focused on clearing small groups of enemies to secure initial levels and establish a basic build.
• Mid-Game: Managing larger hordes while prioritizing specific weapon evolutions to keep pace with enemy health scaling.
• Boss Encounters: Facing "Extremis Bosses," which are powerful individual threats that require specific movement patterns and high damage output to defeat.

Champions and Gear

The roster in Warhammer Survivors is extensive, drawing from the vast settings of the 41st Millennium and the Mortal Realms.

Playable Champions

There are over 40 confirmed playable champions planned for the full release. Each champion comes with a unique starting weapon and specific base stats that dictate their early-game strategy. While the full roster includes a wide variety of archetypes, the current demo offers a smaller selection to introduce players to the core mechanics.

Weapons and Evolutions

With more than 75 weapons available, build variety is a central component of the game. Weapons are not static; they can be improved through:

1. Passive Upgrades: These enhance stats such as damage, fire rate, or area of effect.
2. Weapon Evolutions: By meeting specific requirements—often involving reaching a certain weapon level or pairing it with a specific passive upgrade—players can evolve basic gear into iconic, high-powered versions of Warhammer weaponry. These evolutions are essential for surviving late-game stages and Extremis encounters.

Enemy Factions and Threats

The game features at least six confirmed enemy factions, ensuring a diverse range of threats across different stages. Each faction introduces unique behaviors and stage hazards that force players to adapt their builds.

Extremis Bosses

Beyond the standard hordes, players will encounter Extremis Bosses. These are the primary antagonists of a stage and serve as the ultimate test of a champion's build. Defeating these bosses is often tied to unlocking new characters, relics, and permanent abilities that persist across multiple runs.

Confirmed Platforms and Development

Warhammer Survivors is developed by Auroch Digital. The game is slated for a wide multi-platform release, ensuring accessibility across consoles, handhelds, and mobile devices.

Confirmed platforms include:

• PC: Available via Steam and GOG.
• Consoles: PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
• Handhelds: Nintendo Switch 1 and the upcoming Switch 2.
• Mobile: iOS and Android.

Frequently Asked Questions

What universes are included in Warhammer Survivors?

The game is an independent fan-made wiki project that covers both the sci-fi setting of Warhammer 40,000 and the fantasy setting of Warhammer Age of Sigmar.

How many weapons can I use?

There are over 75 weapons currently confirmed for the game, many of which feature powerful evolution paths that transform their functionality.

Is there a demo available?

Yes, there is a current demo scope that allows players to learn movement, survival, and basic run progression before the full game launch.

What is an Extremis Boss?

Extremis Bosses are elite enemies encountered during a run. They are significantly tougher than standard horde enemies and often require players to have evolved weapons to defeat them effectively.