In terms of incredible violence and unwavering duty, Warhammer 40,000 and Helldivers 2 go hand-in-hand. Whetherthrough wargamingor tabletop roleplay, these resources will help you merge these two fantastic IPs.
The listings below are figures and game pieces to help you create an experiencebased on Helldivers 2. The theming here is a strong force of military elite facing off against horrifying bug-like monsters. To that end, the humanoids of the Imperium and the grotesque beasts of Xenos come together to match the Helldiver forces and Terminid horde respectfully.
The Best Miniatures To Play A Helldivers 2 Campaign Using Warhammer 40k
Warhammer 40,000 Starter Set
Jump right into Warhammer with everything you need to mimic a fight against giant bugs!
This Warhammer 40K set has everything you’ll need to start playing right away. Inside are two factions ready to face off in a gruesome battle. The Space Marines and Tyranids make for fine stand-ins for your Helldivers and Terminids.
If you have any interest in picking up Warhammer or wargaming this is your perfect entry point. You’ll have everything you need to dispense some justice across the galaxy. With a collection ofsuper-powered Space Marinesand the selection of alien Tyranids the path to a Helldivers-inspired campaign is an easy one.
Choose some marines to stand as your Helldivers and lay out some bug breaches with appropriate-looking minis, and you’ll have a fantastic battlefield to lay waste on. With rules and measuring tools to play using the Warhammer 40k system, you can enjoy a classical and engaging hobby while crushing those fascist bugs.
Games Workshop Warhammer 40,000 Combat Patrol - Astra Militarum
Calling for reinforcements!
In this Combat Patrol, you’ll find a wide array of miniatures from the Astra Militarum. These can serve as excellent Helldivers with their array of weaponry and appropriate scale.
Although not as heavily armored as the previous soldiers the forces of the Astra Militarum can make great bastions of liberty. With an incredible selection of weapons and units, this Combat Patrol set presents you with plenty of options for your Super-Earth military. The walker unit that is included works perfectly for the recently released mechs for your squad or as part of the Automaton forces.
The two artillery pieces match less for Super-Earth forces but could stand in for tanks from the Automatons, or as Defensive Strategems. The armor pieces are left open verus the Space-Marine units. However, the scale of these soldiers is more accurate to the average height Helldiver squads.
Games Workshop Warhammer 40,000 Tyranids - Neurogaunts
Add To The Forces Opposing Your Democratic Expansion
With 11 miniatures to add to your insect enemy, you may bolster your campaign for liberty. These Neurogaunts are perfect for the smaller Terminid forces like frontline soldiers or scouts.
In terms of figures to match the Terminid swarms, there’s not much better than these Neurogaunts. They can visually be used as bug-like creatures and even their gameplay will resemble the methods used by the insectoid menace.
The miniatures in this set are fairly regular yet have an awesome look when completed. This makes them perfect for a massive horde of enemies, however, it will be difficult for you to distinguish types of bugs for the battlefield without using paint colors or other methods.
Warhammer 40,000 Adeptus Mechanicus Ironstrider
Reclaim Malevelon Creek!
This walking weapon platform will change the field of battle. Whether you need a mech for your loyal forces or to recreate the Automaton walkers, this model fits great. You can even choose two different builds with this kit for what you like best.
Helldiver players are exceptionally excited forsome big newslately, and you can bring this excitement to your table. Using this piece of mobile artillery, you can represent bot and bug crushing mechs on the battlefield. Besides the possibilities for your helldiving squad, this works great as a unit for the Automatons such as the walkers they deploy.
The size and scale of this figure will cast a new towering presence on your tabletop game. Be sure if you deploy this monster firepower on either side you account for it in the balancing of your armies. Whether you place it on the side of liberty or the opposition, this will elevate your game.
Games Workshop Warhammer 40,000 Tyranids - Psychophage
Psych out Helldiver squads using the Psychophage
For a hulking Tyranid threat, the Psychophage is the solution. The insectoid monsters like the Charger or Bile Titan in Helldivers 2 can be shown in full-size glory on the table with this model.
If you are not interested in the starting kit from Warhammer but still need big opposition, then this is what you need. With so many possible threats and objectives at play through the use of bigger and badder bugs picking up a few Psychophages will be a tempting opportunity.
Find and destroy Charger Terminids or remove a Bile Titan by taking this beast off the field. Many missions and scenarios can be played when you have varied models to work with, especially when considering how fights usually go in Helldivers 2. The only downside to this incredible piece is that, for monetary value, the starter set offers a lot more for not a lot in cost. Those who do gift themselves with the pleasure of the starter Warhammer box will still find value in additional Psychophage units, so pick one up if it catches your interest.
Gale Force Nine Aliens Assets and Hazards
Calling support weapon!
This array of miniatures based on the classic Aliens franchise fits great for the arena of far-away planets. You can use the included crates, sentry guns, and terminals for decor or objective play.
While thinking about how to best spread managed democracy, the Aliens franchise might seem out of left field. Rest assured that this kit of Aliens-themed decor can serve your helldiving campaign. In Helldivers 2 features such as control panels and bug breaches make for dynamic and interesting engagements. The egg miniatures work great for nest destrying missions.
By adding in objective-based gameplay using monitors and decor for missions, you can enhance your tabletop campaign. Even the Facehugger figures can find use as smaller bug scouts, and the sentry turrets can replicate the in-game Stratagems that are often used on missions. Overall, while some may find the clear Aliens origin of this set out-of-place this is a great add-on to your decor and miniatures setup.
FAQ
Is Warhammer Able To Scratch The Helldiver Itch?
Wargaming is a fantastic way to enjoy tactical combat to portray anything from planet-wide battles to the goal of a single squad. Warhammer 40k is a respected wargame platform with well-earned accolades. If you want to make an experience similar to the ever-present Helldiving squads the rules for Warhammer can accomplish it well completely unmodified. For a more personalized experience of each soldier, you will want to seek out RPG rulesets to accommodate that need.
How Can I Play With Automatons?
The faceless and violent bots of the Automaton forces can be represented with humanoid figures wielding the appropriate weapons easily. Larger robots or units like tanks will require the use of vehicles or anything that you feel fits the desired look. Many mechanical and robotic looking minis can be found in the Warhammer library but you’ll have a decision to make on how robotic you require them to look. Exact mirrors of appearance will be difficult to find without specific sets designed to represent the desired unit.
What Is Objective-Based Play Like?
Objective-based play, or objective play is when you attempt to win the encounter through a method other than the elimination of all enemy units. Often this will involve gameplay like collecting objects from the play area, destroying certain structures or units, or reaching specified points on the field. Objectives or missions could use one or even many of these elements to create play that feels more like a story than a simple shoot-out. An example might be basing your play on the need to activate terminals on the table with your units, just as Helldivers can activate in-game computers to achieve mission goals.
