Warhammer 40,000: Sanctus Reach allows you to plunge into a planet called Aleric Prime, where you need to take one of the sides. You will need to become a Space Marine or an Orc. Each race is serious about trying to protect their territories. Before starting, you are offered a choice of 2 campaigns, which differ in their missions and goals. There is a multiplayer mode. You need to become the commander-in-chief of a squad, earning points for your army. You will need to defend your own positions, defending buildings and other objects from enemy attack. In addition to defense, it is necessary to attack enemy bases, capturing control points. It is worth maneuvering, placing infantrymen. In Warhammer 40,000: Sanctus Reach, you can group your combat personnel, thinking through tactical actions in advance.

Artificial intelligence is well developed, which allows enemies to manipulate and cunning, bypassing the gamer's base. You need to monitor the condition and the territory itself, being prepared. The army will include the following units: terminators, snipers, demolitions and others. They can be close and long range fighters. Each side has a number of moves, which are made from action points. You need to use your wits to defeat your enemies. You will need to find cover to reduce the impact of enemy damage on your allies. The arsenal includes a large number of firearms and grenades.