Space Hulk is a Forever Game (Review)

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  • Опубліковано 18 гру 2024

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  • @gabrielwannes9220
    @gabrielwannes9220 11 днів тому +11

    Just had to drop a comment for this awesome game. It will never leave my collection. Such an masterclass in board game production and presentation. The terminator miniatures are still some of my favorite space marine sculpts all these years later.

  • @RobOngrui
    @RobOngrui 10 днів тому +5

    And now it will be even more expensive on the secondary market :(

  • @oliwardcomics
    @oliwardcomics 9 днів тому +2

    Love to see someone making space hulk content. It's my fave board game and it's so niche these days, I'm always on the hunt for a scrap of space hulk

  • @Cuthbo
    @Cuthbo 11 днів тому +8

    Space Hulk is always the game I use as an example of "a perfect game" along with Chess (which I hate, but that's another story). The rules are so tight, the miniatures are unrivalled, the cardboard so thick you could build a house with it.
    Great video ❤

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +2

      It’s hard to think of something that couple improve it.

  • @Blaster__CA
    @Blaster__CA 7 днів тому +1

    First miniatures boardgame I ever bought. A true classic that will always remain relevant!

  • @wildape3210
    @wildape3210 11 днів тому +5

    Your channel is perfect for me. I shelved this game for a long while and was inspired to dust it off and give the marines another mission. This one feels the tension all the time. Sometimes you feel like it will all be a cakewalk and the next you are on the ropes. I buy a lot of games you recommend. The latest is the Flying Ostriches. Man that one is fun! You post the video and I will watch it. Happy Holidays!

    • @arikwolf3777
      @arikwolf3777 11 днів тому +3

      I bought Flying Ostriches and Floating Castles, and a lot of others, based on his review as well. This game, however, I already had. I'm glad he made this video.
      TLDR: Ditto, what you said. 😃

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +3

      Thank you! Glad you like the episodes. :)

    • @wildape3210
      @wildape3210 11 днів тому +2

      Back when I played the arcade game it captured my imagination. This RPG filled the void. Yep, this channel will get you reach for your wallet. Great adventures to you!

  • @vincenzodeconcilio7610
    @vincenzodeconcilio7610 10 днів тому +2

    I only own SH 2nd Ed; at the time 3rd & 4th editions were published, they were too expensive for me. Now that I could afford, I wish there was a 5th edition upcoming!

  • @capnbob0618
    @capnbob0618 9 днів тому +1

    Appreciated the Here's Negan reference for a solo/coop game that provides similar tension! I have memories playing Space Hulk as a kid, but now I'd much rather play a cooperative than competitive game when possible.

  • @jeffwhite2280
    @jeffwhite2280 10 днів тому +6

    There is a Barnes and Noble edition version of this in the Space Marines Adventures line, Tyranids Attack. I just saw it today. It’s $35. Less table presence and only 5 Space Marines, but you can totally see what they are going for.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +2

      Yeah! I’ve got the first Space Marines Adventures game from B&N. It’s ok. Great price.

    • @vincenzodeconcilio7610
      @vincenzodeconcilio7610 10 днів тому

      sad that is a B&N exclusive, can't get it here in UK/Europe without doing weird stuff like services that forward shipping

    • @kevinstricklen7579
      @kevinstricklen7579 9 днів тому

      @@TheDungeonDive
      The new one, Tyranid Attack is a direct re-skin of Labyrinth of the Necrons and is not Space Hulk in any way beyond that they used the art/graphics for the floor tiles.

  • @Scotch5ailor
    @Scotch5ailor 9 днів тому +2

    One of the greatest, you captured it's essence well.

  • @Zombiewski
    @Zombiewski 7 днів тому +1

    I'm currently repainting my minis for this edition, and I can't wait to get it back to the table.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  7 днів тому

      Sounds fun! Hope they turn out to your liking.

  • @jonanjello
    @jonanjello 10 днів тому +4

    Good choice for a forever game. I purchased a used 1st edition copy on eBay in the early 00’s, and definitely bought the 3rd edition in 2009. Space Hulk fans might enjoy Forlorn: Hope. It’s currently out of print but supposedly Worthington Publishing/Pungo Games is going to release a new edition.. great episode, Daniel. Thanks

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      Oh nice! That Forlorn: Hope looks pretty cool!

    • @Jux925
      @Jux925 9 днів тому +1

      Floron: Hope -- looks cool.
      Another one, a nice little smart game is "The Awful Green Things From Outer Space". And of course the latest Alien franchise game, where they use pips as well.

  • @Johnnied4life
    @Johnnied4life 2 дні тому +1

    Heck yeah, one of my favs. Excited to check this out

  • @lippythelion8627
    @lippythelion8627 10 днів тому +2

    I would love a copy but not at £250+ for 2nd hand

  • @haxan6663
    @haxan6663 11 днів тому +3

    Such a great game. A mainstay of my collection.

  • @THX-to6gg
    @THX-to6gg 10 днів тому +2

    2nd Edition is quite good too in fact I wish GW would have incorporated some of its mechanics into the later editions; especially the flamer and Assault Cannon rules.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому

      I dont think I’ve ever played 2e.

    • @THX-to6gg
      @THX-to6gg 10 днів тому +2

      @ It was the black sheep of the Space Hulk family for a while but a lot of players enjoy it now. It has some interesting features.

  • @PiterMorbid
    @PiterMorbid 10 днів тому +2

    This one's a classic and yes, one of the best productions ever (maybe tied with Mechs vs Minions?). There are some solo community variants that I'm keen to playing

  • @GamingWithGeo
    @GamingWithGeo 10 днів тому +1

    I've been a fan of Space Hulk ever since I discovered the PC DOS version of the game back in the 90's. I've played every digital version of it ever since. Never played the tabletop version of it however, but I do own a sealed copy of the 3rd edition.

  • @Jux925
    @Jux925 9 днів тому +1

    Well put. It is great minimalist game with high tension. But bare in mind this is not a dungeon crawl -- there is not exploration here. It is more tactical skirmish game in "dungeon". But there are tons of custom home-brew expansions. Genestealer-cults and other races to fight with or against. I have this game as my most-valuable/precious game in my collection. Not because of monetary value, but just a state of art value. Perfection.
    Highly recommend, but for some odd reason GW does not produce it. Even though the latest W40k introduced new models for Genestealers and Space Marine Terminators, this game was not re-released. Probably because the models are scaled up compared to older miniatures, it would be even more difficult to to apply them in the board game.
    But I would say it would be worth it to custom build this game as a hobby project. I would make custom tiles (there are print versions out there) and with 3d printing options available, one could scale the models to 80% smaller and have a nice board game size. There are free rules and expanded rules in FB group.

  • @davidk6269
    @davidk6269 11 днів тому +2

    YES!!!!! First for the immortal Space Hulk!!!!!!

  • @mrfaldor
    @mrfaldor 11 днів тому +2

    I love this game! I bought the third edition and actually painted all the figures. I need to break it out again.

  • @tomstoffelsound
    @tomstoffelsound 11 днів тому +1

    Would love to see a Here’s Negan review, it looks awesome as well!

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +1

      I’ve got 3 videos on it! Just search on the channel, and you’ll find them.

  • @stevewik2280
    @stevewik2280 2 дні тому

    The genius of Space Hulk is that it is perfectly designed for situations where one person knows the rules and one person has never played. Just let the noob run the 'Stealers. Super forgiving, simple to understand and incredibly fun for them. I remember the evil fun of having a 'stealer blip that represented ZERO 'stealers (It was supposed to represent a "scanner malfunction". I think they may have removed this in newer revisions?) and tormenting the marine player by keeping it lurking just out of line of sight so he'd waste points keeping a terminator on overwatch waiting for me to reveal it. lol I always wanted to make multi-level 3d Space Hulk maps using Necromunda terrain from the old box set.

  • @nickellingham1764
    @nickellingham1764 11 днів тому +2

    There's is a board game of Aliens that works something similar to S.H. Think it was rereleased quite recently. The minis are lovely, but unless you are a fairly proficient painter, its best not to paint them IMO!!

  • @81hewp
    @81hewp 10 днів тому +3

    The card game Death Angel and its expansions are also fun.

  • @solitaryrpg
    @solitaryrpg 11 днів тому +2

    One of my favorite GW games. Still not sure why with is not just a regular available product at the big box stores.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +2

      I know - it really should be. I think they'd steadily sell enough copies for it to be an evergreen game.

  • @crazyvolucris
    @crazyvolucris 10 днів тому +1

    I Adore this game... still got my first edition fully painted... so much fun to play it. 😍 Very cool Video, totally capture the fascination this game is infesting it's players 😉

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому

      I know you're a massive fan of the game! :)

  • @flipz101
    @flipz101 11 днів тому +3

    Completely agree! This is also my forever game! I ended up selling my 2014 edition though and buying the original one again, plus Deathwing, it’s the best version!

    • @samurguybriyongtan146
      @samurguybriyongtan146 10 днів тому

      Why did you decide to get the older version?

    • @flipz101
      @flipz101 10 днів тому +1

      @ a few reasons,
      1) I wasn’t keen on the dynamic models in the new versions and they can be quite hard to fit on the squares when crowded, plus a game that is so Inportant for a figures ‘facing’, I found it odd that the figures didn’t all immediately obvious which way they face?
      2) I love the feel of the old metal terminators, and even the old plastic genestealers I preferred.
      3) Regarding gameplay, the old version has more to it, small rules like the flamer marine being able to self destruct, along with the Deathwing expansion content that brought a mission generator, and points to build your squad. Also there was more terrain types along with ‘junk’ to block view etc and disposal shutes to chuck genestealers down!
      4) Nostalgia! 😂
      I should qualify that my preference for the first edition requires combining it with the Deathwing expansion 👍

    • @samurguybriyongtan146
      @samurguybriyongtan146 9 днів тому +1

      @@flipz101 Ah, I see. Thanks for taking the time to detail your reasons.

  • @starchildhypocrethes9972
    @starchildhypocrethes9972 10 днів тому +2

    What a game. And this edition is just the ultimate chef’s kiss. The map tiles are just sex.
    Love the game. Love the video. I need to go play it again now.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      Those map tiles! Every time I pull this game out to play, I'm always surprised by just how chunky everything is!

  • @kevinstricklen7579
    @kevinstricklen7579 9 днів тому +1

    YES!!!
    As you’re aware this is always my number one game and I often play it solo.

    • @KabenHB
      @KabenHB День тому

      How do you play it solo may I ask? Are there official rules for this or is your own homebrew?
      Intrigued to give it a try myself

  • @77Arcturus
    @77Arcturus 10 днів тому +2

    Love the video game version SPACE HULK ASCENSION which really captures that creepy overwhelming malevolence of a space hulk and the inhuman alien character of the Tyranids. Its no longer available on STEAM but i heard its available in certain "other places". Might also be available on GOG (Good Old Games).
    Happy holidays and thanks for the great video ☕

  • @fightingfortruth9806
    @fightingfortruth9806 10 днів тому +2

    I got into 40k a few years ago. Such a great setting. The books are awesome too, I especially like the Horus Heresy series. 40k has replaced Star Wars for me as my favorite science fantasy universe.

    • @Jux925
      @Jux925 9 днів тому

      In parallel universe somewhere, they are running third trilogy for W40k in movie theaters

  • @MintythecatIsABeast
    @MintythecatIsABeast 10 днів тому

    FYI: Terminators and Genestealers debuted in the 40K universe first in Space Hulk.One of my all time favourite games.
    It's highly expandable with a good mix between complexity and challenge. The timer adds another layer of difficulty.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому

      Yeah. That’s what this video is about. Lol.

  • @ramonosuke
    @ramonosuke День тому +1

    Man, back when I got started in the hobby saw this sucker, and was amazed, but not for the $120 it was going for secondhand since it was out of print. Kicking myself for not grabbing it at THAT price.

  • @shawnfairbanks9339
    @shawnfairbanks9339 10 днів тому +2

    Still need to play this… found a flawless copy that even had a foam mini holder in it. I think I’m going to do a full 3D experience with it of course 🤣

  • @genedean29
    @genedean29 11 днів тому +3

    I am still sad that to this day I didn't pick it up when it came out, or that I'm unwilling to purchase it now at 300.00 lol. Maybe a 3d print of the levels, and buy the 10 termies and genestealers?

    • @Jux925
      @Jux925 9 днів тому

      Do a hobby project. Build the board tiles and print models. Then paint the models -- it is worth it. At first play it may not charm you, but it will grow on you ;)
      If you like to go nuts with it, you can craft/print custom 3d terrain with rooms and corridors :P

  • @onetruetroy
    @onetruetroy 10 днів тому +1

    I’m sad I no longer have my Space Hulk, Campaigns, Deathwing, Genestealer and Tyranid Attack. 😢

  • @r.p.193
    @r.p.193 11 днів тому +3

    What a masterpiece of a game. Same as you, I mostly play solo now a days. And I found Space Hulk´s videogame is amazing. Not the shooter one called Deathwing, no, the turn base copy of the boardgame. Its like the Blood Bowl videogame, just a digital version of the game with an IA. Is great!! (its in Steam)

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +1

      Oh I'll have to check that out. Maybe it's good on Steamdeck.

    • @weateallthepies
      @weateallthepies 11 днів тому

      @@TheDungeonDive there's been multiple versions on Steam, three last time I checked but only one currently available. Pretty sure I've got a spare steam key for "Space Hulk Accension" which was the 2nd version I think. It's delisted but the key should still work. Let me know if you want it.

  • @mariodasi584
    @mariodasi584 8 днів тому +1

    Space Hulk is not dead, grâce à dieu

  • @florianschoppler4001
    @florianschoppler4001 10 днів тому +1

    Since when does UA-cam translate the video description 😅 (the title is in perfect german visible for me)

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      They started doing all kinds of translation things recently! I've heard from people that it now auto-translates the audio into different languages!

    • @florianschoppler4001
      @florianschoppler4001 9 днів тому +1

      @ Crazy and unnecessary waste of resources. I mean, I am watching your content for a reason. If I’d not be able to understand you I wouldn’t watch it. I would not enjoy this channel so much if you would be translated by another ai voice for example. That would be scary.

  • @T_U3721
    @T_U3721 11 днів тому +1

    Agree Space Hulk is a timeless classic. There are official solo rules and missions for the 1st edition (Deathwing), which should work for 3rd or 4th edition.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +1

      Yeah - I've played some official and unofficial solo rules, but it's just not a very good solo game IMO. This game really needs that trash talking and competitive nature to be what it is. For me, it just doesn't offer enough substance for solo, which is why I prefer Here's Negan. Here's Negan has all the action and tension of SH, but it also adds some amazing rules for solo/co-op play. The chaotic nature of Negan, the random events, and searching for loot makes that game for me.

    • @tomstoffelsound
      @tomstoffelsound 11 днів тому +2

      Would love to see a review of Here’s Negan. You mentioned a reprint was coming?

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      I’ve got three videos on it!

  • @arikwolf3777
    @arikwolf3777 11 днів тому +1

    This is one of my all-time top 10 games. It is the reason I insist on a game having miniatures and maps to be considered a true dungeon crawl game. Also, the (1st ed.) rules for line-of-sight calculations are the GOAT. I will substitute these rules into any game that has LOS that uses a gridded map. Unfortunately, I too, have a difficult time finding a second player.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +1

      I forget the LOS rules for 1st edition. What is it you like about them so much?

    • @arikwolf3777
      @arikwolf3777 11 днів тому +1

      @@TheDungeonDive You count the spaces. You do not have to go corner to corner, or try to determine where the center of the space is. You don't need a straight edge or laser. You just count. It kinda hard to explain without diagrams, but basically if you're x spaces away from the obstructing corner, anything within x spaces on the other side is hidden. I seen other games use the same LOS rules, but SH rules are the easiest to understand.

  • @Mikey_Vids
    @Mikey_Vids 10 днів тому +3

    Yesterday I stumbled upon an upcoming game called Enormity, described as Nemesis meets Space Hulk. It was fun to see a Space Hulk video on the channel the next day. Also, Claustrophobia is great 2-player perfection that would be a perfect fit for the channel.

  • @allanoipistoupe4843
    @allanoipistoupe4843 10 днів тому +2

    why ? why this video, i posted my space hulk on fb marketplace 2 days ago....

  • @LizardPilled
    @LizardPilled 7 днів тому +1

    Space Hulk is awesome. Sure wish I could buy a copy of it from GW. Do they hate money?

  • @joshreeve9975
    @joshreeve9975 11 днів тому

    What edition is the recommended one to try to get?

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +1

      I like this newest one best because of the production qualities. Others have differing opinions.

    • @chchdigitech
      @chchdigitech 11 днів тому

      First or 3rd. 2nd has the weakest rules, 3rd has flashy bits and first is the best. Most content, best aesthetic.

    • @kevinstricklen7579
      @kevinstricklen7579 4 дні тому

      @@joshreeve9975
      The newest edition (4th) is probably the easiest to find. 3rd edition is similar production and quality with only a few missing tiles and slightly wording changes that were clarified in the 4th.
      As stated some will say 1st is best and it certainly holds a nostalgia in my heart and I still own it but I play the 4th edition.
      The comment the 2nd edition is the weakest is also dependent on how you like to play and the preference for board graphics as the 2nd addition removed the timer and some tension from the game but has the best flamer rules of all the editions in my opinion. The graphics for the tiles were a little more comic-book style that offended some 1st edition owners at the time as it looks odd to mix and match the sets. I own this edition as well and although occasionally I will still use the smaller flame tokens I still prefer using 4th edition tiles and rules (with the exception of the timer, which I haven’t used in decades). Again the nostalgia for this edition is there for me as well and it is probably the most played edition overall for me due to the amount I played when it was released, but 4th edition or my custom variants have to be coming close to surpassing that.
      My preference is also influenced by my desire to keep both the 1st and 2nd editions in as good of condition as possible so I rationalize playing the 4th edition to preserve the earlier editions.
      Regardless of the edition you find and are able to obtain, the components are very similar and other than a few unique tiles, any of the missions can be played with any edition as well as most of the rules from each edition can be found online so you be play the rule set that you prefer.

  • @p0ck3tp3ar
    @p0ck3tp3ar 11 днів тому +1

    Great presentation!

  • @TheKid_88
    @TheKid_88 11 днів тому +1

    I bet we will se another Space Hulk before New Warhammer Quest.

  • @hariszark7396
    @hariszark7396 10 днів тому +1

    I don't have this game but I have Space Hulk Death Angel that is the next best thing for solo. 😁

  • @allanoipistoupe4843
    @allanoipistoupe4843 10 днів тому +1

    aaannnd some sci fi game !!!thx!!!

  • @Empty-nd9fb
    @Empty-nd9fb 11 днів тому +1

    do you play The Last of Us Board Game?

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +1

      I did not get that. I don’t care for the video game on which it’s based at all. I just don’t have any interest in that world or story.

    • @Empty-nd9fb
      @Empty-nd9fb 10 днів тому +2

      @TheDungeonDive Ok, but thanks for the answer. The basic mechanics are similar to the "Escape from the dark Castle/Sector" games, so I thought you were planning to play that too.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      Yep! I’m sure the game is super cool if you like the theme. I hear good things.

  • @the_Mike_d
    @the_Mike_d 11 днів тому +3

    I keep holding out hope they'll release a new edition of this game. I've almost purchased a copy from 2014, but I keep hearing rumors maybe it'll be reprinted...

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  11 днів тому +2

      It's gotta be reprinted.

    • @Official_Random_Guy
      @Official_Random_Guy 11 днів тому +1

      I'm in the same boat.
      Instead, I have models that I proxy, and some of PDF's of the original rules, and use "boarding actions" terrain and board to play this game ATM.
      I'm just not willing to pay over 400$ CAD just to play a game they might reprint.
      I just print off the pieces from the PDF files onto cardstock and use normal terminator models and normal genestealer models.
      I also have a cool board game called "lost patrol" that has a PDF file to convert the tiles into a version of "space hulk" as well with rules to play it, which is also fun.
      I play these all solo as well.

    • @nickellingham1764
      @nickellingham1764 11 днів тому +1

      3rd edition is the same I think, same minis. It was meant to be a strictly limited run so loads of people picked it up for that reason - then GW remade the almost exact same product again

  • @blahbliff9726
    @blahbliff9726 10 днів тому +1

    yo shout out to the upcoming 2d6 Void

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому

      I’m don’t know what that is!

    • @blahbliff9726
      @blahbliff9726 10 днів тому +1

      @@TheDungeonDive Toby Lancaster has said he plans, or would like to, do another game in the vein of 2d6 Dungeon but scifi/space. I believe he said Space Hulk may have some influence. I actually learned about 2d6 Dungeon from this channel!

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      Oh nice! I had no idea that was happening. Super cool.

  • @samurguybriyongtan146
    @samurguybriyongtan146 10 днів тому +1

    Love how the game evokes trash talk!!!!

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      My buddy was playing the marines, and he rolled so many damn sixes!

  • @Kryosleep
    @Kryosleep 11 днів тому +1

    +1 for the algorithm.

  • @davidackroyd3378
    @davidackroyd3378 10 днів тому

    If you like this you should try the card game. 👍

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  10 днів тому +1

      I’ve reviewed it!

    • @davidackroyd3378
      @davidackroyd3378 10 днів тому +1

      @TheDungeonDive Sorry missed that one 😢, I have both and tend to play them in rotation. 👍

  • @PeterGuettinger
    @PeterGuettinger 9 днів тому

    Ich habe nach langer Zeit deinen Kanal abbestellt, weil du die automatisch übersetzte Sprachausgabe aktiviert hast. Diese muss ich für jedes einzelne Video deaktivieren, die Originalsprache aktivieren und die Untertitel anpassen. Ich wüsste nicht, welchen Grund ich hätte in meiner Sprache deine Videos anzusehen, denn würde ich diese nicht verstehen, hätte ich sie wohl nie abonniert. Die automatisch übersetzte Sprachausgabe ist kompletter Bullshit und völlig unbrauchbar. Nur zur Info.

    • @TheDungeonDive
      @TheDungeonDive  6 годин тому

      lol. I didn’t do anything. Not even sure what you’re taking about.