Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition Review (Xbox Series S)


For our Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Review, we Enter the Chaos-infested Caligari Sector and purge the unclean with the most powerful agents of the Imperium of Man! W40k: Inquisitor – Martyr is a grim Action-RPG featuring multiple classes of the Inquisition who will carry out the Emperor’s will.

Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition Review

Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition Review Pros:

  • Decent graphics with a high level of detail.
  • 46.6GB download size.
  • 1930 Gamerscore.
  • Native 4k support.
  • Five controller layouts with Invert axis and sensitivity sliders for camera and turrets.
  • Action RPG gameplay.
  • The film like cutscenes is really well done.
  • Four classes- Psyker, Crusader, Tech adept, and Assassin. Each then gets 3 expertise choices- Infiltrator, Sniper, or Eradicator.
  • The gameplay has many variants from clearing out the enemy to holding an area against waves or taking out certain characters or buildings.
  • Text size options.
  • Comes with all previously released DLC from story content to cosmetics and pets.
  • Two modes- Story and Challenge.
  • Cabals in the game act like clans and allow grouping up and bonuses.
  • Strong voice acting performances.
  • Tutorial pop-ups as you play.
  • You can replay levels.
  • Stunning levels from the architecture to the sounds just ooze the atmosphere and nail the feel.
  • Set what loot rarity you auto-pick up.
  • Earn EXP and level up to get points to put in the massive upgrade trees.
  • You can set up two load-outs and quickly change between them with a single button press.
  • Earn loot boxes from finishing levels and leveling up. They have a cool opening animation.
  • A strong likeness to Diablo.
  • Cover-based combat can be done with a button press to attach and detach.
  • Power rating- Number assigned as per your total value of the equipped gear.
  • The game slowly introduces new mechanics.
  • Amazing art especially on the loading screens.
  • Statis casket is your universal storage area.
  • Both main and side missions.
  • Xbox One will receive an exclusive 50% discount.
  • You can have multiple missions running at one time.
  • Solid gameplay.
  • Depending on your loadout you can have a proper smash melee game or a top-down shooter experience.
  • Chests and loot can be found in the game.
  • Special events are constantly being added.
  • Hub- Storage, Crafting, shop (buy/sell), and extras where you can apply loot from special events and pets. You can earn new themes for the hub.
  • Cross-gen multiplayer.
  • The map in a location uncovers as you move.
  • Star map- Pick a system then pick a planet, You get an overview of enemy type and strength which turns into a difficulty level.
  • Glory- Earn points by doing missions for rewards. Increasing the difficulty will get more glory. There is a glory leaderboard that wipes weekly.
  • Unlock new modes and systems as you play.
  • Local co-op play support.
  • Il say it again but the atmosphere is incredible.
  • Co-op support with an invite and random join options. All you do for randoms is pick a mission type-Normal, Tarot or event.
  • Find a cursed chest that triggers a one-off event.
  • Dark game. It has dark lighting not as in dark themes all although it does kind of do that.
  • So many enemy types from bosses to little Nurgling-looking freaks to the screen-filling Dreadnoughts.
  • Clever AI- They will flank, use cover and take out explosive barrels.
  • Pets can be assigned to follow you around.
  • Footsteps you leave behind can be unlocked and equipped.
  • Mounted gun points you can use.
  • The map uncovers as you play.
  • The excellent soundtrack and SFX.
  • A lot of replayability.
  • Weekly themes and events.
  • Seasonal content with unique rewards.
  • Loot has rarity levels.
  • Full inventory system and when looking at the gear you see the stats of currently equipped gear even in the shop.
  • Destructible environments.
  • Many secrets to find along with alternative routes.
  • Gruesome enemy models.
  • Sell or break down unwanted items.

Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition Review

Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition Review Cons:

  • Local co-op is a bit basic, the second player gets no loot drops or exp and instead levels as the main character levels and you get a choice of weapon loadouts.
  • A lot to take in.
  • Tutorial pop-ups especially in the first few missions are constant.
  • The slow pace in both combat and exploration.
  • So many menus and needless clicking.
  • A lot of reading from tutorial stuff to in-game lore or mission briefings.
  • Loot drops are not as frequent for a game in the same arena as Diablo and Grim Dawn.
  • Upgrade tree whilst huge, Is very intimidating and not that great to interact with.
  • The cover doesn’t work that well and is awkward to pull off, especially when in combat.

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Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition Review

Warhammer 40000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition:

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Developer: NeocoreGames

Publisher: NeocoreGames

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  • 9/10
    Graphics - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Sound - 9/10
  • 8/10
    Accessibility - 8/10
  • 9/10
    Length - 9/10
  • 9/10
    Fun Factor - 9/10
8.8/10

Summary

I have been playing Inquisitor for what feels like years, it started as an early access game and had a rough start to life with loot problems, and performance issues and generally, it went badly. The devs persevered and it is now one of if not the best Warhammer games in years. What they have created is an actual functioning Warhammer 40k Diablo but added enough of their own ideas to have their gameplay feel good. The ultimate edition takes the already polished experience and made it even better with much-improved graphics and textures, the game loads faster and you have so much DLC that you will be playing for months! What I really like is how accessible the game is, the atmosphere the controls, and the high level of customisation, it’s just an all-around feel-good time. Yeah, it sucks you have to pay for the upgrade but saying that it is a substantial amount of new content and improvements plus you get a discount. To further align with Diablo they do frequent seasons and events so you always have a reason to play, the rewards are always something to show off, I like that you can fully change the appearance of your hub area, the pets the cosmetics it’s all just really good. I’m just excited that I have a Warhammer game that nailed what I personally wanted and then added more on top. Of course, it has a few issues but it’s a Looter RPG it’s always part of it. If you have the base game then maybe push for the upgrade discount because it is worth it but it’s a jig ask if you already have the game and all the DLC but it depends then on performance more than anything. Not since Warhammer 40k Space Marine have I enjoyed and continue to enjoy a Warhammer game, Warhammer 40,000 Inquisitor Ultimate Edition is the real deal and well worth your time!

Jim Smale

Gaming since the Atari 2600, I enjoy the weirdness in games counting Densha De Go and RC De Go as my favourite titles of all time. I prefer gaming of old where buying games from a shop was a thing, Being social in person was a thing. Join me as I attempt to adapt to this new digital age!