Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command DS box art

Nintendo DS · Strategy

Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreStrategy
DeveloperRedLynx
PublisherTHQ
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Nintendo DS, Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command is a strategy game developed by RedLynx and published by THQ.

Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command cheats & codes

4 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

Ammo ON1204F9A4 00002501
HP ON1204F970 00002501
AP ON1204F93C 00002501
Fog ON1204F908 00002501

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Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command walkthroughs & guides

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Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command FAQ

Who made Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command?

It was developed by RedLynx and published by THQ.

Is Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command multiplayer?

Yes. Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command supports up to 2 players.

How long does Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command take to play?

As a strategy game, Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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