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Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide

PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, PlayStation 4 • 2015

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Quick resume

Vermintide is an epic co-operative action combat adventure set in the End Times of the iconic Warhammer Fantasy world.

Global score

80/100

Genres

Action, Indie, Adventure, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Strategy, Shooter, Role-playing (RPG)

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    Pros

    • Engaging melee combat
    • Strong cooperative gameplay
    • Immersive warhammer fantasy setting
    • Challenging difficulty levels
    • Addictive loot and progression systems

    Cons

    • Limited player base and online population
    • Random loot system can be frustrating
    • Bots have limited ai and support
    • Some bugs and occasional performance issues
    • Repetitive mission design

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation.

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    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
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    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players choose from five distinct characters and customize loadouts and weapons, with tactical combat requiring personal skill and decision-making."

    • Competence
      4

      "High skill ceiling with challenging combat, especially on higher difficulties; players improve through practice and mastery."

    • Competition
      -3

      "Focus is on cooperative play and personal/team progress rather than direct competition or leaderboards."

    • Continuation
      3

      "Addictive loot and progression systems encourage repeated play; some players report hundreds of hours invested."

    • Cooperation
      5

      "Strong emphasis on teamwork and coordination; solo play is difficult and bots have limited support capabilities."

    • Creativity
      2

      "Players customize characters with different weapons and trinkets; crafting and loadout choices add some creative expression."

    • Domination
      -4

      "Gameplay encourages equal participation and mutual support rather than dominance or power over others."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Dark fantasy setting and immersive atmosphere provide strong escapism from real life."

    • Expectation
      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and challenge; no indication of obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Variety of characters, weapons, and difficulty levels encourage trying new strategies and playstyles."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Maps contain hidden areas and collectibles, encouraging some exploration within mostly linear levels."

    • Expression
      2

      "Some character customization and cosmetic options exist, but limited compared to full avatar personalization."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Set in the Warhammer Fantasy universe with mythical creatures, magic, and dark medieval themes."

    • Fellowship
      4

      "Community is supportive and cooperative; game is best enjoyed with friends or friendly players."

    • Growth
      4

      "Players develop skills and knowledge over time; progression systems reward learning and improvement."

    • Health
      -4

      "Requires long sedentary play sessions; no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires continuous attention and focus during combat and cooperative play."

    • Intimacy
      2

      "Moderate social interaction and camaraderie within teams, but limited to gameplay context."

    • Leadership
      3

      "Some players take leadership roles in coordinating team tactics and strategies."

    • Progression
      4

      "Loot, crafting, and leveling systems provide meaningful progression and character improvement."

    • Relaxation
      -3

      "Game is tense and challenging, especially on higher difficulties, requiring focus and quick reactions."

    • Sensation
      3

      "Visceral melee combat and atmospheric audio-visuals provide engaging sensory stimulation."

    • Status
      -2

      "Little emphasis on social recognition or popularity; focus is on cooperative achievement."

    • Story
      2

      "Narrative is present but secondary; character banter and lore add depth to missions."

    • Strategy
      4

      "Combat and team tactics require planning, positioning, and skillful execution."

    • Thrill
      4

      "High tension and suspense during horde attacks and boss encounters create thrilling moments."

    • Value
      3

      "Good value for price, especially with frequent sales; extensive gameplay hours reported."

    • Violence
      5

      "Enjoyment of brutal melee combat, dismemberment, and gore is a core part of the experience."

    • Survival
      4

      "Strong survival elements with resource management, threat avoidance, and team defense."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026