
- BGG rank
- BGG #3,989
- BGG rating
- 7.5
Space Hulk (Second Edition)
- 2 players
- 90 min
- Complexity 2.7/5
- 1996

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Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion is an expansion for Space Hulk released in 1990 for 1–4 players, 45 minutes per game, and ages 12 and up. It was designed by Jervis Johnson and Richard Halliwell and its main mechanics are Modular Board and Action Points.
Every hundred years, the Dark Angels, the Warriors From The Sky, come to the world of the Plains People. From the mightiest huntsmen and the greatest warriors they choose those who will enter the Spirit Realm Beyond The Sky and serve the Emperor. Only the brave will become Space Marines. And only the bravest of the brave will join the Dark Angel Terminator Company, Deathwing. Note: This is not a complete game. A copy of Space Hulk is required in order to use the contents of this expansion. This expansion of Space Hulk adds some new features to the basic game: - New personnel: Marine Captain and Marine Librarian (psykers). - New weapons: Assault Cannon, Grenade Launcher, Power Sword, Chain Fist, Thunder Hammer, Storm Shield, Lightning Claws, Force Axe. - Multi-level games: pitfalls and ladders. - Roster sheet: Predefined squads, Command Squad, Heavy Weapons Squad, Standard Squad, Close Assault Squad, Reconnaissance Squad. - New rules: ambush, teleporting, and more. - New scenario features: crates, rubble, bulkheads, cryogenic tanks, disposal chutes. - Mission generator. - Solo rules. - A new campaign: Broken Knife's Duty (6 new missions). Expands: Space Hulk
Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion supports 1–4 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion is 45 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion for ages 12 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion has a complexity rating of 2.7 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a medium-light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion belongs to these categories: Fighting, Miniatures, and Science Fiction. Its main mechanics are Modular Board and Action Points. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion are: Jervis Johnson and Richard Halliwell. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Space Hulk: Deathwing Expansion as an expansion for Space Hulk. Expansions add new content, rules or scenarios to the base game and usually cannot be played on their own, so you need Space Hulk to use it. Check that your edition of Space Hulk is compatible, as some expansions were revised between editions.