Scope: Official sources describe a roguelite arena game where you defeat enemies, level up, evolve weapons and face increasingly large hordes. The tips below are general ways to approach that loop, not secret mechanics or guaranteed optimal builds.
Before you start
- Choose the demo, not a guessed launch build.
The October demo names two heroes: the Legend of Catachan and Lyssa Revenya. Both are covered in the demo roster.
- Read the in-game descriptions.
Pick upgrades whose stated effects complement the weapon or playstyle you want to try. Exact weapon evolution recipes and character-specific synergies should be checked in-game; this guide does not infer them.
- Keep moving and observe threats.
The official overview frames the run around surviving arena enemies as their numbers rise. Use open space where possible and learn what each enemy does before committing to a route.
- Use a run to learn, not to preserve progress.
Runs end in death as part of the announced loop. Demo progress will not transfer to the full game, so feel free to experiment. See the carryover answer.
What we cannot responsibly call “best” yet
As of 9 November, public official material cited here does not establish a complete launch weapon roster, final upgrade values, optimal character rankings, or a universal build. The October demo is a limited, curated experience, so its balance and selection cannot prove launch-wide rankings.
Sources & date checked
Warhammer Community’s 6 October announcement describes the core loop, rising hordes, two October demo heroes and announced content. Checked 9 November 2026. Also see the Steam store page.