Estimated release date

GW confirms that all of them will be available to pre‑order “later this year” and that they retain the classic Battleforce value (savings versus individual MSRP), with no official figure yet. Keep an eye on November/December weekends: historically that’s when these boxes land on the calendar.

Estimated price

The Christmas 2024 Battleforces were priced at €190, and this year we can see the Drukhari Battleforce still at that price. Even if they decided to apply a 4% increase, we’d be looking at roughly €198.

Approximate points value

Cthonian Prospect – Leagues of Votann Battleforce

• Brôkhyr Iron‑master (+assistant+E‑COGs): 75 pts
• Thunderkyn (3): ~90–105 pts
• Cthonian Earthshakers (2): 110 pts
• Kapricus Defender/Carrier (1): ~90–110 pts
• Cthonian Beserks (10): 200 pts

Indicative total: ~565–600 pts

Krieg Siege Platoon – Astra Militarum Battleforce

• Lord Commissar: ~45–55 pts
• Krieg Command Squad: ~70–85 pts
• Death Korps of Krieg (20): ~220–260 pts
• Krieg Combat Engineers: ~95–120 pts
• Artillery Teams (2): ~140–220 pts (depending on piece)

Indicative total: ~570–740 pts

Farsight Cadre – T’au Battleforce

• Commander Farsight: 145 pts
• Riptide: 190 pts
• Broadside (1): ~105–125 pts
• Crisis (3): ~180–210 pts
• Drones: variable cost depending on datasheet/loadout

Indicative total: ~620–670 pts (before assigning all drones as upgrades)

Blissbound Warband – Emperor’s Children Battleforce

• Fulgrim: 340 pts
• Flawless Blades (6): ~220 pts
• Noise Marines (6): 145 pts

Indicative total: ~705 pts

Iron Halo Strike Force – Space Marines Battleforce

• Captain: ~75–85 pts
• Company Heroes: ~85–105 pts
• Sternguard (5): 100 pts
• Hellblasters (5): 110 pts
• Ballistus Dreadnought: 150 pts
• Redemptor Dreadnought: 195 pts

Indicative total: ~715–745 pts

Crusher Stampede – Tyranids Battleforce

• Neurotyrant: 105 pts
• Screamer‑Killer: 135 pts
• Tyrannofex: ~200–230 pts
• Haruspex / Exocrine: ~160–200 pts
• Maleceptor / Toxicrene: ~160–195 pts

Indicative total: ~760–865 pts (depending on builds)

Hellforged Warband – Chaos Space Marines Battleforce

• Lord Discordant: 160 pts
• Venomcrawler: ~140 pts
• Obliterators (2): ~170–220 pts
• Havocs (5): ~90–115 pts
• Legionaries (10): ~170–190 pts
• Chaos Rhino: ~80 pts

Indicative total: ~810–905 pts

Opinions

The general tone is “almost all are bangers.” People are especially pleased that there are seven boxes and that “none of them looks like a bad buy.” Several users see the T’au Farsight Cadre as “exactly what they were looking for to start T’au,” while others would have included a Stormsurge or a second Commander to finish the job. There are also jokes about the ‘Eight’ in the Farsight box, which includes six miniatures even though, according to the lore, Farsight’s Enclaves are famous for “the Eight” heroes.

The Tyranids get a perfect box for anyone wanting to play the Crusher Stampede detachment: it’s all monsters.

The Space Marine package splits opinion more because of “I already own this” than pure value: one redditor does the math and estimates the contents at around ~805 points; others applaud the inclusion of two Dreads because “it gives you a ready‑made core instantly.” As always, your sense of value will depend on how much overlaps with your display cabinet.

Krieg, meanwhile, generates hype… and suspicion: some celebrate a perfect entry point for newcomers if you pair it with a Combat Patrol, while others see an attempt by GW to move stock after the DKoK streak (patrol, army box and now battleforce). The truth is that, on the table, the box “does what it says on the tin”: lots of bodies, artillery, and a clear mission plan.

On the official Warhammer 40,000 channel post, reactions range from the Farsight/Iron Halo “take my money” to requests for variety (Aeldari, Knights, etc.), with several comments celebrating that Krieg is accessible again for those who missed earlier releases. There’s more than one complaint that the boxes offer less value each year (while keeping the same price), but overall the social thermometer points to high interest and the feeling of “very solid packs.”

In short: seven boxes, seven styles, and one idea — helping you assemble a coherent force with real savings. If your goal is to kick off an army project before 2026 or to take a qualitative leap on the tabletop, these Battleforces are the most direct route from the display case to the gaming mat, and today the community is clear: “there’s value and there’s enthusiasm.” Stay tuned for pre‑orders and any accompanying bundles, because this year you’re treating yourself.

What exactly is in the box?

The Crux Terminatus bundles 10 new Assault Terminators, a Terminator Ancient, 5 “regular” Terminators, a Chaplain in Terminator Armour, and a Captain in Terminator Armour. It also includes a decal sheet with 500+ transfers for Ultramarines, Salamanders, Imperial Fists, White Scars, and Raven Guard, plus generic iconography.

For hobby detail, each five-man squad includes 6 bare heads, 5 helmeted heads, 5 decorative heraldic shields, and 15 extra accessories; the sergeant gets alternate heads and a special storm shield.

Options and playstyles

The heart of the assault terminators battleforce is, of course, the Assault Terminators. You can kit them with thunder hammers and storm shields to smash heavily armoured elites; the shield also grants +1 Wound, turning them into true battering rams that soak punishment while dishing it out. If you expect hordes, you can switch to lightning claws to multiply attacks at the cost of raw damage.

The Terminator Squad brings durable fire support arriving via Deep Strike, with assault bolters and heavy-weapon options, acting as a section anchor or character escort. The Captain in Terminator Armour is a shock leader: in 10th he has Leader and command rules like Rites of Battle to make Stratagems cheaper for his unit—perfect for coordinated hammer blows. The Chaplain in Terminator Armour boosts durability with Feel No Pain 4+ against mortals while leading, ideal for soaking mortals and diving onto objectives. The Terminator Ancient provides the classic banner push, rounding out a hard-hitting, cohesive core with real synergies.

A redesign for the classic Terminator miniatures

Yes. Assault Terminators have been a staple for years; today’s reveal stresses that “they’re back!,” confirming the concept’s return to the current range and updating the miniatures to 10th-edition standards.

The new Terminators are rescaled: taller and bulkier, with longer limbs and a more imposing silhouette, yet they retain the classic Indomitus look. The sculpt keeps the high pauldrons and signature chest plate but adds crisper panels and rivets, cleaner cabling and trim, and generally sharper execution.

Estimated price and savings

Warhammer 40,000 Battleforces in Europe have hovered around €175–€180 in the last two cycles: in 2023 they were confirmed at €180, and in 2024 several guides cited £135 as a reference (≈ €175). There’s no official RRP for Crux Terminatus at the time of writing, but €175–€185 is a reasonable expectation if GW follows the pattern.

To estimate savings, we sum comparable kit prices:

• Terminator Squad (5): €55
• Captain in Terminator Armour: €34
• Chaplain in Terminator Armour: €35
• Terminator Ancient (new): likely €34–€37 if it follows the Terminator character pattern (using the Captain as reference).
• Assault Terminators (10): if GW keeps parity with Terminator Squad (5) = €55, two equivalent boxes would total €110. (Inference based on the official Terminator squad price.)

Estimated separate total: €110 (Assault) + €55 (Terminators) + €34 (Captain) + €35 (Chaplain) + ~€34 (Ancient) = ~€268. If the assault terminators battleforce lands at €175–€185, the saving would be ~€83–€93, not counting the large decal sheet.

Points value

• Assault Terminators (10 models) → 360 pts (datasheet lists 5 models = 180 pts; so 10 = 360).
• Terminator Squad (5 models) → 170 pts.
• Captain in Terminator Armour (1) → 95 pts.
• Chaplain in Terminator Armour (1) → 75 pts.
• Ancient in Terminator Armour (1) → 75 pts.

360 + 170 + 95 + 75 + 75 = 775 points in standard pointed play.

Suggestions to reach 1,000 points

• Land Raider Crusader (220 pts): Can transport 8 Terminators for an “all-in” push to mid-board.
• Redemptor Dreadnought (210 pts): Trades transport for extra melee and shooting punch.
• 5 Infiltrators + 5 Scouts (170 pts): Aims at multi-objective control from turn one.

Estimated release window

• 2023: Battleforces were presented on October 23, with many outlets listing Saturday, November 11 for pre-orders (the usual “Sunday preview / Saturday pre-order” cadence).
• 2024: Warhammer Community posted the Sunday Preview on November 10, and pre-orders opened Saturday, November 16.

Therefore, it’s highly likely that in 2025 the Terminators Battleforce will go to pre-order between November 8 and 22, 2025. Hitting stores would then be Saturday, November 15–29, 2025 (one week after pre-orders).

Is this box worth it?

Absolutely. If you want a direct “smash the battle line” entry and to optimize your spend, the assault terminators battleforce delivers a highly efficient core: hammers and shields to mulch elites, claws to sweep hordes, command auras and litanies to squeeze more from Stratagems and survivability, plus enough extra bits to customize sergeants and veterans. Given the Battleforce price history and the confirmed contents, this looks like a smart buy for collectors and competitive players who want a 1st Company ready to teleport onto objectives—then keep them.