How to defeat Neurothrope in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2

The Neurothrope in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 is a powerful enemy belonging to the Tyranids faction. The Tyranids are one of the most dangerous factions in the world of Warhammer and these hive-minded biological killing machines can destroy entire solar systems if left unchecked.

In Space Marine 2, we get a glimpse of how powerful and unstoppable these Xenomorph-looking pests can be. Tyranids have various types of fighters in their ranks, varying from basic drones to massive nightmarish horrors and powerful psychic users such as the Neurothropes. You encounter them for the first time in Campaign Mission 4 and as a random boss in Operations.

In this article, we explain how you can defeat the Neurothrope in Warhammer 4k: Space Marine 2.

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Attacks used by Neurothrope in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2

One of the most dangerous Tyranids (Image via Focus Entertainment)

The Neurothrope has high armor, which means it can't be staggered easily. Even if you use high-powered primary weapons, the Neurothrope doesn't lose its senses easily. This psychic monstrosity can summon devastating lightning attacks and empower all the lesser Tyranid swarms around it.

Neurothrope Attacks:

Attack	Effects
Psychic Ray	Shoots a linear wedge that sweeps upward after a delay.
Psychic Bolt	Launches 3 semi-homing energy balls.
Psychic Lighting	Calls down lightning which strikes random zones on the stage.
Psychic Blast	It charges and then shoots a timed pulse in a large area.

Best Strategies for Beating Neurothrope in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2

The psychic blasts are the most dangerous of its attacks (Image via Focus Entertainment)

1) Use Your Guns

It is best to maintain distance while fighting the Neurothrope in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2. It is only impervious to gunfire when it performs its Psychic Blast attack. While it's not using this attack, you can simply move back and rain boltfire on it. The weapon of choice for this is a slow-firing but high-damaging gun like the Stalker Bolt Rifle.

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2) Take Down the Minions as Soon as You Can

During the fight, the Neurothrope will call down lesser Tyranids, aka the Hormagaunts. Kill them as soon as you can, because they will try to do the same to you. The Neurothrope can also make the Hormagaunts frenzied, rendering them more aggressive and dangerous.

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3) Beware of the Post-Stun Attack

After recovering from a stun, the Neurothrope in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 performs a powerful 'roar' attack that can cause major damage if you are in its range. Hence, as soon as you see it recovering, try to get as much distance as possible between you and the monster.

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4) Beware of the Psychic Blast

The Psychic Blast is the Neurothorpe's most powerful attack and can deal serious damage. Your best bet is to time your dodges perfectly and move out of its range as soon as possible. However, you can also take the riskier method and dodge your way to close the gap and hit it with melee attacks and stunning it. This will give you another free window to deal damage.

Use these methods, and eventually, the Neurothrope in Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 will meet its demise at your hands.