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Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Warhammer 40,000 Dawn of War 4 announced with Adeptus Mechanicus debut and new developer
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 was officially announced during Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025, confirming the long-awaited return of the real-time strategy series. The game will launch in 2026 and is being developed by King Art Games, the studio behind Iron Harvest, rather than Relic Entertainment, which created the original Dawn of War titles. Publishing duties are handled by Deep Silver, supported by a German video game grant. Dawn of War 4 is described as a return to the series' traditional RTS roots. It features a reworked combat system including an expanded Sync Kill mechanic, offering cinematic finishing animations when units defeat enemies. At launch, four factions will be available: Space Marines, Orks, Necrons, and the Adeptus Mechanicus, who appear in the series for the first time. The game includes four story-driven campaigns with over 70 missions, each supported by CGI introductions and fully animated cutscenes. The campaigns can be played solo or cooperatively, with the narrative written by Black Library author John French. Returning characters include Captain Cyrus, Chief Librarian Jonah Orion, and Warboss Gorgutz. The story takes place many years after the events of Dawn of War: Dark Crusade, revisiting the planet Kronus with multiple biomes such as Hive Cities, Highlands, and Wastelands. Alongside the campaign, players can engage in Last Stand and Skirmish modes, as well as competitive multiplayer across more than 30 maps. Over 10 playable Commanders and 110 units and buildings are available, many of which are customisable. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 is scheduled for release in 2026, with platforms yet to be confirmed.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 trailer - Real-time strategy game set to launch on PC in 2026
Dawn of War 4: Fans of the Warhammer 40,000 universe have reason to celebrate as a brand-new real-time strategy game has finally been confirmed. Titled Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4, the game marks the return of the much-loved series nearly a decade after its last mainline entry. The announcement came with an official trailer, showcasing early gameplay footage and setting the stage for its grand release on PC in 2026. Watch Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 trailer here: Classic Dawn of War Gameplay is Back From the first glimpse of the Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 trailer, it's clear that the developers are returning to the roots of the series. The Blood Raven Space Marines once again take centre stage as they face off against Xeno threats, including the brutal Orks and the relentless Necrons. The title is being developed by King Art Games, the studio behind Iron Harvest, another successful real-time strategy game. One of the biggest criticisms of Dawn of War 3 was its move away from traditional RTS mechanics. However, Dawn of War 4 appears to have listened to the community, putting the focus back on large-scale battles between squads and vehicles, much like the original game and its first sequel. Story Campaigns and Narrative Depth The upcoming game promises to deliver a rich single-player experience with four story-driven campaigns spanning more than 70 missions. Each campaign will include cinematic CGI intros, animated cutscenes, and engaging narratives written by John French, a celebrated Warhammer author from the Black Library. Players can also look forward to the return of fan-favourite characters such as Captain Cyrus, Chief Librarian Jonah Orion, and Warboss Gorgutz. The storyline is set years after Dawn of War: Dark Crusade, bypassing the more divisive later entries and reigniting the nostalgia of long-time fans. Expanded Features and Gameplay Innovations According to early previews, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 blends mechanics from the original Dawn of War and Relic's Company of Heroes. Squads now have retreat functions, vehicles feature built-in healing, and base-building has been streamlined for faster-paced matches. Resource management has also been tweaked, with power nodes and requisition points replacing the generator system of earlier titles. Beyond the campaign, players can explore a wealth of content: Last Stand mode returns with cooperative challenges. Skirmish battles include over 30 missions. Multiplayer modes support 1v1, 2v2, and 3v3 matchups across 30+ maps. An army painter tool allows full customisation of units. More than 110 units and buildings will be available at launch. With over 10 playable Commanders, an expanded Sync Kill system offering brutal finishing moves, and highly customisable armies, the game is shaping up to be a must-play RTS. Why This Matters for RTS Fans The announcement of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 is being seen as a course correction for the franchise. By doubling down on what made the original entries successful, King Art Games is aiming to win back veteran fans while introducing newcomers to the thrilling world of Warhammer. The trailer has already set high expectations, and if the gameplay delivers as promised, 2026 could mark the triumphant return of one of the greatest real-time strategy games ever made. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral, follow Indiatimes Trending.
