Warhammer 40,000 is a big universe with room for many different types of video games. For those who have been hungry for a real-time strategy (RTS) title after 2017's Dawn of War III, a sequel is finally on the horizon. Here's everything you need to know about Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV.
When is the release date for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV?
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is expected to release on December 3, 2026. Those who purchase the Commander Edition can access the game three days earlier on November 30, 2026.
What platforms will Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV be on?
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV will be playable on PC through Steam.
How much does Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV cost?
There are two different editions you can purchase for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV. The standard edition costs $59.99 and comes with the base game.
The Commander Edition costs $89.99, but has some nice goodies to look forward to. In addition to the three-day early unlock, this also provides access to the Year 1 Expansion content, including a digital soundtrack, the Blood Ravens Story Prologue, and the Aftermath Campaign Expansion that will also come with a new Faction.
Who's developing Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV?
While the first three entries in this series were spearheaded by Relic Entertainment, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is being developed by King Art Games. This team isn't new to the RTS genre, as they previously developed Iron Harvest in 2020.
What's gameplay like in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV?
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is an RTS where you control one of four factions from a top-down perspective. Each operates differently with unique units and abilities, but you can always expect to oversee the deployment of a lot of units to participate in large battles.
All four factions will receive their own campaign, amounting to over 70 missions. A highly customizable Skirmish mode boasts 30 maps and four battle types, while the horde-like Last Stand mode returns with a more RTS design. All of these are playable in co-op multiplayer, not to mention the expected competitive multiplayer modes as well.
What's the plot of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV?
This new entry is set 200 years after the first game and revolves around the planet Kronus. Longtime fans will recognize this as where the first game's Dark Crusade expansion took place. A massive war for the planet is happening between the Orks, Necrons, Space Marines, and Adeptus Mechanicus. Each campaign centers around one of these factions during the war, with choices you make affecting how the narrative unfolds and what missions you have access to.
If you're interested in other recent games taking place in this huge universe, check out our Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 review.
