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Dawn of War IV Announced for 2026, Returning the Series to Classic RTS Roots

Early previews point to a faithful return under King Art with modernized combat spectacle.

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Dawn of War 4’s four campaigns “offer more than any other RTS," say devs
Dawn of War IV

Overview

  • Deep Silver and King Art revealed Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV at Gamescom, targeting a 2026 PC launch with Steam wishlists open.
  • The game features four playable factions—Space Marines, Orks, Necrons, and the Adeptus Mechanicus, which appears in the series for the first time.
  • More than 70 missions span four standalone campaigns playable solo or in co‑op, with the story contributed by Black Library author John French.
  • Announced modes include Skirmish vs AI, competitive 1v1/2v2/3v3 multiplayer, the returning Last Stand, and an army Painter customization tool.
  • Set on Kronus centuries after Dark Crusade, hands‑on reports emphasize classic base building, large‑scale battles, and an expanded Sync Kill system with thousands of melee animations, plus returning characters like Captain Cyrus, Jonah Orion, and Warboss Gorgutz.