8 October 2026: Deep Silver and KING Art Games today revealed the fourth and final faction deep dive for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, showcasing two playable Space Marine chapters: the Blood Ravens and the Dark Angels. Watch it here: YouTube
The Space Marines rely on steady expansion and powerful shock assaults to disrupt enemy forces. Elite, powerful, but fewer in numbers compared to the hordes of xenos, they depend on careful positioning and tactical flexibility to maintain the advantage.
On Kronus, two legendary Chapters answer the call to war. The mysterious Blood Ravens favour reconnaissance, infiltration and precision. Operating behind enemy lines, they gather intelligence and exploit weaknesses. The Dark Angels, on the other hand, embrace head-on force, deploying heavily armored formations in relentless assaults of sheer firepower.
Leading the Space Marines into battle are Captain Cyrus of the Blood Ravens and Company Master Astoran of the Dark Angels. Where Cyrus specialises in stealth, marksmanship and a well-timed air strike, Astoran leads from the front, his mighty Terminator armour making him near unstoppable.
Pummel the battlefield in a storm of Drop Pods. Channel your fury into searing Orbital Bombardments. Command humanity’s greatest warriors and last resort against the encroaching darkness.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV launches on December 3, 2026, with Commander Edition players deploying from November 30 through a 3-Day Early Unlock. Both editions are available to pre-order now with a 10% discount. The war will continue long after launch. Year One includes free updates featuring the return of Crusade Mode, new maps, modes, Commanders, and the Mission Editor, alongside two major story expansions that will deepen the conflict on Kronus and introduce a new playable faction to the battlefield.
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NOTES TO EDITORS:
Latest assets can be found here: Dawn of War IV - Assets - PLAION Press Server
Title: Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV
Platform: PC
Genre: RTS
Developer: KING ART Games
Publisher: Deep Silver / PLAION
Release Date: December 3 (Commander Edition on November 30)
Website: dawnofwar4.com
About Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV
Dawn of War IV delivers an unforgettable sci-fi RTS experience set within a faithful recreation of the beloved Warhammer 40,000 universe. Take charge of four factions in an epic story that spans multiple non-linear campaigns, clash with other players in tense multiplayer combat, and enjoy fan-favorite modes including Last Stand, Skirmish and more.
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KING Art is an independent game developer, celebrating 25 years of experience in creating high-quality games for all major platforms. More than 100 employees across several teams are located at the offices in Bremen, Germany and work with about as many freelancers around the globe. Founded in 2000, KING Art has since released more than 50 titles in different genres, with a focus on narrative games, RPGs and strategy games. The company and its games have received multiple prestigious awards, including Best Strategy Game and Best Development Studio, multiple German “Games of the Year” and “Studio of the Year” awards.
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