19:30 CEST – 28 SEPTEMBER 2025: Deep Silver and KING Art Games have officially unleashed the first trailer captured entirely from in-engine gameplay for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV during the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct.
The Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV “Back to War” In-engine Trailer marks a long-awaited return to the planet Kronus, many years after the events of Dawn of War: Dark Crusade. Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/L2Q4k3v1wko
Witness the classic RTS battles and cinematic spectacle, featuring the return of base building to the franchise series, the expansive battle animations of the Combat Director and the diverse biomes players will discover as they fight to reclaim Kronus.
Kronus burns again
Space Marines clash with brutal Ork hordes, joined by their allies in the Adeptus Mechanicus, equally determined to eradicate the enemy. Victory is just within reach, until a new threat emerges: the Necrons. As this new faction overwhelms the battlefield, the Imperium forces must rebuild and grow their forces if they hope to stand a chance.
Shot entirely in-engine, this trailer is a sneak-peak at what to expect from the gameplay of this hugely anticipated game, closing with the rallying call to arms: At last, back to war!
Whose banner will rise from the flames?
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About 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!
Visit dawnofwar4.com for more details.
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: Coming 2026
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.
KING Art is a licensed developer for Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo platforms and member of Verband der deutschen Games-Branche (GAME)
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