- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report – 2v2 Team Domination - 16 September 2026
All four factions enter the battlefield as Jan, Dom, Orvie and Elliott clash in a 2v2 Team Domination match, combining their unique strengths as two teams fight for control. With more units, larger battles and Victory Points at stake, teamwork and adaptation are key. Watch the Battlefield Report now:
- Battlefield Report – 1v1 Annihilation Orks vs Necrons - 9 September 2026
Watch Creative Director Jan Theysen take on QA Lead Orvie Thumel in an advanced 1v1 Annihilation match between Orks and Necrons. Orvie, one of the team's best players and a former shoutcaster for Dawn of War II, puts the Necrons through their paces, showcasing more of their devastating unit roster and revealing previously unseen late-game capabilities. Meanwhile, Jan leads the Orks into battle, bringing their trademark aggression to the fight. We also take a closer look at match settings giving you a deeper look at the options available. We dive into some of the ongoing improvements behind the scenes, including changes to the Necron Power Matrix based on community feedback. Watch the full match now:
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV delayed until December - 13 August 2026
One game we have to wait a bit longer on is Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, which has moved from September to December 3rd. Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/08/warhammer-40-000-dawn-of-war-iv-delayed-until-december/
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV – Release Date Update - 12 August 2026
We have an important update to share about the launch of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV.We've made the decision to move the game's launch date to 3rd December. In this video, we explain why we're taking additional time and what you can expect from us in the lead-up to release.Thank you to everyone who has joined the playtests and shared feedback with us throughout development. Your support has been invaluable, and we're excited to continue this journey together.Watch the full update from Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Game Director Jan Theysen:
- Introducing the cast of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - 5 August 2026
In Dawn of War IV, you will fight through 70+ campaign missions solo or with a friend as you experience a story written by none other than Black Library author John French. Ahead of the game’s release, we wanted to introduce some of the incredible voice talent helping bring Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV to life, along with some of the characters you can expect to encounter during your fight for the planet Kronus! Brian Drummond – Warboss GorgutzMeet the voice behind one of the most feared and unforgettable warlords ever to shout, "WAAAGH!” Brian Drummond is an award-winning Canadian voice actor whose powerful performances have echoed across animation, television and video games for more than 30 years. Known for bringing legendary characters to life, including the English voice of Ryuk in Death Note and the original voice of Vegeta in Dragon Ball Z, Brian is revered by Warhammer 40,00…
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Faction Deep Dive - Necrons - 29 July 2026
Hi everyone,The whole KING Art team is hard at work putting the finishing touches to Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, and we can’t wait to get the game in your hands on September 17th! To help pass the time, we’ve been introducing you to all four of the game’s factions, and today we’d like to talk more about the immortal android revenants: the Necrons! Watch our latest trailer now and read on for our overview and some brand new screenshots. The Necrons are all about slow but steady expansion, developing a malignant, snowballing threat that gradually consumes the battlefield. Your strategic centre of operations for this relentless march is the immensely powerful and upgradeable Tomb Citadel, which also serves as the production engine for your units.As you grow your Necron base, you’ll also spread the Power Matrix. Many Necron buildings can only be constructed on top of this powerful fie…
- AMA Developer Blog – Multiplayer - 24 July 2026
For our latest AMA we invited members of the official Dawn of War IV Discord community to submit their questions to our development team, with a particular focus on multiplayer. (If you’re not already a member, you can join us here) This AMA features answers from Jan Theysen, Creative Director, and Elliott Verbiest, Senior Game Designer, as they share more about Dawn of War IV's multiplayer. Grab a brew and settle in! Questions and answers below: What will the default 1v1 automatch win condition be: victory points/control points, annihilation, or multiple selectable modes? Elliott: For Quick Match, the default mode is Annihilation, but you will be able to select any, or all, of the following game modes for matchmaking: Annihilation: Destroy all enemy headquarters and protect your own. Domination: Capture and hold more Strategic Positions than your opponents to gain Victory Points. Maels…
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Necron CGI Trailer - 20 July 2026
The Necrons have returned. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV launches September 17th, 2026, with Commander Edition players gaining access from September 14th through a 3-Day Early Unlock. Beneath the world of Kronus, ancient tombs stir. Led by the Chronomancer Thothmek, the deathless legions march to war. Awakening from a 60-million-year slumber, the Necrons seek to reclaim their galactic empire and assert their dominance across the universe.
- Battlefield Report – 1v1 Multiplayer Necrons vs Adeptus Mechanicus - 8 July 2026
We're bringing you another Dawn of War IV battlefield report! Watch our Creative Director, Jan Theysen, and Senior Game Designer, Elliott Verbiest, clash in a 1v1 multiplayer match. This time we’re showcasing two radically different factions which bring different strengths to the battlefield. The Adeptus Mechanicus excel at fortifying territory on the map, while the Necrons apply relentless pressure that can quickly escalate into overwhelming force. This extended look at Dawn of War IV multiplayer comes ahead of our September 17th launch. We're continuing to refine and balance the game. Can the Adeptus Mechanicus survive the relentless onslaught of the ancient Necrons? Watch the match unfold on YouTube now. Back to war!
- Battlefield Report – 1v1 Multiplayer Space Marines VS Orks - 1 July 2026
It’s time for a Dawn of War IV battlefield report! Watch our Creative Director, Jan Theysen, and Senior Game Designer, Elliott Verbiest, face off in a 1v1 multiplayer match. This is an extended look at Dawn of War IV multiplayer. This match showcases a battle defined by map control and momentum. The Space Marines can bring overwhelming firepower, but if the Orks are allowed to build up their numbers the tide of war can spiral in their favour quickly. We wanted to highlight the scale, pace, and faction identity that define Dawn of War IV multiplayer. Watch the battle unfold now. Back to war!
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Youtooz Revealed at Warhammer Skulls! - 28 May 2026
We've got even more Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV merch coming your way with Thothmek The Chronomancer, Skitarii Marshal Sek-IX-23, Gorgutz ‘Ead ‘Unter, and Chief Librarian Jonah Youtooz vinyl figures, recently announced at Warhammer Skulls 2026. Youtooz creates high-quality collectibles for the heroes and role models of the internet - memes, content creators, music artists, tv shows, video games and beyond! Youtooz’s mission is to bring to life the most memorable moments, characters and personalities that bring you joy, to proudly display on your desk at work, your shelf in your bedroom, or even in your living room for everyone to see. Head on over to their official Warhammer product page for additional information including product descriptions, release date details, and more! Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Launches September 17th Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV launches on Sept…
- Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus x Dawn of War IV Celebration Event - 26 May 2026
Announced at Warhammer Skulls 2026, Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus will be holding a special event celebrating Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV with special rewards, offers, and new unlockable units! Players will be able to fight with Thothmek the Necron Chronomancer and Captain Cyrus of the Blood Ravens Chapter. This special event kicks off on May 24th, so be sure to download the game and stay tuned for more information! Developed by Snowprint Studios, Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus is a turn-based tactical strategy game set in the eternal conflict of Games Workshop's Warhammer 40,000 Universe. Experience the intense battles of the Space Marine, Imperial, Chaos, and Xenos on the go! In Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus, you bring some of the universe’s most powerful warriors to lightning-fast tactical skirmishes where you are in full control and only superior tactics can deliver victory. Expand your…
- Crusade mode returns in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of IV! - 21 May 2026
Hi everyone, If you’ve been following all the announcements from this year’s Warhammer Skulls showcase, you’ll know that the mighty Crusade mode is set to return in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV! This fan-favourite mode had its origins in the first game’s Dark Crusade expansion nearly 20 years ago, and we just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to include it in our own game!For the unfamiliar, you can think of Crusade mode as Dawn of War IV’s endless mode. You’ll be able to play these extended campaigns again and again, and they’ll always play out differently each time you jump in. They add a huge amount of extra gameplay variety to the base game, and make use of a tactical twist to the classic Dawn of War experience that we think veterans and newcomers alike are going to love. That twist takes the form of a turn-based world map, featuring numerous territories spread all across Kronus.…
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV’s release date, pre-order & DLC plans confirmed - 21 May 2026
Hi everyone, We’re thrilled to announce that Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV launches on PC this September 17th! As well as confirming the release date, we’re also excited to share details of the different game editions we’re launching with, both of which are available to pre-order right now. Launch day is just the beginning of our plans for Dawn of War IV, so in this update we’ve also prepared an early look at the free and paid DLC drops coming to the game in the year after launch. Standard & Commander EditionsWe’ve prepared two editions of Dawn of War IV for the game’s launch on September 17th. Both are available to pre-order now. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Standard EditionThe Standard Edition of Dawn of War IV includes the base game and is available to pre-order now with a 10% discount. Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Commander EditionThe Commander Edition is also availab…
- Win 1 of 5 McFarlane Cyrus Action Figures - 12 May 2026
Prepare for battle with your chance to win 1 of 5 McFarlane Cyrus action figures. These 7” scale deluxe action figures are available for pre-order today, but you can enter to win one of your very own just by signing up for the Dawn of War IV newsletter! Be sure to check your email and confirm your subscription. Already subscribed? You’re all set! Simply remain subscribed to the newsletter for your chance to win! Winners will be randomly selected in June, with full terms and conditions available here.
- Introducing Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV’s Adeptus Mechanicus - 7 May 2026
Hi everyone, When we were first planning our vision for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, we knew we wanted to include a faction that had never been playable in the series before. The Adeptus Mechanicus was definitely the biggest and best known candidate in that sense, and the team here also had a real soft spot for these machine-worshipping Tech-Priests!WATCH NOW ON YOUTUBE Having made our choice, we followed the two important principles that have underpinned development of all four factions in Dawn of War IV. First, we have to make sure each one is as faithful as possible to the lore of Warhammer 40,000 - that’s the number one priority for the team. Second, each faction has to have a unique playstyle that really sets it apart from the others. Let’s start with the lore basics. In very simple terms, you can think of the Adeptus Mechanicus as the manufacturing empire responsible for buil…
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Adeptus Mechanicus CGI Trailer - 20 April 2026
Witness the cold precision of the Adeptus Mechanicus and their unwavering devotion to the Machine God in this brand new in-game CGI sequence for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV. WATCH NOW ON YOUTUBELed by Magos Dominus Nulpherus-1, an expedition breaches the depths of a dormant Necron Tomb on Kronus in pursuit of forbidden knowledge. As the Necron legions begin to awaken, the Adeptus Mechanicus must make a choice. Undeterred by the imminent Xenos threat, the Adeptus Mechanicus press forward with calculated resolve. All knowledge is sacred for the Adeptus Mechanicus and all must be known by the Machine. This is the will of the Omnissiah. Wishlist NOW on Steam:
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV figures revealed at Warhammer Relics! - 27 February 2026
The latest wave of Warhammer 40,000 action figures from McFarlane Toys have just been unveiled at Warhammer Relics, and you won’t want to miss out on these! This latest release includes two incredibly detailed 7-inch figures straight out of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV! Blood Ravens Infiltrator – MSRP $34.99 USDIncludes 2 alternate hands, 2 weapons, art card and a figure display base. Elite Edition Captain Cyrus – MSRP $59.99 USD This Elite Edition figure features premium paint applications, soft goods, and additional accessories. Includes 2 alternate hands, an alternate head, 4 weapons, art card, and figure display base. Pre-orders start March 19th! Head on over to McFarlane’s official Warhammer product page for full product details, release information, and more!
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Faction Deep Dive - Orks - 28 January 2026
Hi everyone, Right now we’re busy adding the finishing touches to the dedicated campaigns for each of our four factions in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV. The Space Marines, Necrons, the Adeptus Mechanicus and Orks will each enjoy their own mission-based narrative as part of the game’s overall story, but today we want to talk a bit more about what you can expect from the Orks.WATCH NOW ON YOUTUBEIt’s fair to say that leaving the Orks out of Dawn of War IV was never going to be an option for us! They’re one of theiconic Dawn of War factions along with the Blood Ravens, and we couldn’t resist the chance to bring back Warboss Gorgutz either, an important character from the earlier Dawn of War games. Beyond the characters though, what makes the Orks so interesting is they might just be the only Warhammer 40,000 faction that’s always having fun. For the uninitiated, these guys are all abou…
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Orks CGI Trailer - 8 January 2026
Witness Ork brutality and the loud and relentless ferocity that comes with it in our first in-game faction CGI sequence as Gorgutz, Ork Warboss of the Bad Moons unleashes a surprise attack against the Blood Ravens as they orbit the world of Kronus. WATCH NOW ON YOUTUBE Wishlist NOW on Steam:
