Full game metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Steam app type | game |
| Steam App ID | 4280900 |
| Live current players | 1 |
| SteamPulse tracked peak | 12 |
| Live count (today's peak floor) | 1 |
| Price | $5.99 |
| Free to play | No |
| Discount | 0% |
| Original price USD | $5.99 |
| Current price USD | $5.99 |
| Release date | Apr 13, 2026 |
| Developer | DreamForge |
| Publisher | SNEG |
| Owners estimated | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate minimum | Not available |
| SteamSpy owner estimate maximum | Not available |
| Review type | Positive |
| Positive review percent | 100% |
| Positive reviews | 17 |
| Negative reviews | 0 |
| Total reviews | 17 |
| Steam recommendations | Not available |
| Achievements | 27 |
| Average playtime forever | Not available |
| Windows support | Yes |
| macOS support | No |
| Linux support | No |
| Parent game | Not available |
| Store URL | https://store.steampowered.com/app/4280900/ |
Short description
Lead the Eldar in a turn-based strategy game set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Rites of War blends accessible gameplay with deep tactical battles that reward careful planning and mastery.
About this game
Re-release Originally released in 1999, Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War is a strategy title built on the engine of the wargame classic Panzer General II . It captivated players with its strategic depth and its unique Eldar perspective. This is the first time the game is available on Steam, with adjustments to support modern systems (see "WHAT’S INSIDE THIS RELEASE" in the section below). About the Game We have come to witness and to sacrifice. Our words we give to honour. Our hearts to battle. Our essence to he who awakens. The time for battle is once again upon us. The bloody hand will point the way. LEAD THE POWERFUL ELDAR WARRIORS IN A DESPERATE STRUGGLE FOR SURVIVAL! In a galaxy dominated by the uncaring Empire of Man, the mystic Eldar must battle the evil, bio-engineered Tyranids! Rites of War thrusts you into the electrifying Warhammer 40,000 universe. Based on the award-winning Panzer General II game system, this turn-based strategy game is easy to play, but filled with deep strategies that are a challenge to master. Substantially upgraded from its famous predecessor, units are twice as large and animate when they move, attack and die. Wage a full-scale Eldar campaign built around careful planning and tactical mastery. WHAT’S INSIDE THIS RELEASE This edition updates Warhammer 40,000: Rites of War to run smoothly on modern Windows systems, delivering improved stability and enhanced compatibility. Mouse responsiveness has been refined for a smoother overall experience. Steam achievements have been added, and the Scenario Editor has been updated for compatibility with modern systems. FEATURES 70 diverse 3D-rendered, animated units from the Warhammer 40,000 universe A 24-mission campaign with a tightly crafted storyline, detailed atmosphere, and varied victory conditions Additional scenarios let you command Tyranid and Imperial forces A glory point system that lets you build and customize armies with different unit types, wargear, and warrior skills WARHAMMER CLASSICS Warhammer Classics is a collection of the greatest titles from the annals of Warhammer video game history, spanning the last 30 years, brought back to life as a series to celebrate the…
Supported languages
English * , German * * languages with full audio support