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Henry Cavill's Warhammer 40,000 project at Amazon announces involvement of popular horror director, reminding…
Games Workshop's 2026 financial report confirms their long-term partnership with Amazon Studios for Warhammer 40,000 film and TV adaptations, with Henry Cavill attached as star and executive producer. Horror director Mike Flanagan has been brought on board and is set to begin scripting after initial outlines were completed.
Amazon taps Mike Flanagan as script writer for Warhammer 40K live-action series
Amazon has enlisted horror director Mike Flanagan to write scripts for an upcoming live-action Warhammer 40,000 television series for Prime Video. Flanagan has reportedly completed episode outlines and will begin writing scripts, with Henry Cavill still attached to the project. Games Workshop, the IP owner, disclosed this information in a recent financial report, indicating that production is moving forward after initial announcements in 2022.
Warhammer 40,000 Maker Games Workshop Confirms It Investigated 'A Few Human Errors' on Product Images to Make Sure Its Staff Hadn't Used AI
Games Workshop has stated that it investigated "human errors" in its product images to ensure its staff had not used artificial intelligence. The company confirmed it looked into a few instances where AI might have been inadvertently used in image depictions.
Mike Flanagan joins Henry Cavill's Warhammer 40K series at Amazon, but it could take "years" to be…
Mike Flanagan has joined Henry Cavill's upcoming Warhammer 40,000 television series at Amazon, with Games Workshop CEO Kevin Rountree confirming initial outlines are complete. Rountree cautioned that the project, along with other adaptations, is a long-term endeavor that will take years to reach market. The report also revealed a Warhammer 40K animated series featuring Space Marines and an episode set in the Age of Sigmar universe for Amazon's Secret Level season 2.
'I Thought This Would Be Drama Free, How Wrong I Was' — Games Workshop Secured a £7.8 Million Refund on Donald Trump's Tariffs, but Iran War Threatens Supply Chain
Games Workshop, the maker of Warhammer, has successfully obtained a £7.8 million refund on tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. However, the company's supply chain is facing new threats due to geopolitical events, including the Iran War.
The Most Anticipated Warhammer 40,000 Animation Ever Finally Has a Release Date
Games Workshop has announced the release date for the highly anticipated animated series Warhammer 40,000: Astartes 2. This news comes after years of anticipation from fans of the franchise.
Everyone wants Kill Team Exodite for dinosaur riders, but they're missing the hidden gem underneath
While the dinosaur-riding Exodites are the main draw for Kill Team: Exodite, the article argues the true hidden gem is its in-depth singleplayer or co-op campaign. This campaign offers a more engaging experience than expected, feeling more like a top-tier board game and providing a legitimate solo mode for Warhammer 40,000 fans.
The new Warhammer Blood Bowl published by Slitherine will be out in fall, and I'm looking forward to it because I…
Slitherine will release Warhammer Blood Bowl in fall, an update to Blood Bowl 3 that brings it in line with the tabletop game's third season edition. The update will include two new teams, Tomb Kings and Bretonnians, and a new "Rumble Mode." Players who own Blood Bowl 3 will receive Warhammer Blood Bowl for free, with existing teams and cosmetics carrying over.
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 Named Character List Swells With Another Ork Warboss — and a Hint at How They Will Work in the Game
Games Workshop has confirmed that Ork Warboss Nazdreg Ug Urdgrub will be featured in the upcoming strategy game Total War: Warhammer 40,000, developed by Creative Assembly. This announcement coincides with the release of a new miniature for the Warhammer 40,000 tabletop game.
This is the most balanced start to a Warhammer 40K edition that I can remember, but there's still room for…
Warhammer 40,000 11th Edition offers a refined experience with significant overhauls to terrain, objectives, and mission structures, leading to more engaging gameplay and list building. While generally well-balanced, some disposition rules like 'Purge the Foe' and 'Disruption' present challenges, and the return of 'toeing into terrain' may favor fast-firing units. Future codexes for Orks and Space Marines are anticipated to further impact the game's meta.
The Ogor Mawtribes have won me over with how gross their mechanics are, and this Warhammer Age of Sigmar army is truly…
The Ogor Mawtribes army set for Warhammer Age of Sigmar offers a unique blend of thematic grossness and impactful gameplay mechanics. This review highlights how the faction's focus on hitting hard and eating makes for a fun, if brutal, wargaming experience. The article also touches on the history of the Ogors and the recent model refresh.
After Space Marine 2 'literally changed everything', Saber Interactive has been inundated with offers from major licenses: 'We are in a very fortunate position to turn down more than we can accept'
Saber Interactive's Chief Creative Officer Tim Willits stated that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2's success has significantly boosted the studio's reputation and led to numerous offers from major license holders. The company is now in a strong position to selectively choose future projects, aiming to leverage existing fanbases for safer bets like Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival.
One of my favorite Warhammer 40,000 books is getting an unexpected sequel
Games Workshop has announced a sequel to the Warhammer 40,000 novel 'The Infinite and the Divine', titled 'The Wicked and the Warped'. The new book will again feature the rival Necrons, Orikan the Diviner and Trazyn the Infinite, working together. The original novel's author, Robert Rath, is returning for the sequel, which does not yet have a release date.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader on Switch 2: Major Update and Free DLCs
Owlcat Games has released a major update for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader on Nintendo Switch 2, addressing performance issues and bugs from its December 2025 launch. To compensate for the initial poor state, all future DLCs and Deluxe Edition content will be free for Nintendo Switch 2 players. The game has also surpassed two million copies sold across all platforms.
Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader gets "massive update" on Switch 2 following disappointing launch, all DLC and expansions now free
Owlcat Games is releasing a significant update for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader on Nintendo Switch to address bugs and improve performance following a disappointing launch. As an apology, all current and future DLC, including the Digital Deluxe content and expansions like Void Shadows and Lex Imperialis, will be free for Switch owners. A physical release is also planned for October 2026.
Some days I fondly recall Warhammer 40k's first Inquisitor was called 'Obiwan Sherlock Clousseau' and he's still too powerful to be retconned.
This article fondly recalls the character of Obiwan Sherlock Clousseau, the first Inquisitor depicted in Warhammer 40,000's original Rogue Trader in 1987. Despite his eccentric name and unique equipment, he was never retconned and remains a memorable part of the game's lore, with the author hoping for his potential return.
"Smuggle chainsaws onto the pitch": What Blood Bowl's new publisher thinks the World Cup can learn from Warhammer
Strategy game publisher Slitherine has signed a deal with Cyanide Studios to continue the development of Blood Bowl 3, which will be renamed Warhammer Blood Bowl. Slitherine's director of publishing, Marco Minoli, expressed a desire for the World Cup to learn from Blood Bowl's tournament management and embrace more 'casual violence.' The new publishing arrangement aims to simplify the game experience, honor previous player promises, and adapt to the live service model, which is new for Slitherine.
Darktide's new Skitarii class is its most unique yet, but it also advances our understanding of Warhammer 40k lore
The new Skitarii class in Warhammer 40,000: Darktide offers a unique, support-focused playstyle that advances the game's lore by defining previously ambiguous elements of the Skitarii's identity. Developer Fatshark is praised for creating a distinct class that emphasizes teamwork and lore integration, moving beyond a purely combat-centric design.
Warhammer: The Old World Core Set is crunchy, complex, and the best introduction to the game you could hope for
The Warhammer: The Old World Core Set is presented as an excellent, albeit complex, introduction to the wargame, offering two manageable armies and in-depth rules. While it provides a satisfyingly crunchy tactical experience with a grand sense of scale, the article notes its high complexity and the need for more player aids to ease the learning curve.
Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report shows off a full multiplayer battle
King Art Games has released a new Battlefield Report for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, showcasing a 1v1 multiplayer match between the Space Marines and Orks. The video highlights faction differences and familiar real-time strategy gameplay. The game is set to release on September 17th and will feature four factions, including Adeptus Mechanicus and Necrons, along with a Conquest Mode and mission editor.
