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Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Paramount Games appoints Nate Nanzer as EVP, head of commercial & marketing
This article rounds up recent appointments and transitions within the gaming industry. Notable moves include Nate Nanzer joining Paramount Games, Julia Gutnik heading media at Amazon Gaming, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of communications. Several other companies like Epic Games, Studio MDHR, Games Workshop, and Blizzard Entertainment also saw new hires or promotions.
Jobs roundup: August 2026 | Tim Coombs rejoins Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna
This article rounds up various industry hires and transitions in August 2026. Notable appointments include Tim Coombs rejoining Amazon as head of brand marketing for Luna, Dan Lazarides becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Frontier Developments, and Tracey Thompson returning to Bethesda as VP of Communications. Several other individuals have also moved into new roles across companies like Blizzard Entertainment, Netflix Games, and Riot Games.
Warhammer 40,000 is getting an animated series from Amazon and Games Workshop
Amazon MGM Studios, Blur Studios, and Games Workshop are developing an animated television series based on the Warhammer 40,000 franchise. Dave Wilson, who directed the animated short in the Secret Level anthology, will direct and co-create the series, with Henry Cavill and Tim Miller serving as executive producers. While the animated project has momentum, the live-action adaptation still lacks a finished script.
Despite 4 years of development hell, Henry Cavill confirms he's still starring in Amazon's Warhammer 40K show
Henry Cavill has confirmed his continued involvement in Amazon's live-action Warhammer 40,000 series for Prime Video, with Mike Flanagan attached as writer. Cavill is also working closely with producer Natalie Viscuso and series lead Dave Wilson on a separate Deathwatch animated series, suggesting potential connections between the projects. News of these developments aligns with recent announcements from Games Workshop CEO Kevin Rountree regarding the franchise's expansion.
Henry Cavill confirms he'll star in the live action Warhammer 40K series written by Mike Flanagan, but his character 'shall remain a secret for now'
Henry Cavill has confirmed he will star in the upcoming live-action Warhammer 40,000 television series for Amazon, which is being written by Mike Flanagan. Cavill, who is also producing the series, stated that his character will remain a secret for now. Flanagan is working with Cavill and Games Workshop to develop the show.
Henry Cavill is producing a Warhammer 40K animated show at Amazon
Amazon's Prime Video is developing a Warhammer 40,000 animated series, with Henry Cavill attached as a producer. The show will expand on the Warhammer 40,000 episode from Amazon's anthology series Secret Level. Dave Wilson, director of the original episode, is co-creating the animated series with John Orloff, and Cavill will executive produce alongside Tim Miller.
One day Owlcat will make an RPG that's perfect out of the box, but 3 years after launch, it's time to get disgustingly into Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader
Three years after its initial launch, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader has evolved into a highly engaging RPG, particularly excelling in its character-building and turn-based combat systems. While the game suffered from a complex and unguided experience at launch, updates and DLC like Infinite Crusade have significantly improved the gameplay, making it a recommended title for fans of intricate RPGs.
Pathfinder and Warhammer 40K RPG developer Owlcat Games on "speedrunning" its first 10 years and what comes next: "We won't be quitting the CRPG genre"
Owlcat Games, known for its Pathfinder and Warhammer 40K CRPGs, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. Head of publishing Andrey Tsvetkov reflects on the studio's rapid growth, its commitment to the CRPG genre, and future projects including a third-person RPG and potential new IPs. The studio emphasizes its close relationship with fans and passion for its chosen universes as key to its success and rapid development cycle.
As Total War: Warhammer 40,000 and Dawn of War 4 show off more gameplay, 40K fans have become locked in a fierce debate: are the lasgun lasers the wrong colour?
New gameplay footage from Total War: Warhammer 40,000 and Dawn of War 4 has reignited a debate among fans regarding the color of lasgun lasers. While official lore and recent game developments from Games Workshop enforce yellow or white bolts, many fans recall and prefer the red lasers seen in older popular titles like Dawn of War and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, leading to discussions about lore consistency versus established player expectations.
Helldivers 2’s Long-Awaited Warhammer 40K Warbond Brings Grimdark New Weapons, Though Not The Most Iconic
Helldivers 2 is set to receive a new "Legendary Warbond" on August 12, featuring weapons and armor inspired by the Warhammer 40,000 universe. While the update includes items like the Meltagun and Bolt Pistol, it notably omits iconic Space Marine armaments such as bolters and chainswords. The Warbond will introduce two Astra Militarum-themed armor sets, Demo Trooper and Sharpshooter, both granting the True Grit passive.
Helldivers 2 x Warhammer 40,000 drops Meltaguns and Bolt Pistols into battle in August
The Helldivers 2 and Warhammer 40,000 crossover is set to release on August 12th, introducing new weapons like the Meltagun and Bolt Pistol, along with themed skins and vehicle cosmetics. This collaboration brings elements from the Warhammer 40,000 universe into the Helldivers 2 gameplay loop.
Your most powerful Necron unit in Dawn of War 4 is a sentient shard of a dead star god, and boy does he hate you
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 features the C'Tan Shard of the Void Dragon as its most powerful Necron unit, a fragment of a dead star god that harbors resentment towards its masters. Senior game designer Elliott Verbiest explains that this unit's unique lore reflects the Necrons' ancient history and their complex relationship with the C'Tan, making it a compelling addition to the real-time strategy gameplay.
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.
