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I'm excited for the Warhammer 40K 11th Edition, but it's missing something vital
The author expresses excitement for the upcoming Warhammer 40,000 11th Edition and the Armageddon box set but feels the Combat Patrol match type is being underserved. While a new book for Combat Patrol is coming, it seems to be focused on new players rather than developing it into a self-contained competitive game, unlike the Age of Sigmar Spearhead mode.
BHASHIVA & THE TIGER WARRIORS CLAW INTO TOTAL WAR WARHAMMER III ON MAY 21ST
SEGA Europe and The Creative Assembly announced Bhashiva & The Tiger Warriors, the first Character Pack for Total War: Warhammer III, launching on May 21st for PC. This DLC introduces Bhashiva, a new Legendary Lord for Grand Cathay, along with new units and campaign features. The update also includes Patch 8.0 with improvements for Grand Cathay and the free Legendary Hero Taoyan the Merciless.
Warhammer reveals pre-painted terrain, so soon you'll have a beautiful battlefield out of the box
Warhammer has revealed a new range of pre-painted terrain for Warhammer 40,000, designed for immediate use on the battlefield. This release follows an earlier leak and includes buildings, scatter terrain, and objectives, with new Ork models also shown. The terrain features detailed UV printing and aims to make the game more accessible to new players.
WARHAMMER 40,000: MECHANICUS II REVEALS RELEASE DATE ALONGSIDE POWERFUL NEW LEADER SHOWCASE
Kasedo Games and Bulwark Studios announced that Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II will launch on May 21st, 2026, for Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The release date was revealed alongside a showcase of new leaders for the Adeptus Mechanicus and Necron factions. The game will feature turn-based strategy gameplay with both factions being fully playable across multiple campaigns.
Turn-based tactics game Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 will release next week to coincide with a Warhammer Skulls event…
The turn-based tactics game Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2 is set to release on May 21st, coinciding with the annual Warhammer Skulls event. The game will feature a revamped Cognition system and introduce the Leagues of Votann faction. The article also mentions a YouTube video titled 'Warhammer Skulls 2026 Announced'.
Join The Speedwaaagh on May 21
Caged Element announced that Speed Freeks, a combat racing game set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, will launch on Xbox on May 21. The game features high-speed races, deep vehicle customization, and a live creation mode for building and playing maps in real time. It also includes cross-platform play and multiple game modes like Deff Rally and Kill Konvoy.
Celebrate 10 Years of Warhammer Skulls This May: Expect Updates on Space Marine 2, Darktide AND Exciting World Premieres!
Games Workshop announced the return of Warhammer Skulls, a showcase for Warhammer video games, taking place on May 21st. The event will feature updates and world premieres from various developers, including anticipated titles like Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. Additionally, sales on select Warhammer video games will run until May 28th.
"They were totally game to play ball": how Zachtronics almost made a Star Trek engineering sim
Former Zachtronics founder Zach Barth discusses an abandoned pitch for a Star Trek engineering simulation game, which was considered after a Warhammer 40,000 pitch fell through. Licensing issues with Star Trek and The Orville, along with creative control concerns, ultimately led Barth and his colleagues to develop their own original puzzle game, U.V.S. Nirmana.
Warhammer 40K Armageddon box set for 11th Edition revealed, and it's crammed with incredible models
Games Workshop has fully revealed the Warhammer 40,000 11th Edition Armageddon box set, featuring numerous new models including an Ork gun mech and a Space Marine Landspeeder. The set contains approximately 700-800 points worth of Orks and Space Marines, forming a new Combat Patrol for each faction, but notably excludes terrain.
Warhammer Classics Return: SNEG Games Talks Preservation and Re-Releases
SNEG GAMES co-founders Artem Shchuiko and Oleg Klapovskiy discuss their partnership with Games Workshop to bring classic Warhammer titles back to modern platforms. They emphasize the importance of game preservation, the challenges of remastering older games while respecting their original design, and the inspiration these titles can provide to new developers. The interview also touches on specific beloved games like Space Hulk and Dark Omen, and the potential for future re-releases.
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 will have destructible terrain elements: 'That forest, if you don't like it, you…
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 will feature destructible terrain elements, allowing players to destroy cover and other map objects. While not everything will be destructible, the developers are focusing on areas where it enhances gameplay depth, particularly in a universe with powerful flat-firing weapons. The game is set to release on PC, with a specific date yet to be announced.
Warhammer 40K Boltgun 2 Brings All Four Chaos Gods Together for the First Time | HappyGamer
Auroch Digital has announced Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2, which will feature all four Chaos gods—Nurgle, Tzeentch, Khorne, and Slaanesh—for the first time in the series. The game aims to tell a complete story of Chaos through unique enemy mechanics and faction-specific combat styles. While a release date is not yet set, the developers are focusing on deep lore integration and technical achievements to deliver a comprehensive Chaos experience.
WAAAGH! Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks Brings Ork Combat Racing to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 21st
Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks, a combat racing game featuring Orks, is launching on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 21st, 2026, with full cross-play support across PC. A physical edition for PlayStation 5 will be released on July 16th, 2026. The game combines high-speed racing with over-the-top weaponry inspired by the Warhammer 40,000 universe.
If you want to play Warhammer without needing to buy armies, scenery, and extra models, this board game is for you
Warhammer Quest: Darkwater offers a streamlined and fast-paced dungeon-crawling board game experience with high-quality miniatures and a hardback map book. While some encounters can be overly punishing, the game provides a complete experience without requiring additional purchases, making it a good value for fans of the genre.
I've been hands-on with all the Warhammer 40K Armageddon Battalions, and here's the one I think you should buy
This article compares the four Warhammer 40,000: Armageddon Battalion box sets, offering recommendations for players looking to expand their armies or start new ones. The author highlights the Ork battalion as the top pick due to its thematic appeal and value, while also discussing the strengths of the Astra Militarum, Adepta Sororitas, and Deathwatch sets for newcomers.
The current Warhammer 40K edition comes to a glorious end with the Return of Yarrick, and I can't wait for…
The current edition of Warhammer 40,000 is concluding with the 'Return of Yarrick' expansion, which serves as a prelude to the upcoming 11th Edition. This expansion introduces a tank-focused gameplay mode and new miniatures, while also building narrative tension for the next major release centered around the planet Armageddon.
Where to buy Warhammer City of Ash, including tempting discounts
This guide provides information on where to purchase the Warhammer Age of Sigmar Spearhead: City of Ash boxed set, noting its scarcity in the US and availability in the UK. It details the contents of the set, which includes two armies (Cities of Sigmar and Skaven Clan Eshin), terrain, and a book, and discusses the high demand and limited supply contributing to its difficulty to find.
Dawn of War 4's new trailer makes the Adeptus Mechanicus even cooler than they already were
A new trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 showcases the Adeptus Mechanicus faction, highlighting their pursuit of technology and the challenges they face. The trailer reveals the awakening of an ancient Necron burial site, complicating the Blood Ravens' efforts against greenskins. The game promises a return to the series' roots with a branching campaign and various game modes.
The Ultimate Survivor from Catachan and the Xenarite Tech-Priest Eogunn Februs: Owlcat Games introduces new companions for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy and Rogue Trader
Owlcat Games has revealed two new companions for their Warhammer 40,000 titles. Haymar Devos, a survivor from Catachan, is introduced for Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, while Eogunn Februs, a Xenarite Tech-Priest, will join Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader in DLC 3. Both companions are showcased in new trailers, with Haymar available in the Dark Heresy alpha and Eogunn set to appear in the upcoming DLC.
Warhammer: Spearhead – City of Ash review - "If you've never played Spearhead before and want an easy way into the game, then – finally – this is it"
Warhammer: Spearhead – City of Ash is a standalone boxed set that provides a complete tabletop wargaming experience for the Spearhead game mode within Warhammer: Age of Sigmar. It includes two new armies, Cities of Sigmar and Skaven, along with a game board and rulebook, offering good value for new players or collectors, though some miniatures may be challenging to assemble.
