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Owlcat Games, known for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, is reportedly preparing for its next project. The article hints at the studio's future endeavors following the release of their latest title.
After Pathfinder and One of the Best Warhammer 40,000 Games Ever Made, Owlcat's Next Step Is to Top Them All — and It's Grown to 600 People to Do It
Owlcat Games, known for Pathfinder and Warhammer 40,000 titles, has grown to 600 employees as it aims to surpass its previous successes. The studio is focused on developing its next major project.
'We Are a Little Bit Masochistic' — Developers Are Running Scared of Baldur's Gate 4, but Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Studio Owlcat Would Consider It a 'Great Challenge'
Developers are reportedly hesitant to create Baldur's Gate 4 due to the high expectations set by Larian Studios' Baldur's Gate 3. Owlcat Games, the studio behind Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, stated they would consider it a 'great challenge' but would aim for innovation rather than replication.
Turn-Based RPG Shadow of the Road Shows off Richly Atmospheric World in New Environmental Trailer
Owlcat Games and Another Angle Games have released a new environmental trailer for their upcoming tactical RPG, Shadow of the Road. The trailer showcases the game's richly atmospheric world, set in an alternate 19th-century Japan where ancient heritage clashes with modernization, featuring steam-powered mechs and mythological creatures. A demo is currently available on Steam for Windows PC.
The most deranged videogame challenge run I've seen: A no-hit playthrough of the 'Unfair' difficulty in a…
YouTuber Davey Gunface has completed a no-hit playthrough of Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous on its 'Unfair' difficulty. This feat is particularly remarkable given the game's heavy reliance on dice rolls, stats, and RNG, which typically make no-hit runs more suited to action games. The challenge involved navigating extreme difficulty spikes and complex buildcrafting over a 100+ hour playthrough.
A Sinner Serving the Inquisition: Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy introduces Saro
Owlcat Games has introduced Saro, a sanctioned psyker companion, to Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy. Saro is available in the game's closed beta and will be a recruitable character upon full release for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Psykers wield powerful abilities but are vulnerable to chaos, with Saro serving the Inquisition despite his dangerous nature.
WH40K: Rogue Trader-ägare på Switch 2 får DLC och expansioner gratis
Owlcat Games is offering all current and future DLC for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader for free to Nintendo Switch owners as compensation for the game's buggy and poorly performing launch on the platform. The developer has also released an update addressing performance, crashes, and bugs.
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 40,000: Rogue Trader gets major Nintendo Switch 2 update today, all DLC now free
Owlcat Games is releasing a major update for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader on Nintendo Switch today to address stability issues and poor performance. The patch includes numerous bug fixes, visual improvements, and performance optimizations. As an apology for the troubled launch, all additional content and DLC expansions will also be made free for Nintendo Switch owners.
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.
Hasbro should stop looking for a Baldur's Gate 4 studio and take a leaf out of Larian's book by trying…
This opinion piece argues that Hasbro should not pursue a Baldur's Gate 4 and instead take inspiration from Larian Studios' approach to game development. The author suggests that the immense success and unique development path of Baldur's Gate 3 make it nearly impossible for any studio to replicate its quality or meet player expectations for a sequel. Instead, Hasbro should focus on nurturing talent and developing new IPs within the Dungeons & Dragons multiverse.
Biped 2 Version 2.0 Update Available Now on All Platforms, Including Nintendo Switch
The Version 2.0 update for Biped 2 is now available on all platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and PC. This significant update overhauls puzzles and mechanics, enhances performance, and improves the overall user experience based on community feedback. META Publishing and Owlcat Games are committed to ongoing support for the co-op puzzle platformer.
I picked out 31 must-play games going for $5 or less in the Steam Summer Sale
This article highlights 31 must-play games available for $5 or less during the Steam Summer Sale. The curated list includes a variety of genres such as RPGs and first-person shooters, with many titles developed by well-known studios like Larian and BioWare.
WH40K: Rogue Trader firar 2 miljoner sålda ex med en fysisk utgåva
Owlcat Games announced that Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader has sold two million copies across all platforms. A physical edition, including two expansions and in-game items, will be released on October 15 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, developed in collaboration with Silver Lining.
“Abelard, Announce That Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Has Sold More Than 2 Million Copies!"
Owlcat Games announced that Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader has sold over 2 million copies across PC and consoles since its 2023 launch. A physical "Voidfarer Edition" will be released on October 15, 2026, for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2, including the base game and two DLCs.
Rule the Stars: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader - Voidfarer
Silver Lining Interactive, Owlcat Games, and Games Workshop have announced the physical release of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader - Voidfarer Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on October 15, 2026. This edition includes the base game, a season pass with two story expansions, digital artbook, soundtrack, and exclusive in-game items. The critically acclaimed classic RPG features deep story, choice-driven roleplaying, and tactical turn-based combat.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader secures Nintendo Switch 2 physical release
Silver Lining Interactive, Owlcat Games, and Games Workshop have announced a physical retail release for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader on Nintendo Switch, launching October 15, 2026. The 'Voidfarer Edition' will include the base game, a season pass with two story expansions, digital artbook, soundtrack, and several in-game cosmetic and weapon items.
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader physical ‘Voidfarer Edition’ announced for PS5, Switch 2
Owlcat Games and Silver Lining Interactive have announced the physical 'Voidfarer Edition' for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, releasing on October 15 for PlayStation 5 and Switch 2. This edition includes the Season Pass 1 with two story expansions, a digital artbook, soundtrack, and several unique in-game cosmetic items and weaponry.
A New PC Game Launcher Was So Hated, It Lasted Less Than 24 Hours
Owlcat Games has removed its new PC game launcher from Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader less than 24 hours after its release due to overwhelmingly negative player feedback. The launcher was intended to serve as a hub for all of Owlcat's RPGs, but players criticized its implementation and background processes. Owlcat apologized for the frustration caused and reverted the game to a previous update.
Here comes a new launcher for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, annnnd there goes the new launcher after a day of backlash from roaring traders
Owlcat Games has rolled back the new launcher for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader after less than a day due to significant player backlash. The studio cited player feedback as the reason for reverting to the previous patch, which completely removes the launcher. This decision comes after a large number of negative comments on their Steam announcement post.
