Warhammer 40,000: Darktide
News, coverage and analysis tracking Warhammer 40,000: Darktide across the outlets.
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Darktide's new Skitarii class is its most unique yet, but it also advances our understanding of Warhammer 40k loreThe 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.
Weekend Console Download Deals for July 3: Nintendo Summer Sale continuesNintendo's Summer Sale continues for another week, featuring discounts on first-party titles like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity. Various digital deals are also available across PlayStation and Xbox platforms, including PlayStation Plus member exclusives and Xbox Game Pass discounts.
PlayStation Store Update Worldwide June 30, 2026Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update, adding new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. This week's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Grounded, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
Darktide’s new Skitarii class is now liveFatshark has released the Skitarii class as the latest DLC for their co-op shooter Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. This new class, priced at $11.99, is available on PlayStation 5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S. The Skitarii are cybernetically enhanced soldiers of the Adeptus Mechanicus, offering versatile combat options and unique customization.
Best Darktide Skitarii builds to please the OmnissiahThis guide provides two distinct build strategies for the Skitarii class in Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, focusing on either a melee-heavy Chordclaw build or an electrocution-focused Voltaic Emitter build. Both builds leverage unique class mechanics and weaponry to maximize effectiveness in combat, with detailed talent and weapon recommendations.
SGJ Podcast #516 – Our Favorite Sound Design in GamingThe SGJ Podcast hosts discuss their favorite examples of sound design in video games, covering titles like Elite Dangerous, Thief, Rebel Galaxy Outlaw, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. The discussion highlights how audio contributes to immersion and gameplay experience across a variety of genres.
Undersökning - Tredje gången gillt med Indiespelklubben! Vad tycks?This article discusses the importance of indie games, highlighting titles like Paper Klay and Mina the Hollower. It also touches upon various game releases, remakes, DLC, and hardware news, including updates on Lords of the Fallen 2 and the Nintendo Switch 2.
Skitarii-klassen är nu släppt som DLC i Warhammer 40: DarktideWarhammer 40,000: Darktide has released its new Skitarii class as paid DLC. This new class, described as fanatical followers of the Machine God, offers unique abilities and customization options through a special skill tree, allowing players to tailor their playstyle for either close-quarters combat or precise shooting.- PlayStation Store Update Worldwide June 23, 2026Sony's PlayStation Store has received its weekly update, adding new content for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation VR owners. This week's PlayStation Plus Essential lineup includes Grounded, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, and Warhammer 40,000: Darktide.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide gets a free update adding new enemies and an expeditions mode revamp as the Skitarii parachute in via DLCWarhammer 40,000: Darktide has received a free update, patch 1.12.0, introducing new enemies like Scab and Dreg Vanguards and revamping the expeditions mode with new zones and hazards. Additionally, a paid DLC class, the Skitarii, is now available for purchase.- Warhammer 40,000: Darktide - Skitarii Class ReleasedFatshark has released the Skitarii Class for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide on all platforms, including a Windows edition available on Steam. This new content adds to the action RPG's gameplay experience.
- Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Gets Free Update Alongside Skitarii Class, Adds a New EnemyWarhammer 40,000: Darktide has received a significant free update that includes the addition of the Skitarii class as DLC. The update also introduces a new enemy type to the game.
The Omnissiah’s Chosen March Into Tertium today with the Launch of the Skitarii Class in Warhammer 40,000: Darktide!Fatshark has launched the Skitarii Class for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. This significant update also includes the Dark Rites live event, new Expeditions content, and two new enemy types. The Skitarii Alpha Primus class offers players cybernetic enhancements, versatile playstyles, and new Adeptus Mechanicus weaponry, with customization options and a unique talent tree.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Skitarii Preview – The Adeptus Mechanicus Finally Joins the FightFatshark's Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is receiving a new Skitarii class as DLC, introducing new weapons, perks, and customization options. This class adds a new way to play, focusing on the Adeptus Mechanicus faction, though it slightly blurs the line of the game's core human struggle theme. The preview highlights the Servo-skull companion ability and the unique circular skill tree, alongside new weapon types like the Galvanic Rifle and Arc Maul.
Games Workshop never detailed how the Skitarii's most iconic weapon reloads, so Fatshark helped model it after a…Fatshark collaborated with Games Workshop to detail the reload mechanism for the Galvanic Rifle in Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, a weapon whose functionality was previously undefined. Lead designer Victor Magnuson revealed that the design was inspired by the M1 Garand, incorporating a bullet clip and a galvanic charge coil. The new Skitarii class, featuring the Galvanic Rifle and Transonic Blades, is now available on Steam.
Blending my way through Hive Tertium's tunnels as a towering murderbot might make the Skitarii my favorite Darktide…The new Skitarii class in Warhammer 40,000: Darktide offers a unique and imposing playstyle, standing taller than other human classes and featuring customizable cybernetic enhancements. Players can choose from various abilities and weapons, including the Chordclaw and Galvanic Rifle, with a unique radial skill tree that provides more player freedom and encourages experimentation with charge mechanics and elemental effects.
Best Darktide Skitarii buildThis guide details the best Skitarii build for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, focusing on the Chordclaw ability and critical hits for damage bonuses and ability regeneration. It recommends specific weapons, blessings, perks, and talents to maximize melee effectiveness and survivability.
Weekend PC Download Deals for June 19: GOG.com Summer SaleThis weekend's PC gaming deals include GOG.com's Summer Sale featuring discounts on titles like Hollow Knight Silksong and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Steam and Epic Games Store also have various sales, with free games available on Epic Games Store and Amazon Luna. Humble Bundle offers several game bundles for different price tiers.
Weekend Console Download Deals for June 19: Dispatch your walletsThis article highlights various digital game sales available on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch for the weekend of June 19. It features discounts on a wide range of titles, including notable games like Resident Evil 4 Gold Edition, Dave the Diver, and Grand Theft Auto 5, across different storefronts and subscription services.