Warhammer 40,000
News, coverage and analysis tracking Warhammer 40,000 across the outlets.
"They were totally game to play ball": how Zachtronics almost made a Star Trek engineering simFormer 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 modelsGames 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.
Total War: Warhammer 40,000 reveals that battle maps will feature heavy destructibilityCreative Assembly showcased new details for Total War: Warhammer 40,000, highlighting destructible battle maps with features like annihilating forests for cover and line-of-sight obstruction. The developers also discussed planet systems, hive city environments, and the distinct playstyles of factions like the Imperial Guard and Aeldari. More content is expected from June onwards as development continues on various planet types and star systems.
Total War: Rome II is getting free Pantheon Updates with battle overhaul, visual improvements, and campaign rebalanceCreative Assembly is releasing a series of free updates for Total War: Rome II, collectively named the Pantheon Updates. These updates, named after Roman gods, will focus on improving battles (MARS), visuals (VENUS), and late-game campaign balance (JUPITER). The initiative aims to modernize the game and address long-standing player concerns, with public beta testing for the updates beginning soon.
Game Con Canada Unveils VIP Ticket PerksGame Con Canada, Canada's largest gaming convention, has announced the perks for its first-ever VIP ticket holders. The VIP package, priced at $350, includes an all-access weekend pass, early entry, VIP seating, and a swag pack with various games and collectibles from companies like Focus Entertainment and Warner Bros. Canada.
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.
After an hour in the beta, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn is both a limp Mass Effect and a leaden interpretation of a very good TV showThe Expanse: Osiris Reborn, an RPG adaptation of the TV show, shows promise in its hard sci-fi elements like artificial gravity combat, but suffers from underdeveloped characters and formulaic gameplay. While Owlcat Games has successfully translated its experience from Warhammer 40,000 into a third-person shooter format, the current beta build lacks the engaging personalities and narrative depth found in the source material or comparable titles like Mass Effect.- New Dawn of War 4 Adeptus Mechanicus TrailerA new CGI trailer for the upcoming real-time strategy game Dawn of War 4 has been released, showcasing the Adeptus Mechanicus faction. The depiction of Necrons in the trailer has ignited a debate within the Warhammer 40,000 community.
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Game Con Canada Is Bringing Mega Crowds, Mega Prizes, and Mega Stage Energy to Edmonton This JuneGame Con Canada and the North American Games Industry Summit (NAGIS) are set to take place in Edmonton this June. Game Con Canada, a three-day event from June 19-21, will feature hundreds of playable games, tournaments, a cosplay competition with a $10,000 prize pool, and guided TTRPG adventures. NAGIS, running June 18-19, will focus on industry deals, pitch meetings, and executive sessions for studios, publishers, and investors.
Warhammer Survivors Reveals the Mighty Ork Menace and Xbox Series X|S Launch in 2026Warhammer Survivors, a fast-paced roguelite game featuring iconic Warhammer champions, is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S in 2026. The game will include various Ork enemies, such as Killa Kans, Lootas, and Big Meks. Players will choose from a roster of champions to battle endless waves of enemies from the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar universes.
Fans agree that this new Warhammer 40K mini is fantastic, and it leaves the Space Marines far behindGames Workshop has revealed a new Ork Weirdboy model for the upcoming Warhammer 40,000 11th Edition launch box, which fans have widely praised for its quality, with many agreeing it surpasses the Space Marine models. The 11th Edition, featuring Orks facing off against Space Marines, is set to release in June 2026.
The AI smut peddlers have come for Warhammer 40,000 nowAn AI-generated erotic story titled 'Taken by the Tyranid: A Romance in the Far Future' has been uploaded for sale on Amazon, featuring characters from the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The article highlights the use of AI for generating such content and points out visual cues indicating its artificial origin, such as distorted text on the cover art.
Warhammer Survivors Coming to PS5, Xbox, Switch, and PC Later This YearWarhammer Survivors is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC later this year. The roguelite survivors game, set in the Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer: Age of Sigmar universes, will feature new characters, weapons, and an Ork enemy faction including Ghazghkull Mag Uruk Thraka as a boss.
Warhammer Survivors On Console – Bullet Hell Carnage Meets The Grimdark UniverseWarhammer Survivors is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC in 2026. The game combines the roguelite survivors and bullet hell genres with the Warhammer 40,000 and Age of Sigmar universes, featuring iconic characters and enemies.
Warhammer Survivors is coming to PS5 this year with new contentWarhammer Survivors, a roguelite survivors-like game, is coming to PlayStation 5 later this year. The announcement revealed new playable characters like Commissar Yarrick, Marneus Calgar, and a Leman Russ tank, alongside new weapons and the introduction of Ork enemies, including Ghazghkull Thraka.
Thank goodness Magic: The Gathering isn't doing a Harry Potter crossover setThis article discusses why Magic: The Gathering's Strixhaven setting is a superior take on the wizard school trope compared to Harry Potter. It highlights Strixhaven's more mature themes, broader curriculum, and self-aware humor. The author expresses relief that Magic is focusing on its own lore with the Secrets of Strixhaven sequel rather than pursuing a Harry Potter crossover.
Warhammer 40K Eye of Terror reminds me of something the game has been missing for yearsThe author reflects on the "Eye of Terror" release for Warhammer 40,000, noting how it evokes nostalgia for the large-scale, story-driven worldwide campaigns of the past. While not a direct return to those events, the new releases and upcoming 11th Edition with "Armageddon" capture a similar sense of grand, impactful conflict. The article also touches on the new models and the potential for players to organize their own large-scale campaigns.- The Best Places To Start With Warhammer 40,000This guide breaks down the best entry points for newcomers to the Warhammer 40,000 universe, covering its tabletop origins, books, animations, and video games. Lore expert Arbitor Ian provides recommendations for starting with the franchise.
The Emperor Protects: A Warhammer 40,000 Musical is a deeply committed April Fool's joke from Games Workshop, and I don't care if it's a day late because it's just that goodGames Workshop has released a "Warhammer 40,000 Musical" as an elaborate April Fool's joke, featuring space marines and battle sisters singing songs like "Suffer Not the Alien To Live." While initially appearing to be an AI-generated prank, it seems to be a professionally produced piece, with a behind-the-scenes video detailing its creation. The musical is humorously slated to open on April 1, 2027, with the community expressing a desire for it to become a real production.