Dawn of War IV, Necrons Rise Once More on Kronus

Deep Silver and KING Art Games revealed the third of four faction deep dive trailers for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, showcasing the Necrons and their methodical playstyle, built around relentless expansion and overwhelming the battlefield over time.

Witness the return of the Necrons as they reawaken their tombs, expand their domain to earn their Dominion resource across Kronus, and bring forth ancient engines of war in the new gameplay deep dive: https://youtu.be/VfL5zrHM4DQ

Ancient. Immortal. Unstoppable.

As they reclaim Kronus, they expand their domain to earn resources across the battlefield by restoring ancient structures and activating their Power Matrix, steadily turning the war in their favor. At the center of their growing empire stands the Tomb Citadel, which also serves as the production engine for your units.

Leading their forces are two powerful commanders: the Chronomancer Thothmek, who bends time to disrupt enemies and accelerate Necron reanimation, and Ahmnok, once ruler of Kronus, consumed entirely by the urge to annihilate all life.

With self-repairing legions, unyielding constructs, and ancient technologies that bend space and time, the Necrons do not adapt to war; they outlast it.

Dawn of War IV is yours to uncover

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV launches on September 17, 2026, with Commander Edition players deploying from September 14 through a 3-Day Early Unlock. Both editions are available to pre-order now with a 10% discount.

The war will continue long after launch. Year One includes free updates featuring the return of Crusade Mode, new maps, modes, Commanders, and the Mission Editor, alongside two major story expansions that will deepen the conflict on Kronus and introduce a new playable faction to the battlefield.

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About Dawn of War IV

Dawn of War IV delivers an unforgettable sci-fi RTS experience set within a faithful recreation of the beloved Warhammer 40,000 universe. Take charge of four factions in an epic story that spans multiple non-linear campaigns, clash with other players in tense multiplayer combat, and enjoy fan-favorite modes including Last Stand, Skirmish and more!

Visit dawnofwar4.com for more details.

NOTES TO EDITORS: 

Latest assets can be found here: Dawn of War IV - Assets - PLAION Press Server

Title: Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV  
Platform: PC 
Genre: RTS 
Developer: KING ART Games 
Publisher: Deep Silver / PLAION 
Release Date: September 17

About KING Art Games  

KING Art is an independent game developer, celebrating 25 years of experience in creating high-quality games for all major platforms. More than 100 employees across several teams are located at the offices in Bremen, Germany and work with about as many freelancers around the globe. Founded in 2000, KING Art has since released more than 50 titles in different genres, with a focus on narrative games, RPGs and strategy games. The company and its games have received multiple prestigious awards, including Best Strategy Game and Best Development Studio, multiple German “Games of the Year” and “Studio of the Year” awards.

KING Art is a licensed developer for Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo platforms and member of Verband der deutschen Games-Branche (GAME)

About Deep Silver

Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance.

For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com

About PLAION

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe.

Founded nearly three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences.

PLAION is an Embracer Group company.