"Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War Definitive Edition Revives 20-Year-Old RTS Classic"

Relic Entertainment has thrilling news for fans of the Warhammer 40,000 universe with the announcement of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition. This revamped version of the iconic 20-year-old real-time strategy (RTS) classic is set to launch on PC via Steam and GOG later this year. The Definitive Edition brings back the original gameplay that fans cherish, now optimized for today's hardware, ensuring a seamless and enhanced gaming experience.

In an exclusive interview with IGN, design director Philippe Boulle delves into the intricacies of the Definitive Edition. If you're a Dawn of War enthusiast, this interview is a must-read to get all the juicy details about the updates and enhancements.

The Dawn of War community has been vocal about their desire for a franchise revival, and this release is a promising start. As the first game in the series, it's widely regarded as one of the best, if not the best, Warhammer 40,000 games ever created. There's a hopeful buzz that Relic might use this Definitive Edition as a stepping stone to develop a new installment, perhaps the much-anticipated **Dawn of War 4**.

The Definitive Edition is packed with all the content from the original Dawn of War and its standalone expansions. This includes four classic campaigns, nine armies, and over 200 maps, all integrated into one comprehensive game. Players can enjoy 4K support, upscaled textures that are four times the resolution of the originals, and image-based lighting, all contributing to a higher level of visual fidelity while preserving the classic experience. Enhancements in world lighting, unit reflections, shadows, and new unit gloss and emissive lighting promise to elevate the moment-to-moment action to new heights.

The camera system has been improved, allowing players to zoom out further to take in more of the battlefield at once. The HUD and screen layout have been optimized for widescreen displays, enhancing the overall viewing experience. Additionally, the game has been upgraded to a 64-bit platform, which supports the modding community's ongoing efforts and ensures compatibility with over two decades of community-created mods.

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View 11 Images“The Definitive Edition celebrates the original Dawn of War and preserves the legacy of this landmark Warhammer 40,000 title for years to come,” stated Justin Dowdeswell, CEO at Relic Entertainment.

“Warhammer 40,000 is more popular than ever, and we want new players to experience where the classic Dawn of War franchise began, while providing a platform for our long-time fans to relive it in its entirety.”

The announcement of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition was made during the Warhammer Skulls 2025 broadcast. If you missed the event, be sure to catch up on all the announcements and trailers showcased during the show.