Relic has unveiled Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition, a contemporary remake of its two-decade-old RTS masterpiece.
Scheduled for PC release via Steam and GOG later this year, this Definitive Edition delivers the authentic Dawn of War experience while optimizing it for modern systems. IGN secured an exclusive interview with design director Philippe Boulle covering all upgrade details - essential reading for any Dawn of War enthusiast.
Fans have eagerly awaited the franchise's return, and this remastered original - widely regarded as one of Warhammer 40,000's finest adaptations - could mark the first step toward future installments. Many hope Relic will leverage this launch to potentially develop a brand-new sequel.
The comprehensive package includes every campaign, expansion, playable faction (nine total), and battle map (over 200) from the original series. Visual enhancements include native 4K resolution support, quadruple-resolution textures, and advanced lighting systems that preserve the classic aesthetic while modernizing environmental details, weapon effects, and unit appearances.
Gameplay improvements feature an expanded camera zoom for better battlefield awareness, redesigned UI scaling for widescreen displays, and conversion to a 64-bit architecture to support both new mods and legacy community creations spanning two decades.
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"This Definitive Edition honors Dawn of War's legacy while introducing this landmark Warhammer 40,000 title to new generations," said Relic Entertainment CEO Justin Dowdeswell.
"With Warhammer 40,000's unprecedented popularity, we're creating opportunities for fresh audiences to discover where our beloved franchise began while giving veterans the ultimate way to revisit these classic battles."
The announcement debuted during Warhammer Skulls 2025. For those who missed the showcase, all major reveals and trailers remain available online.
