War Returns to Kronus in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV’s First Extensive “Back to War” In-Engine Reveal

Larkspur, Calif. (Sept. 28, 2025) — Deep Silver and KING Art Games have officially released the first trailer captured entirely from in-engine gameplay for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, the grand RTS coming to PC in 2026. (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2272360/Warhammer_40000_Dawn_of_War_IV)

The Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV “Back to War” in-engine trailer marks a long-awaited return to the planet Kronus, many years after the events of Dawn of War: Dark Crusade

This trailer offers a sneak peek into what players can expect from this highly anticipated installment in the Dawn of War series, closing with the rallying call to arms: At last, back to war.

Witness classic RTS battles and cinematic spectacle, featuring the return of base building to the series, the expansive battle animations of the Combat Director feature, and the diverse biomes players will discover as they fight to reclaim Kronus.

Kronus burns again

Space Marines clash with brutal Ork hordes, joined by their allies in the Adeptus Mechanicus, equally determined to eradicate the enemy. Victory is just within reach, until a new threat emerges: the Necrons. As this new faction overwhelms the battlefield, the Imperium forces must rebuild and grow their forces if they hope to stand a chance.

Whose banner will rise from the flames?