Fans of strategic battles set in vast universes have something exciting to look forward to with the upcoming release of Total War: Warhammer 40,000. This eagerly awaited game will initially feature four factions: Space Marines, Orks, Astra Militarum, and Aeldari. However, if reports are to be believed, Creative Assembly has grand plans to expand this universe, incorporating nearly every faction over the coming years.
Explosive Reveal at The Game Awards
During The Game Awards, Creative Assembly unveiled Total War: Warhammer 40,000 with a visually stunning trailer. This reveal highlighted both CG and in-engine gameplay, depicting the massive scale players can expect. The trailer showcased an epic battle between Space Marines and Orks, leading to a broader view of the game’s strategic, galactic campaign layer.
A Decade-Long Vision
The UK-based developer has set its sights on creating an expansive game set in the beloved Warhammer 40,000 universe. This ambition was echoed in a year-end message by Roger Collum, VP of Total War, who expressed the company’s desire to craft “the ultimate game set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe.” Creative Assembly plans to introduce numerous factions, potentially taking a decade to achieve this grand vision. Among the factions yet to be announced are Necrons, Tyranids, and Chaos Space Marines, among others.
Without a specific release date for Total War: Warhammer 40,000, it’s hard to predict when these factions will appear. However, Creative Assembly’s ongoing support for Total War: Warhammer games suggests a similar long-term approach for this new title. Fans might expect to see new factions introduced in possible sequels.
Customization and Gameplay Mechanics
Following the announcement, further details emerged regarding gameplay features. The developers confirmed that players could execute Exterminatus, a dramatic in-universe act of planetary destruction, as a last resort. Furthermore, the game promises intricate faction customization options, allowing players to create their dream factions both visually and in terms of gameplay.
With its potential for extensive faction inclusion and deep customization, Total War: Warhammer 40,000 is shaping up to be an ambitious addition to the strategy genre.