The legendary fusion of turn-based grand strategy and massive real-time combat returns to a new scale in Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000. Bringing the award-winning Total War formula into the grim, science-fantasy setting of the 41st Millennium, this title transports players to the Era Indomitus—a period where the galaxy is consumed by eternal conflict and the survival of every soul hangs in the balance. Prepare to command vast armies across the stars as you carve a bloody warpath through a universe defined by a single, inescapable truth: there is only war.

Master the Art of Galactic Conquest

As a strategy epic, Total War: WARCON 40,000 utilizes the series' signature gameplay loop, blending high-level campaign management with visceral, large-scale tactical battles. Players must navigate the complexities of the void, managing resources and territories while preparing for the inevitable clash of steel and psychic power. The game focuses on the devastating scale of warfare in the 41st Millennium, allowing you to direct iconic factions as they engage in apocalyptic combat.

Command Four Iconic Factions

Players will lead campaigns across the stars using four radically distinct factions, each offering a unique approach to warfare, lore-inspired mechanics, and specialized weaponry:

  • Space Marines: These genetically enhanced warriors are few in number but possess unmatched individual power. Clad in sacred armor and wielding the Imperium’s most lethal weapons, they strike with unyielding precision.
  • Orks: A brutish and unrelenting horde that lives solely for the joy of destruction. Driven by the primal energy of the "WAAAGH!", Orks storm battlefields in endless mobs, utilizing unpredictable weaponry and clanking war machines.
  • Aeldari: An ancient xenos race once capable of ruling the stars, now fighting against a certain fate. The Aeldari utilize swift, elusive tactics and psychic precision to exploit enemy weaknesses before vanishing back into the shadows.
  • Astra Militarum: Representing humanity’s largest fighting force, this faction relies on massed ranks of soldiers and heavy armor. They act as a bulwark of flesh and steel, grinding enemies down through disciplined fury, thunderous artillery, and massive battle tanks.

Unparalleled Customization

Beyond choosing a primary faction, players can dive deep into the customization of their forces. You can step into battle with renowned sub-factions and legendary warlords well-known from the Warhammer 40,000 universe. For those looking to forge their own legacy, the game provides an unparalleled set of customization options, allowing you to build your own custom war machine and tailor your army to meet the threats of the dark future.

Who is this game for?

Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000 is a must-play for fans of grand strategy who crave deep, systemic gameplay and large-scale tactical decision-making. It also serves as a definitive experience for Warhammer 40,000 enthusiasts looking to see their favorite grimdark factions brought to life on a massive, cinematic scale. Whether you prefer the disciplined lines of the Astra Militarum or the chaotic energy of the Orks, there is a way of war waiting for you in the 41st Millennium.