Warhammer Skulls 2025: All the Exciting Announcements from the Dark Universe
Space Marines, Chaos Deities, and weapons as large as small vehicles—Warhammer Skulls 2025 has unleashed a flood of announcements that are sure to excite enthusiasts of both Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Fantasy. Taking place on May 22, 2025, the annual Warhammer Skulls event was filled with reveals, updates, and surprises spanning a diverse array of video games. Whether you’re into tactical strategy, intense action, or captivating RPGs, there’s a little something for everyone in the Emperor’s honor.
Let’s dive into all the announcements made during this year’s event.
🛡️ Fresh Titles and Re-Releases
Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy
Developer: Owlcat Games | Genre: CRPG | Release: TBA
Following the triumphant launch of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, Owlcat Games returns with another immersive, narrative-rich CRPG. In Dark Heresy, players take on the role of an Inquisitor of the Imperium, responsible for uncovering heresy and corruption throughout the galaxy. Anticipate intricate role-playing mechanics, ethical dilemmas, and a grimdark narrative that explores the murky depths of the Imperium.
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2
Developer: Auroch Digital | Genre: Retro FPS | Release: TBA
The retro-themed shooter Boltgun is getting a follow-up! Boltgun 2 is set to offer even more over-the-top action, pixelated mayhem, and fast-paced gameplay echoing the classic 90s shooters. Fans of the initial game will also appreciate a complimentary spin-off titled Words of Vengeance, now live on Steam, where you vanquish foes by typing words—indeed, that’s correct.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War – Definitive Edition
Developer: Relic Entertainment | Genre: RTS | Release: 2025
A genuine classic is making a comeback! Dawn of War is being revitalized in a Definitive Edition that features all expansions, enhanced graphics with 4K support, and updated lighting and textures. This is essential for strategy aficionados and a fantastic method to revisit the golden era of Warhammer RTS gaming.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine – Master Crafted Edition
Developer: SneakyBox | Genre: Third-Person Shooter | Release: June 10, 2025
With Space Marine 2 generating buzz in 2024, the original title is receiving a significant makeover. The Master Crafted Edition offers upgraded visuals and performance enhancements, making it the ideal entry point for newcomers to experience Captain Titus’s brutal campaign against humanity’s foes.
🛠️ Significant Updates and DLCs for Current Titles
The Warhammer universe is vibrant and continually evolving, with several current games set to receive thrilling new content:
– Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 – A new Siege mode arrives on June 26, featuring endless waves of Tyranids and new cosmetic DLCs.
– Warhammer 40k: Darktide – On June 23, the first paid DLC introduces the Arbites class, along with a complimentary update that enhances difficulty and tutorials.
– Warhammer: Vermintide 2 – The concluding mission of the Verminous Dreams campaign is now active, available for Game Pass users.
– Total War: Warhammer 3 – The upcoming DLC, Tides of Torment, introduces new legendary lords, one of whom is dedicated to the Chaos God Slaanesh.
– Warhammer 40k: Battlesector – A new DLC adds a Sisters of Battle vs. Orks campaign, plus a free Crusader mode and additional units.
– Warhammer 40k: Gladius – Relic of War – A new DLC broadens unit rosters for various factions.
– Blood Bowl 3 – Season 5 launches on June 10, introducing the Khorne team. Blood Bowl for the Blood God!
📱 Mobile Games and Collaborations
The Warhammer universe continues to expand across platforms, encompassing mobile and various game collaborations:
– Talisman Digital 5th Edition – A new co-op DLC is on the horizon.
– Warhammer 40k: Tacticus – The elite Custodes faction has been integrated.
– Warhammer 40k: Warpforge – The Emperor’s Children join the card game.
– Supremacy: Warhammer 40k – A brand-new mobile game is now up for pre-registration.
– Warhammer Combat Cards – Angron, the Daemon Primarch, is introduced as a new Supreme Commander.
– Counter-Strike 2 – Warhammer-themed stickers are now available on Steam.
– Rust – An intriguing Warhammer crossover is underway, although details are still limited.
🛒 Warhammer Festival and Steam Discounts
The Warhammer Festival is ongoing until May 29.