Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy Revealed by Owlcat Games
Warhammer Skulls Showcase 2025 just wrapped up, and one of its biggest reveals has to be Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy. Fans of Rogue Trader, grab onto your hat, because this upcoming isometric RPG is from the same talented folks at Owlcat Games.
Step into the Boots of the Inquisition
So, what's Dark Heresy about? It's a party-based RPG where you'll delve into the grim darkness of the 41st millennium. You and your party will take on the roles of Acolytes, in the service of the ever-watchful Inquisition. Your mission? To purge heresy wherever it festers.
This is not just stupid blasting, though. Owlcat Games is emphasizing a rich narrative experience. You'll be making tough political choices that can have consequences across the galaxy. You can also look forward to getting your hands dirty with some serious detective work. The developers are promising real investigations, where you'll need to gather clues and interrogate suspicious characters in order to get to the truth.
Tactics and Morale in the Grim Dark
Combat will be turn-based, with careful tactical thought required. Yet there's another layer to consider: your team's morale. Keeping your squad in high spirits will be important as it directly affects their performance in battle. It sounds like an intriguing mechanic that will add a lot of depth to combat.
When and Where Can You Play?
Ready to start your purge? Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy is heading to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series. As for when it's coming, we'll have to wait. Owlcat Games hasn't even hinted at a rough window yet, stating only that it will arrive "in the foreseeable future."
It looks like another promising RPG is on the horizon for Warhammer 40,000 enthusiasts. Watch out for more information as it becomes available.
