Developer King Art Games has unveiled the third of its four planned CGI narrative trailers for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV. This latest installment features the Necron faction and centers on the character Thothmek, a Chronomancer awakened from a 60-million-year slumber.
Quick Facts
- Game Title: Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV
- Developer: King Art Games
- Platform: PC
- Release Date: September 17, 2026
- Confirmed Factions: Space Marines, Adeptus Mechanicus, Necrons, Orks
Focus on the Necron Narrative
The trailer establishes the Necron motivation for the upcoming conflict, with Thothmek seeking to reclaim the world of Kronus. The cinematic emphasizes the faction's ancient origins, framing the planet as a Necron Tomb World long before the arrival of other factions like the Adeptus Mechanicus or the Orks.
Unlike previous promotional clips, this trailer avoids direct combat sequences, instead focusing on the atmosphere of the Necron forces. The presentation highlights the faction's aesthetic, showcasing their technology and imposing presence as they prepare for war.
The Final Countdown to Launch
This release leaves only one faction trailer remaining: the Space Marines. Given the history of the Dawn of War series, these trailers carry significant weight with the community, particularly following recent discussions regarding iconic cinematic moments from earlier titles.
While the Necron trailer has been noted for its tone and visual direction, it follows the previously released Orks trailer and the Adeptus Mechanicus cinematic. Prospective players can look forward to the final faction reveal before the game's official launch later this year.