Games Workshop Releases Complete Summary of Announcements from the 10th Anniversary 'Warhammer Skulls' Showcase
The 10th anniversary 'Warhammer Skulls' showcase took place, revealing numerous updates including the launch of 'Mechanicus 2', pre-orders for 'Dawn of War IV', and world premieres of brand-new titles.
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Nottingham, UK – May 22 - The "Warhammer Skulls" showcase took place today, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Numerous world premieres, new information, and major updates were announced for a multitude of titles set in the expansive worlds of Warhammer games.
In conjunction with the event, the annual "Warhammer Skulls: Festival of Video Games" sale has also kicked off. It will run across major digital storefronts until May 28.
You can watch the showcase archive here:
- Twitch
- YouTube
For further details on the announcements, please visit the official Warhammer Community articles.
This year's showcase was hosted by Alanah Pearce (Rooster Teeth), who also stars in "Boltgun 2", taking on the role of "Battle Sister".
As highlight announcements, world premieres were held for:
- "Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Deathwatch" (sequel to the 2022 title "Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters")
- "Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster"
Additionally, "Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2" was officially launched today for PC and consoles.
"Warhammer Skulls has quietly become an important annual milestone for Mechanicus II. From the initial announcement to the first gameplay reveal, this festival has played a huge role in how we share our progress with fans," said Tony Cross, Senior Producer at Kasedo Games. "Skulls 2026 is our biggest moment yet. The release trailer is out, Mechanicus II is launched, and players can finally get their hands on it themselves. We can't wait to see the reactions!"
"We are proud to announce 'Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster'. This title focuses on the Skaven, allowing players to become one of them and experience their world from the inside," stated Andreas Bonnardel, Game Director at Old Skull Games. "Revealing this game at the Skulls Showcase, where we can reach the Warhammer community directly, was a natural choice for us and our publisher Dotemu. We understand how rich and deep this universe is, and we look forward to delivering our interpretation of what makes the Skaven so iconic. We can't wait for the community's reaction."
Furthermore, pre-orders have opened for both the Standard and Commander Editions of "Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV", marking players' return to the planet "Kronus". The Year One roadmap for the game was also unveiled, revealing plans for a Crusade mode, free updates, new campaign expansions, and additional factions. "Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV" is scheduled for release on September 17, with Commander Edition pre-order customers gaining early access starting September 14.
"Everyone at KING Art Games is thrilled to be participating in this year's Skulls Showcase alongside 'Dawn of War IV'," said Jan Theysen, Co-founder and Co-CEO of KING Art Games. "This is a valuable opportunity to witness the reactions of Warhammer fans firsthand."
To send even more Dark Angels forces to Kronus, Secretlab has also opened pre-orders for the "Secretlab TITAN Evo Warhammer 40,000 Dark Angels Edition"! Sitting in this specially designed chair will make you feel like the Lion himself. For those who already own a Titan Evo chair, Dark Angels skins are also available, allowing you to equip them at a much more affordable price than buying a new chair!
Furthermore, "Wa
In conjunction with the event, the annual "Warhammer Skulls: Festival of Video Games" sale has also kicked off. It will run across major digital storefronts until May 28.
You can watch the showcase archive here:
- Twitch
- YouTube
For further details on the announcements, please visit the official Warhammer Community articles.
This year's showcase was hosted by Alanah Pearce (Rooster Teeth), who also stars in "Boltgun 2", taking on the role of "Battle Sister".
As highlight announcements, world premieres were held for:
- "Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Deathwatch" (sequel to the 2022 title "Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters")
- "Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster"
Additionally, "Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2" was officially launched today for PC and consoles.
"Warhammer Skulls has quietly become an important annual milestone for Mechanicus II. From the initial announcement to the first gameplay reveal, this festival has played a huge role in how we share our progress with fans," said Tony Cross, Senior Producer at Kasedo Games. "Skulls 2026 is our biggest moment yet. The release trailer is out, Mechanicus II is launched, and players can finally get their hands on it themselves. We can't wait to see the reactions!"
"We are proud to announce 'Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster'. This title focuses on the Skaven, allowing players to become one of them and experience their world from the inside," stated Andreas Bonnardel, Game Director at Old Skull Games. "Revealing this game at the Skulls Showcase, where we can reach the Warhammer community directly, was a natural choice for us and our publisher Dotemu. We understand how rich and deep this universe is, and we look forward to delivering our interpretation of what makes the Skaven so iconic. We can't wait for the community's reaction."
Furthermore, pre-orders have opened for both the Standard and Commander Editions of "Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV", marking players' return to the planet "Kronus". The Year One roadmap for the game was also unveiled, revealing plans for a Crusade mode, free updates, new campaign expansions, and additional factions. "Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV" is scheduled for release on September 17, with Commander Edition pre-order customers gaining early access starting September 14.
"Everyone at KING Art Games is thrilled to be participating in this year's Skulls Showcase alongside 'Dawn of War IV'," said Jan Theysen, Co-founder and Co-CEO of KING Art Games. "This is a valuable opportunity to witness the reactions of Warhammer fans firsthand."
To send even more Dark Angels forces to Kronus, Secretlab has also opened pre-orders for the "Secretlab TITAN Evo Warhammer 40,000 Dark Angels Edition"! Sitting in this specially designed chair will make you feel like the Lion himself. For those who already own a Titan Evo chair, Dark Angels skins are also available, allowing you to equip them at a much more affordable price than buying a new chair!
Furthermore, "Wa
FAQ
Warhammer Skulls 10周年ショーケースで発表された主な新作は何ですか？
『Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Deathwatch』と『Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster』が世界初公開され、『Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus 2』が発売、『Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV』の予約が開始されました。
『Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV』の発売日はいつですか？
9月17日に発売予定です。Commander Editionの予約者は9月14日からアーリーアクセスが可能です。
『Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster』とはどのようなゲームですか？
Old Skull Gamesが開発、Dotemuが販売するSkaven（スケイブン）に焦点を当てた作品で、プレイヤーはSkavenの一員としてその世界を体験できます。
ショーケースに関連するセール情報はありますか？
主要デジタルストアにて、5月28日まで「Warhammer Skulls: Festival of Video Games」セールが開催されています。
ゲーム以外の製品の発表はありましたか？
Secretlabより、『Secretlab TITAN Evo Warhammer 40,000 Dark Angels Edition』ゲーミングチェアの予約受付と、既存チェア用のDark Angelsスキンが発表されました。