Last week, with the blessing of the God Emperor, Owlcat Games launched the alpha of the upcoming CRPG Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy on Steam. Founders who purchased either the Developers Digital Pack or the Collectors Edition will become faithful members of the Inquisition in the Calixis Sector and investigate cults, conspiracies and other mysteries threatening Humanity.
Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy Alpha launch trailer:
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In the alpha, players will team up with several acolytes of the Inquisition — and even some Xenos, if that’s what it takes to pursue their ambitions. Among the group of available companions are a Kroot outcast, a deadly Medicae specialist, an Ogryn with higher than average intelligence, and more. With 10-15 hours of estimated playtime in the alpha, players will learn the basics of the revamped combat system, get to know the ins and outs of the Inquisition and uncover mysteries with the new detective system. As part of the Holy Orders of the Emperor’s Inquisition, players must look for clues, interrogate suspects and come to conclusions — and woe betide those found guilty!
Inquisitors will experience how the world around them changes with their decisions: characters will remember who you accuse, who you spare, and how you behave. Storylines and even the environment itself will be altered by the consequences of their actions.
The alpha also showcases a number of improved gameplay features: movement on the map is much more vertical than it was in Rogue Trader and the combat system offers new tactical options, like suppressing an enemy by attacking weak points, or breaking their resolve without killing them. This gives players even more new paths and opportunities to play the game their way.
The alpha will stay open for several months; fans can join at any time by becoming Founders. Player feedback will be integrated into the beta and final version of Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy.
About Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy
In Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, the second narrative-driven tactical RPG set in the beloved grimdark universe, players step into the darkness as an acolyte of the Inquisition. In a sector of the Imperium overshadowed by the Noctis Aeterna and the mystery of the Tyrant Star, lead a warband of diverse companions in a desperate battle against heresy and corruption. With intense and intricate investigations, a turn-based combat system, and choices that carry grave consequences, Dark Heresy is an atmospheric journey into the brutality and mysticism of one of the Imperium’s most feared organizations. The game greatly expands on the ideas introduced in Rogue Trader and features fully voiced dialogue.
A full press kit with all info and assets is available here: https://uberstrategist.link/Dark-Heresy-press-kit.
Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy is coming to Windows PC via Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store, and consoles via PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Players can add the game to their wishlists and support the development process by purchasing a Founder’s Pack on the official website.
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About Owlcat Games
Owlcat Games is a developer and publisher with a passion for RPGs and narrative-driven experiences. What began as a small team of games industry veterans with a love for tabletop roleplaying has evolved into a truly international studio. Headquartered in Cyprus with over 450 employees worldwide, Owlcat continues to grow, drawing talent from across the globe, and still finds time to roll dice together every week, in person and online.
Previous titles include the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, and Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader.
About Games Workshop
Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer Age of Sigmar and Warhammer 40,000 games, miniatures, novels and model kits through more than 550 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop or Warhammer), its own web store, and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other related brands and product ranges (including its publishing division ‘Black Library’ and its special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com.
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