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Games Workshop’s Black Library imprint has announced three new Warhammer 40,000 novels, headlined by 'Throne Questoris' featuring the Imperial Knights. The release also includes an illustrated edition of 'Cypher: Lord of the Fallen' and a special edition of 'Grey Knights,' with pre-orders opening soon.
Games Workshop released a new cartoon animation titled 'Only in Death: 40,000 Ways to Die' on October 2, 2026. The video depicts cartoonish Intercessors being killed in various ways to illustrate the harsh realities of serving as a Space Marine in the 41st Millennium. The release coincides with the pre-order launch of the new Space Marines Codex and associated kits.
Games Workshop has published tactical advice for the new Adeptus Custodes Codex, highlighting two primary detachment combinations for players. The first focuses on defensive durability using Shield-Captains and Wardens, while the second emphasizes mobile melee superiority via Terminators and Dreadnoughts. These strategies utilize specific rules like 'Living Fortress' and strategic reserve redeployment to maximize battlefield impact. The new Codex and Combat Patrol set are set for pre-order on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 has launched its second Anniversary Update, marking the start of Year 3 support. The update introduces a new Chaos Siege Mode, the Crucible challenge system, and the long-requested One-Handed Thunder Hammer. Paid cosmetic packs for the Space Wolves and Exorcists are also available, while a full roadmap for 2027 was revealed.
A new Warhammer 40,000 balance update strengthens Space Marines, forcing non-Marine factions to adapt through defensive tactics and horde strategies.
Games Workshop has released a significant balance update for Warhammer 40,000, strengthening Astartes and Chaos factions ahead of the new Codex: Space Marines release. The update increases the Toughness of most Space Marine units, boosts the Move characteristic for Phobos-armored squads, and enhances the Strength and Armor Penetration of boltguns and chainswords. These changes aim to improve survivability and lethality, particularly for the Death Guard, while increasing point costs for affected units.
Deep Silver and KING Art Games released a new CGI trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV, showing Blood Ravens and Dark Angels uniting on the planet Kronus. The game launches on December 3, 2026, with a Commander Edition early access on November 30.
Games Workshop has detailed the 13 new detachments for the Adeptus Custodes in the upcoming Codex. The release features six 'Shield Host' detachments, including the defensive Aquilan Shield and aggressive Dread Host, which interact with specific martial ka'tahs. Other options include Emissaries Imperatus, Emperor’s Chosen, and units focused on Terminators, Dreadnoughts, and Sisters of Silence. This expands the faction’s tactical flexibility following recent datasheet updates.
Games Workshop has opened pre-orders for a selection of classic Warhammer 40,000 Ork miniatures through its 'Made to Order' service, alongside a new line of Christmas-themed merchandise. The miniature lineup includes iconic characters like Ghazghkull Thraka and Nazdreg, available until October 5, 2026. The holiday merchandise range includes tree decorations, clothing, plush toys, keychains, and 'Purity Seal' badges, with some items delayed for the Japanese market.
Games Workshop has released new rules and miniatures for the Adeptus Custodes in Warhammer 40,000, significantly boosting their individual power while reducing squad sizes. The new Codex unifies Warhammer 40,000 and Horus Heresy ranges, introducing 27 datasheets and shifting some legacy units to the Warhammer Legends system.
The new Codex: Adeptus Custodes introduces six flexible martial ka'tahs, replacing the previous two, allowing units to act in any phase. It also restores Aegis of the Emperor as a Feel No Pain 5+ ability and adds Aquila Commander for extra Command Points. Sisters of Silence gain a psychic null aura to protect nearby Custodians.
Games Workshop has released the first official datasheets for the Adeptus Custodes in Warhammer 40,000, featuring significantly boosted stats for the Ten Thousand. The new Codex emphasizes high durability and close combat prowess, with basic infantry now possessing Toughness 7 and 5 Wounds. To balance this power, squad sizes are strictly limited to three models, ensuring each unit acts as a distinct hero. Key figures like Captain-General Trajann Valoris and Telemon Heavy Dreadnoughts feature enhanced abilities, while the army rule 'Martial Ka'tah' has been expanded.
Warhammer Community's autumn preview reveals Aquilon Terminator-equipped Custodes, a new Codex and Combat Patrol box for 40,000, with cross-release kits and updated datasheets, signaling a major expansion for the faction across Warhammer 40,000 and Horus Heresy.
Warhammer Community drops a teaser for Astartes II as part of The Big Autumn Preview, showing Deathwatch and Terminators and signaling a longer runtime than the first Astartes. The series arrives in December on Warhammer TV via Warhammer+; the post also teases more autumn reveals and other animations and Codex updates on Warhammer Plus.
Warhammer Community’s Big Autumn Preview announces a wave of new releases and expansions across 40K, Age of Sigmar, Kill Team, Necromunda, Blood Bowl, and more, supported by live streams and detailed feature coverage, including new battletomes, codices, expansions, and a Warhammer TV animation.