Dark Heresy: Next cRPG by Rogue Trader Developer

Owlcat Games has officially unveiled Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, their highly anticipated follow-up to the critically acclaimed Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. The announcement came during the recent Warhammer Skulls 2025 showcase, teasing fans with a deep dive into the game’s narrative and mechanics.

Set in the dark and gritty Warhammer 40,000 universe, Dark Heresy invites players to assume the role of an Inquisitor—an uncompromising enforcer tasked with rooting out heresy and corruption within the Imperium of Man. As revealed in the official description, players will guide a diverse team of allies through a shadowy campaign, facing enemies ranging from treacherous human factions to alien threats. The game promises an immersive experience with intricate investigations, turn-based combat, and impactful decisions that shape the fate of your warband.

Featuring fully voiced dialogue and expanding upon the rich lore introduced in Rogue Trader, Dark Heresy takes place during the mysterious events surrounding the Noctis Aeterna and the Tyrant Star. Players will encounter new characters, engage in strategic battles, and unravel the mysteries of the Imperium’s most feared organization.

Scheduled for release on PC (via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store) and next-gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X/S), Dark Heresy doesn’t yet have a specific release window. Fans eager to learn more can revisit the Warhammer Skulls 2025 stream for additional details and trailers.

In other news, Owlcat confirmed exciting updates for Rogue Trader, including the upcoming Lex Imperialis expansion and Season Pass 2. The first DLC, Lex Imperialis, introduces players to the Adeptus Arbites, a faction of unyielding enforcers, and debuts a new companion character, Solomorne Anthar. Equipped with battle familiars like cybernetic eagles and mastiffs, this expansion promises to enrich both gameplay and storytelling when it launches on June 24, 2025.

Season Pass 2 for Rogue Trader will also introduce two new DLCs and an appearance customization pack, offering even more content for fans. The third expansion grants access to a Necron vault curated by Trazyn the Infinite, complete with ancient guardians and relics tied to the Von Valancius legacy. Meanwhile, the fourth expansion invites players to explore the eerie Processional of the Damned—a surreal voidship graveyard filled with madness and mystery. Each DLC will bring new companions, deep integration into the main storyline, innovative mechanics, and approximately 15 hours of gameplay.

Stay tuned for further developments on both Dark Heresy and Rogue Trader as Owlcat continues to expand the Warhammer 40,000 gaming universe.