Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy Locks In January 2027 Launch

Owlcat Games has put a date on Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, its tactical role-playing sequel. The game is set to launch on January 28, 2027, on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S and X. Nintendo Switch 2 owners will have to wait longer. The publisher says a Switch 2 release date will be announced "at a later date."

The studio has built a reputation on large, story-driven RPGs, most notably its Pathfinder and Warhammer 40,000 games. Dark Heresy continues that line with turn-based tactical combat, and the title draws on the grim, gothic setting of the Warhammer 40,000 universe, where the stakes are high and the threats come from every direction. A firm date gives fans of the series something concrete to plan around, and it is a sign that the project is far enough along to have a fixed window.

The announcement, as described in the press release, is mostly about when and where the game will arrive. It doesn't mention pricing, pre-orders, or any new gameplay details, so those questions are still open for now.

The missing Switch 2 date is the detail to watch. Tactical RPGs tend to suit handheld play, and Nintendo's platform has a strong library of the genre. Whether the Switch 2 version launches alongside the other platforms or arrives later will likely depend on how the port is handled. Until Owlcat or its publisher confirms a timeline, Switch 2 owners should treat the platform as unconfirmed.