Key Takeaways
- Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy alpha launches Q4 2025.
- Developed and published by Owlcat Games, creators of Rogue Trader.
- Features five recruitable companions and story-driven CRPG gameplay.
- Available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Owlcat Games Confirms Dark Heresy Alpha for Late 2025
Owlcat Games, the studio behind Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, has officially announced that the alpha release of Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy will arrive in Q4 2025. The reveal came via a new trailer showcased during IGN Fall Fan Fest 2025, confirming that players will soon get their first hands-on experience with the developer’s next deep, narrative-driven CRPG.
Based on the acclaimed tabletop RPG of the same name, Dark Heresy will launch for Windows PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, continuing Owlcat’s expansion into the Warhammer 40K universe with a heavier focus on mystery, investigation, and party dynamics.
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A New Inquisition in the Calixis Sector
In Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, players step into the role of an Imperial Inquisitor, leading a squad of companions through the Calixis Sector—a remote region of the galaxy plagued by heresy and corruption. The central mystery revolves around the Tyrant Star, a cosmic phenomenon capable of planetary-scale destruction.
The game blends Owlcat’s signature isometric combat and storytelling depth with the grimdark tone of the Warhammer 40K setting. According to the official site, players can recruit five distinct companions, including the Inquisition’s Acolyte Epione Spes, the Ogryn conscript O-118-B (Cogg), and the alien Kroot mercenary Ra’akhti—each bringing unique abilities and narrative perspectives to the party.
System Specs and What to Expect
Dark Heresy’s Steam page lists its recommended PC requirements: Windows 10, an Intel Core i5-6400 processor, 16 GB RAM, and either a Radeon RX 570 or GeForce GTX 1050 Ti GPU, alongside 40 GB of free storage. These modest specs suggest that Owlcat aims to balance visual fidelity with accessibility, ensuring smooth performance across a wide range of systems.
A Promising Expansion of Owlcat’s Warhammer Universe
With Dark Heresy, Owlcat Games continues to carve out a strong foothold in the Warhammer 40K CRPG space, marrying rich lore with tactical gameplay and moral choice. If the alpha lives up to its promise, it could mark another major win for both Owlcat and fans of the grimdark universe.
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