Dark Heresy release date set for January 28, 2027

The Dark Heresy release date is set. According to Owlcat Games' official press release from November 9, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy launches on January 28, 2027 for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

It is the studio's next Warhammer 40K RPG after Rogue Trader, which came out in 2023. The news came with a new release date trailer. It was a busy week for the license, too, with Warhammer Blood Bowl delayed to early 2027.

Dark Heresy release date and platforms: where can you play it?

On PC, the game will sell on Steam, GOG and the Epic Games Store. On console, it comes to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Owlcat has not dated the Nintendo Switch 2 version yet. The game's Steam page also lists January 28, 2027.

Dark Heresy at a glance

• Release: January 28, 2027
• PC: Steam, GOG and Epic Games Store
• Console: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2 later
• Genre: Story-driven, party-based cRPG
• Beta: Open to Founder's Pack owners, closes January 7
• Founder's Packs: On sale on the official site until early January

What do you do in Dark Heresy?

The game is set in the Calixis Sector, a place full of cults, conspiracies and servants of the Archenemy. You join the Inquisition as a lowly acolyte. From there, you build a war band of zealots and outcasts. Your job is to investigate crimes and heresy and root out evil before it is too late.

The companions are a colorful bunch. There is the abhuman Cogg, the dangerous psyker Saro and the Pariah Discordance. Xenos join in too, like the Aeldari Corsair Laarthyr and the flesh-eating Kroot Ra'akhti. Human companions include the Catachan fighter Haymar, the bored Rogue Trader Chorda and the inscrutable Touma. Each has their own agenda.

Choices come with consequences

Owlcat says every companion helps in both combat and investigations. The tactical combat has been revamped, and companions give advice while you work a case. You can chase the truth at all costs, or sacrifice innocents for your own gain. Either way, Owlcat promises consequences, intended or not.

As PC Gamer notes, the focus on investigations and closing cases is new for Owlcat. Its earlier games leaned on rulership, light management and tough tactical battles. Rogue Trader's final add-on, Processional of the Damned, arrives on December 8.

Beta and Founder's Packs

There is still a way to play early. Founder's Packs stay on sale on Owlcat's site until early January, and they include beta access. The beta then closes on January 7 while the team prepares for launch. Owlcat is also lining up review keys, with Steam keys due before console keys. If you like playing with friends in this genre, our Baldur's Gate 3 multiplayer guide shows how far party RPGs have come.

What does it mean for players?

Late January will be busy for cRPG fans. Dark Heresy should appeal to anyone who enjoyed party-based RPGs like Baldur's Gate 3. If you are new to the genre, our Baldur's Gate 3 classes overview is a good primer on party building.

If you prefer the strategy side of Warhammer, our Total War: Warhammer 3 release and price guide is still a handy read. Owlcat games can launch a little rough, but the studio supports them for years with patches and big story DLCs. Some players will happily wait a few weeks after launch. Others will want to start their crusade on day one.

Frequently asked questions

When does Dark Heresy come out?

Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy launches on January 28, 2027 for PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Is Dark Heresy coming to Switch 2?

Yes, but there is no date yet. Owlcat says it will share details on the Nintendo Switch 2 release later.

When does the Dark Heresy beta end?

The beta, open to Founder's Pack owners, closes on January 7 so the team can prepare for launch.

Sources

• Gamespress (Owlcat Games): Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy Launches on January 28th, 2027
• Steam: Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy
• PC Gamer: Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader follow-up Dark Heresy will launch at the end of January
• Eurogamer: Anticipated Warhammer 40K tactical RPG Dark Heresy gets a release date