Owlcat Games announced that Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy will launch on January 28, 2027.
Owlcat Games Releases the cRPG on Multiple Platforms
The story-driven tactical cRPG will arrive simultaneously on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, according to Wccftech. PC players can purchase the title through Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store.
A version for the Nintendo Switch 2 is also in development, with release details scheduled to be announced at a later date. As usual for its games, Owlcat launched an Open Alpha in December 2025, which transitioned into a beta in May 2026.
Owlcat Games is currently managing multiple projects. The studio scheduled the final Rogue Trader add-on, titled Processional of the Damned, for December 8, alongside preparations for its third-person action RPG, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, in spring 2027. That project recently recruited the help of former Dragon Age writer David Gaider, and it will no doubt hope to fill a hole created by the cancellation of Mass Effect 5.
Inquisitorial Investigations
Set in the Calixis sector, the game departs from the studio’s previous title, Rogue Trader, by placing players in the role of the Inquisition. Players begin their service as lowly acolytes who investigate crimes and apostasy across the Imperium’s slums and elite spires, as reported by Wccftech.
Be the conduit of the Emperor’s will in a place where all hope was lost decades ago, explore the mysteries of the maddening Tyrant Star, and overcome the worst horrors thrown at you by the Noctis Aeterna.
Recruited companions form a warband to handle investigations and tactical combat. As Nintendo Everything noted from publisher materials, players will lead a warband of diverse companions in a desperate battle against heresy and corruption, from loyal Imperial subjects, such as a veteran Guardsman from the death world of Catachan, to nefarious xenos, including a bird-like Kroot mercenary.
I jest, but bursting into rooms and shouting ‘Nobody expects the God-Emperor’s inquisition!’ Monty Python-style does sound quite fun.
Other available companions include abhumans such as Cogg, psykers like Saro, Pariahs named Discordance, and the Aeldari Corsair Laarthyr, alongside human characters like Chorda and Touma, according to Wccftech. Each character provides unique skills for investigations and revamped tactical battles.
Beta Access Deadlines
Players who purchased Founder’s Packs, Developer’s Digital Packs, or Collector’s Editions can access the ongoing beta version on Steam, according to Wccftech. However, Owlcat Games will take the beta offline on January 7, 2027, to prepare for the full launch.
Founder’s Packs remain available for purchase on the official Owlcat Games Dark Heresy Website until early January. Collector’s Edition shipments will begin shortly after the game launches on January 28, as reported by Turn Based Lovers.