- King Art Games has released the third CGI narrative trailer for *Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV*, focusing on the Necrons who have awakened after a 60 million year slumber to reclaim their dominance.
- The trailer features Thothmek, a powerful Necron Chronomancer, who awakens the Necron dynasty to reclaim Kronus from the lesser species currently engaged in conflict on the planet.
- The game is set to launch on September 17, 2026, with early access available on September 14 for players who purchase the Commander Edition.
- The trailer culminates in a chilling reveal of a colossal Necron fleet gathered above Kronus, ready to purge all who oppose their reclamation.
- The Necrons, led by Thothmek, are depicted as preparing to reclaim Kronus, a world that once belonged to their deathless dynasties, from the Space Marines, Orks, and Skitarii.
- The new trailer showcases iconic Necron units, including Warriors, Deathmarks, and the Monolith.
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have unveiled a new CGI trailer for *Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV*, showcasing the Necrons led by Chronomancer Thothmek. After a 60 million year slumber, the Necrons are set to reclaim Kronus, a world they once dominated.123
The trailer highlights Thothmek observing the ongoing conflict on Kronus, where Space Marines and Orks battle for supremacy. With cold disdain, Thothmek awakens the Necron dynasty's military might, including Lych Guards and living metal units, to purge the planet of its current inhabitants.6

The cinematic culminates in a chilling reveal of a colossal Necron fleet poised to descend upon Kronus, ready to reclaim their lost dominion. Thothmek's ambitions are clear: to restore the Necrons' former glory, no matter the cost.5

*Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV* is set to launch on September 17, 2026, with a Commander Edition offering early access on September 14. Pre-orders are currently available with a 10% discount.4
The Necrons, equipped with iconic units like Warriors and Deathmarks, are ready to reclaim Kronus from the lesser species, marking a significant return to the battlefield for this formidable faction.7

As the game approaches its release, anticipation builds for the final faction reveal, the Space Marines, in the upcoming CGI trailer.
“The third of four CGI narrative trailers, the Necron reveal follows the Adeptus Mechanicus and Orks trailers for the upcoming RTS from King Art Games. Pre-orders for the Commander Edition include 3-day early access on Sept 14, with a 10% discount currently available.”
