Released in April 2017, “Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III” is a real-time strategy (RTS) game developed by Relic Entertainment and published by Sega. It is the third installment in the “Dawn of War” series, set in the expansive and dystopian Warhammer 40,000 universe created by Games Workshop. The game combines elements of traditional RTS gameplay with the iconic factions, lore, and grimdark atmosphere characteristic of the Warhammer 40,000 setting. In “Dawn of War III,” players command one of three factions: the Space Marines, the Eldar, or the Orks, each with distinct units, strategies, and playstyles.

The game features a single-player campaign that follows a complex narrative involving a catastrophic weapon known as the Spear of Khaine, sparking a conflict between the three factions. Emphasizing large-scale battles and massive armies, “Dawn of War III” introduces a powerful unit called the Elite, unique to each faction, which adds strategic depth and dynamic abilities to the gameplay. The multiplayer mode allows players to engage in intense online battles, utilizing the strengths and weaknesses of their chosen faction. While the game received praise for its visually stunning graphics and epic scale battles, it faced mixed reviews due to deviations from the gameplay mechanics of its predecessors, with some fans expressing nostalgia for earlier titles in the series. “Dawn of War III” stands as a significant installment in the Warhammer 40,000 gaming universe, contributing to the expansive lore and offering a fresh take on RTS gameplay within the grim and war-torn setting of the 41st millennium.