Written by Chen Xi, PC & Console Requirements Specialist at Game Launch Hub
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV System Requirements: PC Specs, Release Date & What We Know So Far
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is the long-awaited return of the real-time strategy series from developer KING Art Games and publisher Deep Silver, marking the Adeptus Mechanicus’s debut as a playable faction alongside the Space Marines, Orks, and Necrons. Performance-wise, this is a full 3D RTS built for PC only, with over 70 campaign missions, Last Stand, Skirmish, and multiplayer modes. The official Steam page for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV currently lists “OS: Coming soon” for both Minimum and Recommended specifications, with no processor, RAM, GPU, or storage figures published. I want to be direct about this upfront: the developer has not yet confirmed system requirements, so everything below is either a verified platform fact or a clearly labelled estimate from third-party forecasters.
System Requirements
Minimum (Windows): Not Yet Published
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Coming soon (per Steam page) |
| Processor | Not published |
| Memory (RAM) | Not published |
| Graphics | Not published |
| VRAM | Not published |
| DirectX | Not published |
| Storage | Not published |
| Additional Notes | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
Source: Steam store page for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV. Last verified: 23 September 2026.
Recommended (Windows): Not Yet Published
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| OS | Coming soon (per Steam page) |
| Processor | Not published |
| Memory (RAM) | Not published |
| Graphics | Not published |
| VRAM | Not published |
| DirectX | Not published |
| Storage | Not published |
| Additional Notes | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system |
Source: Steam store page for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV. Last verified: 23 September 2026.
What this means in practice: You cannot currently verify whether your PC meets the game’s requirements because KING Art Games has not published them. The Steam page has listed “OS: Coming soon” since the store page went live, and the developer has not provided a timeline for when specs will be revealed. This is not unusual for a game that is still in active development and has already been delayed once. The release date was moved from September 17, 2026 to December 3, 2026, with game director Jan Theysen stating that the extra weeks are needed to “fix bugs, improve performance, and polish the experience.” The Commander Edition grants three days of early access, beginning November 30, 2026.
If you are planning to buy Dawn of War IV at launch, you should wait for the official specifications before upgrading your hardware. Do not spend money on a GPU or CPU based on forecasted requirements. The only official information currently available is that the game requires a 64-bit processor and operating system, which is a standard baseline for all modern PC games.
Third-Party Forecast Specifications (Not Official)
PCGameBenchmark has published a forecast of what it estimates the requirements will be, based on analysis of the game’s trailers and previous Dawn of War entries. I am including these below strictly as an estimate, clearly labelled, so you have a reference point. These are not confirmed by KING Art Games or Deep Silver and should not be treated as accurate.
| Component | PCGameBenchmark Forecast (Minimum) | PCGameBenchmark Forecast (Recommended) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8500 | Intel Core i7-12700K |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 |
| Storage | 80 GB SSD | 80 GB SSD |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
Source: PCGameBenchmark’s forecast for Dawn of War 4. Last verified: 23 September 2026. Note: these are estimates, not official specifications.
What this means in practice: If these forecasts prove accurate, the minimum tier would target around 1080p at 30 to 60 fps on low-to-medium settings, with a GTX 1660 and 16 GB of RAM. The recommended tier would target 1080p or 1440p at 60 fps on high settings, with an RTX 3060. The 80 GB SSD requirement is notable: if accurate, this would be one of the larger install sizes in the Dawn of War series, reflecting the game’s 70+ campaign missions, fully animated cutscenes, and four distinct faction campaigns. However, I want to repeat: these are estimates, not confirmed specifications. The actual requirements could be significantly higher or lower.
A Note on VRAM and System RAM
No official VRAM or system RAM figures have been published. The PCGameBenchmark forecast suggests 16 GB of system RAM for both tiers, which is standard for modern RTS games with large unit counts and destructible environments. The GTX 1660’s 6 GB VRAM and RTX 3060’s 12 GB or 8 GB VRAM (depending on the variant) are the likely GPU memory targets if the forecast is accurate. Because these figures are unconfirmed, I cannot tell you whether Dawn of War IV will be VRAM-limited or system RAM-limited. Wait for official specifications before making any hardware decisions.
PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2: Not Available
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is a PC-exclusive release. The game is available only on Windows via Steam, and no console, Mac, or Linux versions have been announced. TheGamesWiki’s platform page states plainly: “The game launches on December 3, 2026 for PC (Windows) only. No console, Mac, or Linux versions have been announced.” ANMTVLA’s Spanish-language coverage confirms that “currently, its arrival on any home console (PlayStation or Xbox) has not been announced, remaining faithful to the real-time strategy tradition of the saga on PC.” If you play primarily on a console, you cannot access Dawn of War IV.
Steam Deck
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Compatibility | PCMasterRace.fr lists “Steam Deck Verified,” but Valve has not officially confirmed this status. Fanatical and KrakenKeys list Steam Deck support as “Unknown.” |
| Performance | Not independently verified |
| Additional Notes | The game’s PC-exclusive status and lack of published specs make Steam Deck performance uncertain. Wait for official Valve verification or community testing after launch. |
Source: PCMasterRace.fr, Fanatical, and KrakenKeys. Last verified: 23 September 2026.
What this means in practice: The Steam Deck compatibility status for Dawn of War IV is inconsistent across sources. PCMasterRace.fr lists the game as “Steam Deck Verified,” which is Valve’s highest rating, but this has not been confirmed on the official Steam page, and other retailers including Fanatical and KrakenKeys list Steam Deck support as “Unknown.” Valve has not published a Verified or Playable rating for the game as of my verification date. Given that the game has no published system requirements and is still in development, it is too early to say whether Dawn of War IV will run well on Steam Deck. If you own a Steam Deck and want to play this game, wait for official Valve verification or community performance reports after the December 3 launch.
macOS and Linux: Not Available
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is a Windows-only release. There is no macOS or native Linux version available. Steam Deck users play through SteamOS, and the compatibility caveats noted above apply. Desktop Linux users can attempt to run the game through Proton, but this is not officially supported by KING Art Games or Deep Silver.
Price and Editions
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV is available in two editions. The Standard Edition is priced at €40.49 / $39.99 / £34.99 with a 10 percent pre-order discount bringing the price to approximately €36.44. The Commander Edition is priced higher and includes three days of early access beginning November 30, 2026, as well as additional digital content. A free demo is not currently available, though community playtests have been conducted and the developer has been sharing feedback through Battlefield Reports.
Post-Launch Roadmap
Deep Silver and KING Art Games have confirmed a Year One roadmap with two major expansions planned for the first year after launch. The updated roadmap aligns with the new December 3, 2026 release date. The developer has stated that additional content will include new factions, units, and campaign missions, though specific details have not been fully revealed. This is a meaningful commitment to post-launch support for a full-priced RTS game, and it suggests the developers intend to support Dawn of War IV long-term.
Final Verdict: Can Your Setup Run Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV?
We cannot answer this question yet because KING Art Games has not published system requirements. The official Steam page lists “OS: Coming soon” for both Minimum and Recommended specifications, and no processor, RAM, GPU, or storage figures have been confirmed. This is not unusual for a game that has been delayed and is still in active development, but it means you cannot verify your hardware against an official specification.
What we do know is that the game is a PC-exclusive real-time strategy title built by KING Art Games, the studio behind Iron Harvest and The Raven Remastered. It features four playable factions (Space Marines, Orks, Necrons, and the Adeptus Mechanicus), over 70 campaign missions, and the return of classic Dawn of War modes including Last Stand, Skirmish, and multiplayer. The game was delayed from September to December 3, 2026 specifically to improve performance and polish, according to game director Jan Theysen.
The third-party forecast from PCGameBenchmark suggests a minimum of an Intel Core i5-8500, 16 GB of RAM, and a GTX 1660, with an 80 GB SSD requirement. If accurate, this would place the game in the same hardware bracket as recent RTS titles like Company of Heroes 3 and Iron Harvest. However, these are estimates, not official specifications, and I strongly advise against upgrading your PC based on them.
If you own a PS5, Xbox Series X|S, or Nintendo Switch 2, you cannot play this game. There is no console version, no macOS version, and no native Linux version. The game is available exclusively on PC via Steam. Steam Deck compatibility is listed inconsistently across retailers and has not been officially confirmed by Valve.
My recommendation: If you are planning to buy Dawn of War IV at launch, wait for the official system requirements to be published. They will likely arrive closer to the December 3, 2026 release date, possibly alongside a launch trailer or a final developer update. Check the Steam store page regularly for updates, and do not make hardware purchasing decisions until you have confirmed specifications from KING Art Games or Deep Silver.
Specs and performance details have not been published by the developer and may be revised before launch. This article reflects the Steam store page, PCGameBenchmark’s forecast, Gematsu’s delay coverage, TheGamesWiki, PCMasterRace.fr, and verified outlet reports as of 23 September 2026. Chen Xi verifies all specifications by checking official store pages and dating each table; no numbers in this article are presented as confirmed unless sourced to an official listing.