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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade

A real-time strategy expansion set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe. In the campaign you conquer territories on the planet Kronus through a map-based layer, then fight each battle with base building and squad combat. A large faction roster and heroes that grow stronger add replay value. Is it your kind of game?

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81%

96 ratings

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96%

7,647 reviews

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you like squad-based RTS combat and Warhammer 40,000 factions.

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you expect a modern interface or a story-heavy campaign.

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Platforms: PC
Release date: October 9, 2006
Length: About 32 hours
Difficulty: 3/5 (estimated)
Genres: Real Time Strategy (RTS) · Strategy
Themes: Science fiction
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Modes: Solo only
Languages: 3 languages
Text in your language: Yes
Steam Deck: Playable
Microtransactions: None

Frequently asked questions

How long is Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade?: About 32 hours to finish the main story.
Which platforms is Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade on?: Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade is available on PC.
Does Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade have co-op?: Yes — Solo only.
Does Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Dark Crusade run on Steam Deck?: Playable