Warhammer Day 2024: New Releases Span 40K, Horus Heresy, and Kill Team
As Warhammer enthusiasts gear up for the holiday season, Games Workshop has unveiled an exciting array of new releases for Warhammer Day 2024, spanning multiple game systems and factions.
New Warhammer 40,000 Battleforces
Five new battleforce boxes have been announced for Warhammer 40,000, offering players substantial force expansions or starting points for new armies:
- Adepta Sororitas: Penitent Crusader Host
- Necrons: Hypercrypt Legion
- T’au Empire: Retaliation Cadre
- Dark Angels: Inner Circle Task Force
- Imperial Knights: Valourstrike Lance
Each battleforce contains a curated selection of units, from infantry squads to powerful centerpiece models like the C’tan Shard of the Void Dragon for Necrons or Primarch Lion El’Jonson leading the Dark Angels.
Legions Imperialis Expands
The Horus Heresy’s 6mm-scale game, Legions Imperialis, is receiving significant attention with:
- A Mechanicum Battle Group release
- New campaign book: “Rise of the Dark Mechanicum”
- Introduction of new units, including the imposing Serperos ‘Overlord’ Heavy Stalker
The book will cover the Schism of Mars, provide army lists for both Loyalist Mechanicum and Dark Mechanicum forces, and introduce new campaign rules.
Kill Team: Brutal and Cunning
The skirmish-scale Kill Team game is getting a major expansion titled “Brutal and Cunning,” featuring:
- New Ork Kill Team: Wrecka Crews
- New Astra Militarum Kill Team: Ratling Snipers (with Ogryn support)
- Compound Siege terrain expansion
- New missions and datacards
This expansion introduces unique mechanics for both teams, with Orks getting “Tanked Up” and Ratlings able to “Scarper” into better positions.
Commemorative Miniature
A special seasonal Commemorative Series miniature, “Provisionally Prepared,” depicts two Ratling Snipers in a detailed diorama, showcasing both their combat role and infamous culinary preferences.
These releases span multiple game systems and offer something for nearly every type of Warhammer fan, from small-scale skirmishes to massive galactic campaigns. Whether you’re looking to start a new army, expand an existing force, or simply add some unique pieces to your collection, W
Video Game Bonanza
The gaming world is abuzz with Warhammer-themed offers and updates. Steam, GOG, GeForce Now, Gamesplanet, Fanatical, GamersGate, Humble, and Green Man Gaming are all participating in Warhammer Day sales, running until October 7 at 6:00 PM BST.
Gamesplanet’s sale extends to October 11, while Humble’s offers last until October 23.
Steam is offering particularly enticing discounts on a wide range of Warhammer titles:
- Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus is 70% off at €8.69
- Blood Bowl 3 is half price at €14.99
- Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef is 50% off at €9.99
- Warhammer: End Times – Vermintide has a massive 95% discount, bringing it down to just €2.19
- Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr Definitive Edition is 80% off at €17.99
- Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun is 34% off at €18.46
- The Total War: Warhammer III Collection is 45% off at €77.77
In a nostalgic twist, Relic Entertainment is marking the 20th anniversary of Dawn of War and the 15th anniversary of Dawn of War II with special Anniversary Editions.
These editions bundle the core games with all expansions and DLC. As a bonus, existing owners on Steam will find their games automatically upgraded.
Warhammer 40,000: Warpforge, the popular mobile card game, has officially left Early Access. To celebrate, it’s introducing the Astra Militarum as a new playable faction. Players can use the code “WARPFORGE” for 10 free booster packs, available until October 31.
Fans of turn-based strategy can look forward to new content for Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector. A free update improving balance and quality-of-life is now available on all platforms. Additionally, the Astra Militarum faction DLC has been unveiled, scheduled for release on December 10, 2024.
Collectibles and Merchandise
Wētā Workshop is expanding its Warhammer 40,000 collection with a new series of 1:6 scale Space Marine helmets. Pre-orders are now open for Ultramarines, Dark Angels, and World Eaters designs, with more to come.
McFarlane Toys is joining the celebration with new action figures. Lieutenant Titus from Space Marine 2 and an Astra Militarum Commissar are available in both pre-colored and unpainted “Artist’s Proof” versions.
For audiophiles, Laced Records is releasing the Space Marine 2 soundtrack as a Limited Edition two-disc vinyl set. Digital versions of the soundtrack and “The Art and Making of Space Marine 2” art book are also available on Steam.
Literature and Art
DK Books has released “Warhammer 40,000: The Ultimate Guide” in the UK, with a global release coming soon. This comprehensive encyclopaedia, penned by Black Library authors Guy Haley and Gav Thorpe, offers an in-depth look at the lore and miniatures of Warhammer 40,000.
Displate is unveiling a new range of Warhammer-themed metal wall art. Customers can use the code “WHD24” for a 30% discount on matte and gloss Warhammer Displates until October 6.
Special Offers
Several retailers are offering Warhammer Day discounts:
- Cubicle 7: 25% off Warhammer roleplay Starter Sets and Core Books until October 7
- Warhammer Merch: 25% off all tees and hoodies until October 7, 9 AM BST
- Warhammer Art: 10% site-wide discount with code “WHDAY10” until October 11
With so many exciting releases and offers, Warhammer Day 2024 is shaping up to be an event no fan will want to miss.