A brand new, deep storyline has been created to combine elements of 4X gameplay with a combat-focused system. The evolution of technology, construction of infrastructures and exploration of an unknown world, goes hand in hand with the management of military resources, including heroes with special abilities and mighty war machines.

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius has been designed to give four totally different gameplay experiences, depending on which factions players choose. Space Marines, Astra Militarum (aka Imperial Guard), Orks and Necrons each have dramatically different characteristics, both in how they develop and expand and in the way they interact with allies and enemies. This gives the game virtually endless replay value and players the chance to play out the same experience in totally divergent ways.

In Warhammer 40,000: Gladius there is also a massive difference between playing solo or in multiplayer. The deep storyline was created from scratch to allow players to explore an entire world and lead the expansion of an empire from the ground up. The discovery of ancient artefacts and the custom-crafted quests will reveal the secrets of the planet and its mysterious history as the story progresses.

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is scheduled to launch on July 12, 2018, and is now available for pre-order on Steam.

For 39.99 dollars it is now possible to preorder the mighty Deluxe Edition, a digital chest full of invaluable goodies:

• An exclusive neutral unit: the Lord of Skulls! This massive behemoth of Chaos will prowl the battlefields of Gladius Prime and wreak havoc amongst your ranks. It is a formidable opponent for all of the factions competing for planetary dominance.
• The game’s stunning original soundtrack composed by Dan Bewick: 12 amazingly thematic tracks which bring the universe of Warhammer 40,000 to life.
• Digital Wallpapers: 7 awesome pieces of art depicting the battlefields of Gladius Prime and the factions engaged in a deadly struggle for control of the planet.

If you pre-order the Deluxe Edition now, you will get your hands on all of these goodies at the same price as the launch price of the standard edition of the game - a deal even an Ork can't miss out. 

The real-time multiplayer system lets players build their own path to victory while fighting against live opponents, time and the natural perils that Gladius hides.

Key Features:

• eXplore: Play as one of four iconic Warhammer factions (Astra Militarum, Space Marines, Orks or Necrons), each with their own unique playstyle and technology tree. Explore a randomly generated world filled with special features and threatening wildlife that can crush your troop's morale. Secure control of powerful ancient artefacts to grant you an edge against rival factions.
• eXpand: Construct cities, buildings and fortifications to expand your empire and produce an army to vanquish your foes. Harvest resources and research new technologies to fuel and upgrade your machinery of war.
• eXploit: Progress through a different storyline with each faction as their destiny on Gladius Prime, a world tainted by the warp, unfolds. In the end, when all the dust has settled, only one faction can emerge victorious.
• eXterminate: Command a wide array of devastating weaponry, issue city edicts and deploy tactical operations. Recruit hero units that possess distinct special abilities and can be equipped with items, ranging from advanced grenades to mighty relics of the past. As they become more and more powerful with each rank, they turn into true champions of your cause.

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is scheduled to launch on July 12, 2018.