
Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
Owlcat Games
Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.
Year 3
Dec 7, 2025 - Nov 14, 2026
The Infinite Museion launched in June 2026 as the third story expansion for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, adding new quests, narrative elements, an encounter with Trazyn the Infinite, and the Tech-Priest Manipulus companion. Its augmentation layer created a major new progression path, while Processional of the Damned was announced as the final expansion but remained unreleased after its delay.
- The Infinite Museion: The expansion added the Tech-Priest Manipulus, Trazyn’s story encounter, and new narrative content.
- Augmentation System: More than 100 cybernetic augments introduced body-part slots, positive and negative effects, and permanent surgical upgrades.
- Sector Bionica: The new voidship compartment supported augmentation surgery for the Lord Captain and crew.
- Ferrum Sanctum: This new machine-purity stat interacted with augments, talents, and the Galvanization overdrive mechanic.
- Trazyn’s Museion: Post-launch fixes stopped players from accessing Act V systems improperly and resolved AI softlocks during combat.
- Processional of the Damned: The final expansion’s launch was delayed to December 2026, with a December 8 unlock announced in November. Stella the Miraculist, the Zealot archetype, grenade launchers, Insanity, and the voidship graveyard remained previews rather than delivered content; the Season Pass 2 Appearance Pack was announced as a free base-game integration, and owners gained a refund option after the delay.
- Uralon and grenade overhaul:
- Uralon the Cruel: His mechanics received a substantial overhaul, including corrections to his daemons’ stats and abilities.
- Infinite Museion grenades: Grenades became ranged area attacks that could critically hit and benefit from Intelligence and Demolition bonuses.
- Operative and Assassin: Keystone features worked on additional turns, while Operative talents received improved scaling.
- Pasqal and Forge World: Their origins gained interactions with the new augmentation system.
- Infinite Museion Twitch Drops Campaign: The June 11–July 2 campaign offered exclusive in-game items for watching participating streamers.
Year 2
Dec 7, 2024 - Dec 7, 2025
Lex Imperialis Expansion launched on June 24, 2025, marking a significant addition to Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader with a new storyline, the Adeptus Arbites faction, and the companion Solomorne Anthar. Alongside this, Season Pass II was announced, promising two new expansions and an appearance customization pack. The year also introduced a co-op mode for consoles, allowing players to explore the Koronus Expanse together.
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Major Content Drops:
- Lex Imperialis Expansion: Introduced new narrative-driven gameplay and companions on June 24, 2025.
- Announcement of Season Pass II: Included two expansions and an appearance customization pack on May 22, 2025.
- Free DLC: Sapper Shovel launched on April 30, 2025, as part of a collaboration.
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New Content:
- Co-op mode available on consoles starting December 10, 2024.
- 20 new talents and features for the Overseer were added on August 6, 2025.
- New combat equipment, shields, and associated talents were introduced on June 24, 2025.
- New companion Solomorne Anthar and the Arbitrator origin were added with the Lex Imperialis expansion on June 24, 2025.
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New Systems / Mechanics:
- Introduction of shields as a combat equipment type on June 24, 2025.
- New archetype, Overseer, introduced on June 24, 2025.
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Balance & Gameplay:
- Origins rework improved gameplay balance and engagement on October 28, 2025.
- Adjustments to the Commissar's At All Costs! ability damage on October 30, 2025.
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Visual & Audio Improvements:
- Updated character models and new voiceovers were implemented, enhancing the immersion of the game on December 10, 2024.
Year 1
Dec 7, 2023 - Dec 7, 2024
Void Shadows DLC launched on September 24, 2024, introducing a wealth of new content, including new archetypes and a sinister Genestealer Cult narrative. This update significantly expanded the gameplay experience with the introduction of the Grim Darkness Mode, a challenging gameplay style that imposes permanent consequences for player actions. Additionally, numerous balance changes and gameplay improvements were made, enhancing the overall experience.
- Void Shadows DLC: Released on September 24, 2024, offering new storylines, a romanceable companion, and new archetypes, including the Bladedancer and Executioner.
- New Archetypes: The Bladedancer specializes in acrobatic melee combat, while the Executioner focuses on damage-over-time effects.
- Grim Darkness Mode: A new gameplay mode introduced on September 23, 2024, where players must manage a single save and face dire consequences for their decisions.
- Achievements and Items: Completing this mode unlocks the achievement 'There Is Only War...' and the Amulet of the Indomitable Spirit.
- Balance Changes: Significant adjustments were made to archetype balance, including buffs to Sanctioned Psykers and reductions for Arch-Militant Versatility to enhance the gameplay experience.
- Seasonal Events: The Grim Darkness Challenge launched on October 22, 2024, providing a competitive environment for streamers, along with Twitch Drops for viewers.
- New Content Updates: Over 500 new talents were added for character customization, and new companions like Kibellah, a Death Cult Assassin, were introduced.