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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 30/09/2026

Our fourth and final CGI is out now! Watch how the Blood Ravens and Dark Angels chapters of Space Marines join forces to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Only about two-ish months left until Dawn of War IV releases. Hope you're as excited as we are! #DOW4 www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmf9...

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV – Blood Ravens Trailer

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Dawn of War @dawnofwar.com · 16/09/2026

All four factions enter the battlefield in a 2v2 Team Domination match in the latest Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report. Watch the battle unfold here 🔗 www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ansr...

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report – 2v2 Team Domination

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Robin-Yann Storm @rystorm.com · 11/09/2026

Today: Visiting the alumni event at Breda University of Applied Sciences, with fellow good shirt wearers @elliottverbiest.com and @kubak.bsky.social

Me, Elliott and Kuba at the Breda University of Applied Sciences sign

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 09/09/2026

The fourth Battlefield Report for Dawn of War IV is now live! Watch as our QA lead takes on our creative director in an expanded Orks vs Necrons match, showing of the improvements we've made based on your feedback (and attempting to exact vengeance on my behalf in the process 😤).

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report – 1v1 Annihilation Orks vs Necrons

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 04/09/2026

Gamescom is a demanding environment both physically and emotionally, but meeting and hanging out with industry peers and friends makes every minute being there worth it. ❤

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Robin-Yann Storm @rystorm.com · 27/08/2026

We had a good shirt meetup at Gamescom, this time with 50% more Chenaski representation!

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 24/08/2026

It's time for another AMA! We'll be answering your questions on September 1st about what's next for us as we work towards launching Dawn of War IV! Got a question you want to ask? Join our Discord and post it here: discord.gg/PXvfYVjU3 #DOW4

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 15/08/2026

I'll be in town for Gamescom this week! Come say hi if you catch me in the venue on Wednesday or Thursday.

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 12/08/2026

We've made the difficult decision to move the release date of Dawn of War IV to December 3rd of this year. Watch the video featuring our game director below for more details! youtu.be/7r3yoF-ygNM

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Release Date Update

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Bertine van Hövell 🛝 Gamescom @baroness.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

I'm largely a solodev and I've worked with Kitty since 2020 and it has been legit amazing for my planning and organising, and staying on track Plus great sparring partner, knows her shit, tells you like it is without losing focus of the person and very professional. I highly, highly recommend her

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Kitty Crawford @kittycrawford.com · 05/08/2026

I'm Kitty, a Creative Producer based in Europe, and it's my job to make sure your game ships 🤟 I specialize in worldwide remote teams. I've time in my schedule for some Production Checkups/ PT Production work. HMU if you'd like to know more! Sharing is greatly appreciated! 💗 kittycrawford.com

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Kitty Crawford | Creative Producer

I'm a Gaming Producer, Web Designer / Developer and Educator. I am currently consulting with several game development companies in Canada, the UK and Europe, but have room for more. I'm also free for ...

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 04/08/2026

Got to chat a bit about the Necrons' super unit, as well as put my lore knowledge to the test, for Dawn of War IV! #DOW4

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 04/08/2026

📢 Calling all RTS players in and around Nottingham, UK! 📢 We're seeking participants for a paid playtest of Dawn of War IV for one of the following weeks: 10th August – 14th August 17th August – 21st August Application form here: gromotionmr.surveysparrow.com/s/PN26-079--...

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 20/07/2026

The Necrons return to reclaim what is theirs in Dawn of War IV! We'll be lifting the curtain on this faction and their deathless legions on July 29th. #DOW4 youtu.be/wFtKLe0IMwE

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV – Necron CGI Trailer

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 08/07/2026

Our next Battlefield Report for Dawn of War IV is out, showcasing gameplay for the Adeptus Mechanicus and Necrons. Will I be able to claim victory while coherently explaining what the heck a Resurrection Gallery does? Watch to find out! www.youtube.com/watch?v=-1wL... #DOW4

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report – 1v1 Multiplayer Necrons vs Adeptus Mechanicus

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 01/07/2026

Our first Battlefield Report, showing multiplayer gameplay for Dawn of War IV, is out now! Watch as the game director and I go head-to-head as Space Marines versus Orks. #DOW4 youtu.be/VEpODv4qmLk?...

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Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report - Space Marines vs Orks

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Zaire @zeestermeester.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

If anyone is looking to hire a Peabody and BAFTA winning senior writer, I am looking for work. I’ve got six years experience in games. Everything from indie to AAA. I am not married to staying in games. I am hoping to relocate to the Bay Area. I am keeping my ears to the ground.

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Bertine van Hövell 🛝 Gamescom @baroness.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

The people making this are some of my oldest industry friends and really amazing, inspiring game makers. I'm so looking forward to this!

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Robin-Yann Storm @rystorm.com · 08/06/2026

I have done a lot of gamedev student portfolio reviews over the years. I am often giving the same advice, so to help as many students as possible I am organizing a live digital portfolio review where everyone can watch the feedback. It's scheduled for July 6th: www.eventbrite.nl/e/game-dev-s...

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 05/06/2026

There's a lot I like about 007 First Light but a special shout-out is in order for the person(s) who wrote Bond's barks. Can imagine writing lines for a character that is already 80% quips by volume is a special kind of joy.

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 21/05/2026

It's official! Dawn of War IV is set to release on September 17th this year. We've got an absolute boatload more in store afterwards which you can check out here! www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYdX...

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Release Date & Post-Launch Roadmap Reveal Trailer

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 13/05/2026

I sadly won't be attending A MAZE this year, but to make up for it, Dawn of War IV will be featured at Warhammer Skulls next week! Tune in next week on the 21st, you won't want to miss it. 👀 #DOW4 www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9Xm...

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Warhammer Skulls 2026 Announced | Coming May 21st

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 07/05/2026

Sing praise through glorious firepower as we take a closer look at the Adeptus Mechanicus faction for Dawn of War IV! #DOW4 youtu.be/-wwNzO4XpJY?...

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Adeptus Mechanicus Faction Trailer

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 20/04/2026

Omnissiah be praised, we've just dropped a shiny new trailer for the Adeptus Mechanicus! Dawn of War IV will be the first time they are a fully playable faction in the series and it was a joy to bring them to life! #DOW4 youtu.be/8O-IUsYUsWM

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Adeptus Mechanicus CGI Trailer

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jazz mickle @queenjazz.gay · 04/04/2026

~ World Pole Stone Dusk: Diadem of the Pole ~ My game is out now on steam! Its a tough but short action game with many weapons enemies and secrets! Crunchy music, crunchy pixels, and super cheap! store.steampowered.com/app/3468690/...

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Save 40% on World Pole Stone Dusk: Diadem of the Pole on Steam

Challenging and rewarding gameplay, crisp pixelart graphics, and very crunchy audio. A tiny game for ginormous gamers.

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 13/03/2026

I recently visited the folks at Games Workshop HQ to talk about Dawn of War IV on Deep Strike! You can take a peek at the interview here, with the full episode available to Warhammer Plus subscribers. www.youtube.com/watch?v=po35...

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Deep Strike Talks Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV – Sneak Peek | Warhammer+

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JC Lau @drjclau.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

If you love seeing all these gamedev faces that you don't normally see in the industry, remember that #WhatAGameDevLooksLike has a feed you can follow. Shout out to @singingpigs.online for helping to get it set up! ✨

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 26/02/2026

It's not every day a game I'm working on is on the cover of PC Gamer magazine! Check it out for an exclusive look at Dawn of War IV, and where I reveal some tidbits on the various factions. 👀

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 14/02/2026

We're once again hosting a closed alpha at the end of this month and expanding our selection of playtesters! Head on over to our Discord to find out how you can participate. Sign-ups end February 18th so be sure to get in before then! discord.gg/dawnofwar4

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Arden Osthof @ardenost.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Robin-Yann is my go to for good UX and tool design, and I'm so sick of how difficult to use dev tools are from an accessibility standpoint - especially in house tools. If anyone in my network wants to do a collab, he's your tools expert!

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 15/01/2026

This is probably one of the coolest features we're cooking with Dawn of War IV, if I say so myself. #DOW4

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 13/01/2026

Read (or watch) how we're building Dawn of War IV for audiences both new and old featuring our creative director and yours truly! #DOW4

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Len @len.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

I got to visit King Art Games and talk about Dawn of War 4 pretty extensively. I also played a fair bit of the campaign. Keep an eye out this month for lots of Dawn of War stuff!

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 07/01/2026

We're featured on IGN First! Check out the opening CGI for Dawn of War IV and stay tuned for more cool stuff being shown off this month. www.ign.com/articles/war... #DOW4

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War 4 Shows Off Ork Faction in New CGI Trailer – IGN First - IGN

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Malindy @yourkyotowife.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Now that everyone is going back to work, it's a good time to remind you I still urgently want to be your next writer of things. Email hetfeldmalindy@gmail.com or DM me for my portfolio. Happy New Year!

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Nate Horsfall @lightningarts.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Hey Internet! I and a handful of others were laid off today, so I'll be looking for whatever animation work exists out there. I've got 20+ years of experience, so hit me up if you need that on your teams! www.youtube.com/watch?v=THxQ... Also other people were impacted. Can provide many roles!

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Nate Horsfall: 3d Animation Reel 2024

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 30/12/2025

I'm officially "pulled a muscle in my neck shaking a jar of vinaigrette" old.

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 19/12/2025

The Lion does not concern himself with Necrons. 🦁 Check out the latest trailer for #DOW4 featuring the Dark Angels! www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGC_...

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - "Sons of Caliban" Dark Angels Trailer

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 05/12/2025

Very excited to share the story trailer for Dawn of War IV, which premiered at PC Gamer's Most Wanted last evening. Can't wait to show more of what we're cooking for the game's campaigns! www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_m2...

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV - Story Trailer | PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted 2025

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 04/12/2025

We've happily taken on and hired people from Breda University for several years now. Help them set up the next generation of game designers for success by filling in the survey!

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 03/12/2025

We're hosting another closed alpha test for Dawn of War IV on the weekend of the 13th! Be sure to join our Discord and follow the instructions if you want to see what we're cooking. Discord.gg/dawnofwar4 This is a small-scale test again, but we're looking to do more tests in the future. 👀 #DOW4

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RainbowRatArt | Open for Work @rainbowratart.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Hi there, I’m Gina! Need something cute… or a little bit dead? Open for #Freelance projects, check out my #Portfolio at www.rainbowrat.com Let's connect on www.linkedin.com/in/ginavoerde ! ✨Reposts welcome!✨ #openforwork #gamedev #indiedev #commissionsopen

A gridview of works I did in the past with a little photo of me from a Halloween LARP as an undead pirate. The works show environments, characters, conceptart, illustration and 3D printing.

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Arden Osthof @ardenost.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

The day before we left we stumbled on this shrine festival and you better believe I prayed my catholic little heart out for good business luck. Good news: My schedule is open for narrative design, writing, and production work! Hit me up! 🐎

photo of a shrine festival at night. it's packed with people and there's a tall wall of paper lantern imposing in the distance.

photo of the same scene but with a little horse good luck charm held in front of the camera.

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 28/10/2025

We're hosting a closed alpha test of Dawn of War IV! Want to help shape the game before launch next year? Sign up for our newsletter at the link below before 12 PM CET, October 31st and keep an eye on your e-mail for further instructions! 🫡 www.deepsilver.com/games/dawn-o... #DOW4

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 28/10/2025

My only regret this Halloweek so far is not watching eXistenZ sooner.

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 01/10/2025

Thanks to everyone who showed up and asked questions during our AMA! An enterprising individual has shared a transcript on Reddit if you want to read what was discussed: www.reddit.com/r/dawnofwar/...

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 29/09/2025

Hot off the heels of our latest trailer, join us on our Discord this Wednesday where I will be answering all your burning questions on Dawn of War IV! Submit your questions here: discord.com/channels/139...

A graphic showing an announcement of a developer "Ask Me Anything" for Dawn of War 4 on October first at 5 PM UTC.

The developers in question are Elliott Verbiest, senior game designer, and Jan Theysen, creative director on Dawn of War 4.

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 28/09/2025

The fires of war are lit and Kronus burns once more! Check out our new trailer for Dawn of War IV, captured entirely in-engine, as well as a brief interview including yours truly. 💁🏼‍♂️ www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3u6... #DOW4

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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV gameplay trailer and dev interview - PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct

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Elliott Verbiest @elliottverbiest.com · 28/09/2025

The show starts in an hour right here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2AD-... Come watch me yap a little about Dawn of War IV!

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PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct 2025

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