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Outbyte Driver Updater FREEScan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteDriver Scan →Outbyte PC Repair FREERepair Windows errors before they cause bigger problemsFix Now →The new Warhammer 40,000 game scheduled to launch on October 14, 2026, is Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2, the sequel to the 2023 retro first-person shooter Boltgun. Auroch Digital says it is coming that day to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned, but its release date has not been announced.
What is releasing on October 14?
Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 is a retro-style first-person shooter and the sequel to Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun. The October 14 date is the scheduled game launch, not a trailer or announcement date. Auroch Digital lists itself as the developer and Big Fan Games, a Devolver Digital publishing label, as publisher. Auroch Digital’s official game page gives the date and platforms.
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Which platforms are confirmed for launch?
| Platform | Timing and detail |
|---|---|
| PC | Scheduled for October 14, 2026; the official trailer names Steam. Official Warhammer trailer |
| PlayStation 5 | Scheduled for October 14, 2026. Auroch Digital |
| Xbox Series X|S | Scheduled for October 14, 2026. Auroch Digital |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | A version is described as coming soon, but no launch date is stated in the official trailer. Do not assume it arrives on October 14. Official Warhammer trailer |
Can you try it before launch?
Auroch Digital’s FAQ says a demo is live and exclusive to Steam. The FAQ does not establish that a demo is available on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch 2. Check the developer’s official page and FAQ for the current demo link and availability.
What has been announced about the sequel?
A Steam community announcement lists purity seal collectibles, pixel-art cinematics, new taunts for both characters, and a Mick Gordon track among the sequel’s additions. These are announcement details, not a substitute for independent gameplay impressions. Steam announcement
#1 Best Overall
- Includes 23 Space Marines: 1 Captain with Relic Shield, 1 Librarian, 1 Chaplain with Jump Pack, 1 Ancient, 10 Intercessors, 5 Vanguard Veterans with Jump Packs, 3 Eradicators with Heavy Bolters, and 1 Land Speeder
- Also included are 38 Orks: 20 Ork Boyz, 10 Gretchin, 1 Warboss, 1 Bannernob, 1 Bigboss, 1 Painboy with 1 Grot Orderly, 1 Weirdboy, 1 Wartrakk, 1 Big Mek Dakkarig
- One 114 page hardcover Armageddon: Operation Imperator book, 88 Page Core rules booklet, Chapter Approved 2026-27: Mission Deck 88 cards, 89 Cards Dominatus Narrative Campaign Deck,
- 17 Armageddon datasheet cards. Armageddon Transfer Sheet: 728 high-quality waterslide transfers to decorate your miniatures.
- These miniatures are unpainted and need to be assembled. We recommend using Citadel Plastic Glue and Citadel Paints.
The original Boltgun is listed by Auroch Digital for PC and consoles, including PS5. Its page describes mature content including violence, blood, and gore; that description applies to the first game and does not establish a rating for the sequel. Auroch Digital’s page for the original game
Quick Recap
Best Value
Rank #4
- Easy to use
- Good product for use
- Good performance
- Good quality
Rank #3
- 8 plastic miniatures for Warhammer 40,000
- Add an aggressive Speedwaaagh! to your Orks army
- Start a new army, or expand an existing collection, and save money compared to buying the kits individually
- Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
Rank #2
- Complete Launch Boxed Set: Games Workshop - Warhammer 40,000: Armageddon 11th Edition featuring two complete armies ready for epic tabletop battles
- Extensive Miniature Collection: Includes 61 plastic push-fit miniatures to build Space Marines and Orks armies with 501 components that can be assembled without glue
- Space Marines Force: Contains 23 Space Marines including 1 Captain with Relic Shield, 1 Librarian, 1 Chaplain with Jump Pack, 1 Ancient, 10 Intercessors, 5 Vanguard Veterans with Jump Packs, 3 Eradicators with Heavy Bolters, and 1 Land Speeder
- Orks Army: Features 38 Ork miniatures including 1 Warboss, 1 Bannernob, 1 Bigboss, 1 Painboy with Grot Orderly, 1 Weirdboy, 20 Ork Boyz, 10 Gretchin, 1 Wartrakk, and 1 Big Mek Dakkarig
- Complete Gaming Package: Includes hardcover Armageddon: Operation Imperator book, softcover Core Rules booklet, Chapter Approved 2026-27 Mission Deck, Dominatus Narrative Campaign Deck, datasheet cards, transfer sheet, bases, and construction guide
What is not confirmed yet?
- The Nintendo Switch 2 release date is not stated in the official trailer.
- The sources cited here do not establish the sequel’s price, physical edition, or a retail listing.
- The confirmed demo information is for Steam; console demo availability is not stated.
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