Underplayed Gems

Warhammer® 40,000: Dawn of War® - Dark Crusade (2007)

Warhammer® 40,000: Dawn of War® - Dark Crusade cover
Developer
Relic Entertainment
Publisher
SEGA
Genres
Strategy
Rating
4.8 of 5, 9,481 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 30 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Feels like commanding brutal, relentless armies across a war-torn desert world, with tense, high-stakes tactical battles.

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What players say

Players praise the risk-style campaign map where capturing provinces unlocks special units and gear. The AI is tougher than expected, with some saying normal difficulty uses cheats. Two new factions, Tau and Necron, join the roster, and long-time fans say the game holds up well after all these years.

Screenshots

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