Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV – Battlefield Report Last Stand

Summary

We're bringing you another Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV Battlefield Report! This time, we are taking a closer look at Last Stand, a survival mode making its return.

Join Game Director Jan Theysen, QA Lead Orvi Thummel and Senior Game Designer Elliott Verbiest as they put their strategies to the test, taking on increasingly challenging waves of enemies while showcasing the new mechanics, customisation options and tactical depth coming to this mode.

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What is The Last Stand?

For those unfamiliar with the mode, The Last Stand brings three players together to survive 20 increasingly challenging waves of enemies. Each player takes control of a powerful Commander, equipped with a customisable selection of weapons, armour and abilities.

This time however Commanders are not fighting alone. New to Dawn of War IV each Commander can bring a strike force of up to four companion units into battle, opening more possibilities than ever before.

Throughout the Battlefield Report, we see the dev team experiment with different approaches. With a limited number of deployment points available, players will need to consider how they equip their Commanders and which units they bring into battle. Whether that is focusing on powerful Commander abilities or additional units and deployable defences, finding the right combination is key to surviving the later waves.

More than just Survival

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