Overview /The forces of the
FACTION DOSSIERS / 01–04
The forces of the
41st Millennium.
Four factions are announced for launch: Space Marines, Astra Militarum, Orks and Aeldari. [source]
FACTION / 01LAUNCH
Space Marines
Armour. Precision. Resolve.
Included in beta
FACTION / 02LAUNCH
Astra Militarum
Strength in numbers.
Included in beta
FACTION / 03LAUNCH
Orks
A war without restraint.
Included in beta
FACTION / 04LAUNCH
Aeldari
Precision from the shadows.
Not in closed beta
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TEST SCOPE ≠ LAUNCH SCOPE
Closed beta availability
| Faction | Announced launch | Closed beta |
|---|---|---|
| Space Marines | Confirmed | Campaigns & battles |
| Astra Militarum | Confirmed | Multiplayer & custom battles |
| Orks | Confirmed | Multiplayer & custom battles |
| Aeldari | Confirmed | Not in closed beta |
Space Marines, Astra Militarum, Orks and Custom Factions are listed for beta multiplayer and custom battles. Aeldari are excluded from this test. [source]
Read the full beta scope →These are launch announcements, not a statement that the game is available now. See the 2027 release window and platform status.
Source records
- Announcing Total War: Warhammer 40,000! Warhammer Community
- Closed Beta — scope and selection Creative Assembly
Checked 22 September 2026 · Pre-release information may change.