Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition
Top Critic Average
Critics Recommend
Critic Reviews for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War – Definitive Edition is an extremely disappointing "definitive" collection: a superficial remaster that fails to honor the iconic first chapter of the RTS saga. The four titles remain solid in terms of content and replayability, but the remaster is minimal and incomplete. Given the steep price, the release feels sloppy and unjustified. Yet another missed opportunity from Relic Entertainment.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War – Definitive Edition sits on the edge of what defines a remake. The audio, UI improvements, and inclusion of all its DLC make it an appealing entry point for newcomers and a nostalgic return for longtime fans. Yet, its dated animations, controls, and art style struggle to hold up against today's standards. Still, with its sheer amount of content and strategic gameplay, it remains a worthy experience for anyone ready to dive into this gigantic universe.
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition lives up to its title, delivering the best way to experience the classic RTS, even if it could use a bit more polish.
This all might sound like I'm a bit down on Dawn of War – Definitive Edition, but that isn't the case. I love the original releases, and this is that with some modern tweaks, and I've adored the time spent diving back into the games. If you already own the original releases and don't want to, or can't be bothered to mod them, this is certainly the best and most convenient way to play these games now. Those who do play and mod the original games, this is a bit of a harder sell.
Relic's conservative and surface-level approach to this remaster means Dawn of War – Definitive Edition isn't quite definitive, but it's by far the best way to play one of the finest RTS games ever made.
To truly enjoy Dawn of War – Definitive Edition, it’s essential to keep expectations grounded, bearing in mind that this is a game released more than 20 years after the original. Relic has limited the remaster’s improvements to higher resolutions and compatibility with modern systems, which makes for an acceptable experience but not one that meets the standards of today’s strategy titles. As such, the game is best recommended for those who played the original and now, thanks to minor upgrades and the inclusion of a complete, valuable package of all previously released content, want to relive their memories. If you belong to this group, Dawn of War – Definitive Edition is definitely worth experiencing. But if you approach it expecting a brand-new modern RTS, you’ll likely be disappointed.
Review in Persian | Read full review
One of the most comprehensive and best W40K games ever made, a timeless and brilliant strategy game that truly deserves a better remaster.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Definitive Edition is the ideal remaster, but nothing has really changed mechanically, so many of the old issues with balancing still exist.
