Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster was officially announced by publisher Dotemu and developer Old Skull Games. Quoted from Gematsu, this game is a 2D action platformer that will be coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC (Steam) in the year 2027.
About the Game
In Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster, You take on the role of a cunning and brutal Skaven Assassin. The game takes a fresh new approach while still maintaining the dark feel of the Warhammer Age of Sigmar universe. Skaven are a race of humanoid rats known for being cunning and dangerous in Warhammer lore.
Some key gameplay points revealed:
- Skulk through an engaging 2D action platformer
- Reclaim the art of stealth
- Delve into a grimy, unstable world and story
- Escape, kill, ascend and become a Deathmaster
Developer and Publisher
Dotemu is known as a publisher with experience in working on games based on major franchises, including Streets of Rage 4 and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge. Meanwhile, Old Skull Games is a French developer that previously worked on several mobile and PC titles.
Their collaboration in the Warhammer Age of Sigmar universe is an interesting project to follow, given Dotemu's track record of delivering high-quality 2D games. Dotemu consistently delivers games with solid visuals and gameplay, and this collaboration is expected to follow in the same footsteps.
Platform and Release Schedule
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Deathmaster scheduled for release on 2027 for four platforms at once: PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC via Steam. There is no further information regarding a specific release date or price.
The first announcement trailer is now available and shows the initial visuals of the game. The first screenshot has also been released to give a clearer picture of the art style used in this game.
Warhammer Age of Sigmar Universe Context
Warhammer Age of Sigmar is a fantasy setting from Games Workshop that replaced Warhammer Fantasy Battles. This universe has been the basis for many video games, including several strategy and action titles. The presence of a 2D action platformer game based on this universe is a relatively new and different approach from previous Warhammer games which are generally strategy or RPG genres.
Fans of the Warhammer franchise as well as fans of 2D action platformer games can start monitoring the development of this game ahead of its release in 2027.
