Factions

Last checked: 2026-10-26

Every playable faction in Dawn of War IV, with what the publisher has actually stated.

Space MarinesA small, expensive army of adaptable squads — protect veterans, deploy reserves from orbit. Blood Ravens and Dark Angels are the two authored campaign chapters.OrksThe aggression faction: cheap recruits, armed forward buildings and the Waaagh! meter that turns fighting into a temporary boost.NecronsSlow, exceptionally durable android warriors who expand the Power Matrix, resurrect fallen units for free and teleport around its reach.Adeptus MechanicusRanged, synergy-driven series debut: the Noosphere Network links buildings into strength, Auger Vision reads the fog of war, and the Void Shield denies enemy shooting.Dark AngelsConfirmed playable campaign chapter: heavier equipment and direct assaults, contrasted with the Blood Ravens' scouting war.