Achievements Now Available for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War
For enthusiasts of real-time strategy games, the allure of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War is undeniable. Many players, myself included, have dedicated countless hours to both its campaign and skirmish modes, reveling in the thrill of commanding armies and executing tactical maneuvers. The release of the definitive edition has brought a fresh wave of excitement, particularly with the introduction of achievements—a feature long absent from earlier versions of the game.
The definitive edition, as noted by Sean Martin in his recent impressions, offers a “sparing” yet exceptional enhancement of this beloved series. Notably, the GOG version also includes these achievements, allowing players to track their progress in new and engaging ways. A comprehensive list of achievements was shared in a Steam News Hub blog post, detailing objectives that range from the straightforward to the delightfully quirky.
- Win a skirmish and multiplayer match with each faction.
- Experience every ending across the various story campaigns.
- Achieve the unique milestone of eliminating 666 space marines while playing as chaos marines.
- Deploy each of the games’ relic units, such as the Greater Knarloc and the Bloodthirster, which have always been a highlight during gameplay.
While these achievements are designed to be accessible, players will need to engage with online opponents to unlock all multiplayer-related accolades. One particularly ambitious achievement, titled “The Grim Darkness of the Far Future,” challenges players to eliminate 40,000 enemy units, ideally against a swarm of imperial guardsmen.
It’s worth noting that these new achievements do not retroactively account for previous gameplay. As the blog post explains, the developers faced challenges in integrating existing stat tracking due to the game’s age. However, players can still earn credit for completing campaigns; those who have already finished a campaign can simply replay the final mission to check it off their list.
While I may not consider myself a completionist, the addition of achievements serves as a perfect excuse to revisit some of the finest strategy games ever crafted. Should you encounter me in multiplayer, remember: I’m just here for the achievements, so feel free to let me win!
