Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Announced for Nintendo Switch 2

Owlcat Games has officially revealed that Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is in development for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.

Building on a legacy of deep and engaging role-playing experiences, Owlcat Games is collaborating closely with Games Workshop to bring one of the most innovative CRPG titles in recent memory to Nintendo’s next-generation platform.

The announcement marks the first time that Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader will be available on a Nintendo console, further expanding the franchise's reach to a broader audience. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader places players at the helm of a powerful scion from an ancient family of privateers.

Gaming enthusiasts familiar with the universe will appreciate the depth of choice offered—players hold an Imperial Warrant of Trade, granting unique authority to explore, profit, and carve a destiny throughout the farthest reaches of Imperial space, all under the blessing of the Emperor himself.

The game promises a blend of narrative-driven gameplay and tactical combat, staying true to the roots of the classic Rogue Trader ruleset while leveraging the advanced hardware capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2. A spokesperson from Owlcat Games explained that the game has been developed in very close partnership with Games Workshop, ensuring authenticity to the Warhammer universe and attention to detail that fans expect.

Players will command their ship through the perilous Koronus Expanse, a vast and uncharted region teeming with hidden dangers and opportunities.

The developer highlights the importance of choices, with each action and decision—starting from character creation—having a lasting impact on the game’s world and its inhabitants.

"Every choice you make echoes across star systems, shaping the fate of your crew and the wider Imperium," Owlcat representatives noted in an official statement. Key gameplay features for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader include deep party management, rich character progression, and a strategic combat system that requires careful planning and teamwork.

Players will assemble a squad of diverse companions, ranging from loyal heroes and powerful psykers to enigmatic xenos.

Every member of the crew influences the story, and their fates are shaped by the player’s guidance. The game features tactical isometric, turn-based combat where environmental strategy and squad abilities are essential for overcoming formidable adversaries.

Adaptation of the classic Rogue Trader ruleset results in a combat system that offers extensive tactical variety, catering to both newcomers and seasoned Warhammer enthusiasts. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader will launch as a digital title on the Nintendo eShop worldwide for Nintendo Switch 2.

As of now, Owlcat Games has not specified a release date or window, but the studio assures fans that more details will be shared in upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations and via official channels. This expansion to Nintendo Switch 2 illustrates Owlcat Games’ commitment to supporting Nintendo’s hardware with premium, story-rich RPG experiences.

For fans of Warhammer 40,000, CRPGs, and immersive storytelling, the arrival of Rogue Trader on Nintendo Switch 2 represents a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership between well-respected developers and the Nintendo ecosystem.

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