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Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun II Launches October 14

Auroch Digital's retro FPS sequel launches October 14 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with Malum Caedo and Sister of Battle Nyra Veyrath as playable characters and Mick Gordon contributing to the soundtrack.

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Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun II now has a firm release date.

Auroch Digital's retro first-person shooter sequel launches on October 14, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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Two Playable Heroes

The sequel lets players fight as returning Ultramarine Malum Caedo or Sister of Battle Nyra Veyrath.

That gives the campaign two distinct playable characters rather than simply repeating the first game's setup.

Steam's official listing confirms both characters as playable.

More Weapons and Enemies

Boltgun II keeps the original game's deliberately retro presentation while expanding its combat sandbox.

Auroch Digital is promising more enemies, more weapons, and new ways to fight through the Warhammer 40,000 setting.

The core appeal remains straightforward: fast movement, oversized weapons, hordes of enemies, and a visual style designed to feel like a modern game filtered through a 1990s shooter.

Mick Gordon Joins the Soundtrack

The sequel's promotion also highlights music from Mick Gordon, best known for his work on modern Doom.

That is a natural fit for a shooter built around aggressive pacing and heavy combat.

What Is Confirmed

  • Release date: October 14, 2026
  • Platforms: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
  • Playable characters: Malum Caedo and Nyra Veyrath
  • Developer: Auroch Digital
  • Publishers: Big Fan Games and Devolver Digital

A Switch 2 version has also been reported for later, but the October 14 date applies to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

The Bottom Line

Boltgun II is now one week away from release.

For players who liked the original game's fast, deliberately old-school FPS design, the sequel is expanding the formula with a second playable hero, more weapons, and a larger enemy roster while keeping the same aggressive identity.

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