Creative Assembly Celebrates 25 Years of Total War: Key Announcements
Creative Assembly has marked an important milestone by celebrating 25 years of the Total War series. During a recent showcase, the studio made significant announcements that excite fans of the iconic strategy franchise. Key announcements included a new game, updates to existing titles, and a future reveal at The Game Awards.
Total War: Medieval 3 Announced
The first major announcement was the reveal of Total War: Medieval 3, a long-awaited return to the series’ historical roots. This title is currently in early pre-production, and a live-action trailer has been released. Designed to be the ultimate medieval strategy sandbox, it aims to empower players to reshape realms and immerse themselves fully in the Middle Ages.
- Focus on historical authenticity
- Unprecedented player agency
- Tribute to legendary predecessors
Total War: Warhammer 3 – Lords of the End Times
Next, Creative Assembly announced Total War: Warhammer 3 – Lords of the End Times in honor of the subseries’ 10th anniversary. This expansion introduces four new Legendary Lords into the Immortal Empires campaign, set to release in the summer of 2026.
- First revealed: Nagash, the great necromancer
- Apocalyptic scenarios and cataclysmic events
- Accompanied by a free End Times Update
Innovative Warcore Game Engine Announced
The showcase also introduced the new Warcore game engine, marking a significant advancement in Creative Assembly’s technology. This engine will facilitate the release of upcoming Total War games on consoles, including PlayStation and Xbox.
- More immersive and dynamic gameplay
- Designed to evolve and unlock new capabilities
Tease for Upcoming Total War Game
To wrap up the showcase, Creative Assembly hinted at a surprise game that will be unveiled during The Game Awards on December 11. This future title is anticipated to be one of the most ambitious in Total War’s history and is expected to herald a new era for the franchise.
With these announcements, Creative Assembly is looking ahead to an exhilarating future for the Total War series. As they celebrate 25 years of strategy gaming, fans can eagerly await more updates and releases from this iconic franchise, keeping the spirit of Total War alive and thriving.
