Owlcat Games Reveals New Updates for 2027

Owlcat Games has several projects in development, and the studio recently shared updates on some of its upcoming releases. From the final DLC for Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader to new details on Dark Heresy and The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, a lot is happening across its lineup. None of these announcements are particularly big individually, but they give you a better idea of what the developer has planned for the next few months.

Owlcat Games has confirmed that its upcoming Processional of the Damned DLC will be the last expansion for the game, starting with Rogue Trader. The DLC has been delayed before, but will now be released on December 8. While the studio previously hinted in community discussions that no further expansions were in the works, this is the first official announcement that the project is ending.

The next expansion will introduce a new companion named Stella, a Miraculous with her own unique mechanics.

She will also gain access to a new archetype, the Zealot. The story will revolve around Stella's visions of the Processional of the Damned, a huge graveyard filled with derelict void ships. You will explore its wealth, meet its strange inhabitants, and find yourself in situations that blur the line between reality and insanity.

There's also a lot of expectation around this last expansion, especially after Void Shadows, which many players consider one of Owlcat's best DLCs. With Processional of the Damned being the last opportunity to expand Rogue Trader's story, it'll be interesting to see whether it can reach the same standard.

Meanwhile, Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy is getting closer to its full release. Following its beta in May, the biggest remaining question has been when players will finally get their hands on the complete game. While Owlcat hasn't mentioned a date, recent teasers have narrowed the possible release window to three months: January, May, or August 2027.

May seems less likely, as The Expanse: Osiris Reborn already has a Q2 2027 launch. If both games launch too close together, the studio might struggle to meet deadlines, so January or August are more likely. With The Game Awards just around the corner, Owlcat might also use the event to announce release dates for both projects.

Another interesting detail about Dark Heresy is the Night Lords.

They've appeared in the game's initial promotional material, including a special press kit sent to media members containing an ominous message written from their perspective. A Night Lord also appeared in the original announcement trailer, but Owlcat hasn't shown much more about their involvement since then.

The studio's recent promotional material has featured Night Lords-inspired branding, which could suggest that more information about the faction will arrive alongside the release date announcement.

For The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, Owlcat has also addressed changes to the male protagonist's voice acting. Following criticism of the original performance in the playable preview, the studio listened to feedback and recast the male captain and his twin, Jay. A recent comparison video shows the updated performances, building on an earlier preview shared in April.

The studio also revealed that David Gaider, known for helping create the Dragon Age universe and writing several of its characters, has been collaborating on the game's overall narrative. His exact contributions remain unclear, but his involvement is notable given the frequent comparisons between Osiris and Mass Effect.

Finally, Owlcat's publishing project Shadow of the Road has also received a release update. Originally planned for this year, the game has been delayed and is now scheduled to launch on March 10.

With Rogue Trader wrapping up its DLC support and Dark Heresy and The Expanse approaching their respective release windows, Owlcat Games has plenty coming up. The studio's next announcements should give you a clearer picture of what to expect from its growing lineup.