The Omnissiah heard your prayers: Darktide’s finally getting a cog boy on June 23rd
Fatshark’s Warhammer 40K: Darktide is adding a new Skitarii class on June 23rd, officially announced at the Warhammer Skulls 2026 showcase. The class represents the highly-anticipated arrival of the Adeptus Mechanicus to the game’s roster.
The announcement has been met with enthusiasm from portions of the player community. Many had expressed disappointment when Fatshark previously revealed the Hive Scum as their class addition, viewing it as a missed opportunity to include a member of the Adeptus Mechanicus faction. However, the gutter rat’s stylish knives and gunslinging capabilities have proven popular with players since launch.
The new Skitarii class, with its mechanical aesthetic tied to Warhammer 40K’s iconic tech-priests, appears positioned to deliver a distinctly different playstyle. According to the official announcement, the Adeptus Mechanicus represent an integral part of the Warhammer 40K universe, and their inclusion in Darktide signals Fatshark’s commitment to expanding the game’s class variety with factions fans have long requested.
The June 23rd release date provides a clear timeline for players anticipating the new class addition.