Blending my way through Hive Tertium’s tunnels as a towering murderbot might make the Skitarii my favorite Darktide class yet
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide has announced a new Skitarii class as part of its third DLC expansion, unveiled during 2026’s Warhammer Skulls event. The tech-based class introduces more customizable freedom in skill trees compared to the game’s existing classes, according to developer Fatshark.
Early hands-on impressions from gaming journalists have been enthusiastic. Reviewers highlight the Skitarii’s unique mechanical depth and engaging gameplay style. One reviewer with over 250 hours invested in the game reports that the Skitarii may surpass their previous favorite class, praising features such as Transonic Blades and strong melee combat effectiveness. Another reviewer who attended a preview presentation similarly expressed strong enthusiasm, suggesting the class could significantly increase their playtime.
The Skitarii class allows players to engage in stealth mechanics while exploring Hive Tertium’s tunnels, with reviewers describing it as a playstyle that blends concealment with devastating offensive capability. The expanded skill tree customization appears to give players more meaningful character-building choices compared to other available classes.
The announcement comes as part of ongoing post-launch support for Darktide, the popular horde shooter set in Games Workshop’s Warhammer 40,000 universe. The new class represents a significant roster addition and appears well-received by early testers.