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Warhammer 40k: Darktide adds Grim Protocols update
Fatshark just launched Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, its brutal co-op FPS set in the grim, dark universe of Warhammer 40,000, on PlayStation 5. This release is accompanied by the Grim Protocols free update, launching across all platforms: PC (Steam and Microsoft Store), Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5.
The PlayStation 5 version will contain all content and improvements made since the PC launch, and will be labeled PlayStation 5 Pro Enhanced. The game will be supporting:
● DualSense Haptic Feedback
● Frame rate of 60 FPS on a 4K resolution for PlayStation 5 Pro
● Performance mode (60FPS on a 1440p resolution) and Quality Mode (30FPS on a 4K resolution) for PlayStation
The Grim Protocols update introduces a new game mode, a new mission, new weapon families, a time-limited special event to celebrate the second anniversary of Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, quality of life improvements and more. To celebrate the launch of Grim Protocols and Warhammer 40,00: Darktide's second anniversary, the game is discounted at 50%, and its Imperial Edition and Imperial Edition upgrade DLC will be at 60% off.
The Grim Protocols free update features:
● New Endgame Mode - Havoc: Think you’ve mastered the threat over Tertium? Think again. Havoc is a new end-game experience that will test the resolve of the most seasoned operative. Be ready to face daunting challenges and earn new cosmetic rewards.
● Three New Weapon Families: tear through waves of enemies by wielding the destructive might of the Two-Handed Force and Power Swords, and the Ogryn Heavy Stubber .
● New Mission - Dark Communion: Return to the Carnival and explore its darkest corners. Steel yourself as you face hordes of cultists who will stop at nothing to achieve their dark communion.
● Anniversary Special Event: to celebrate the second anniversary of Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, the game will host an event that will reward players with a unique weapon trinket.
● And more: including the expansion of the Penance progression track with new challenges and rewards, as well as quality of life improvements such as an extension of the Party Finder feature and idle animations to Stances.
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