Creative Assembly, the game development studio behind the Total War series, has confirmed that Total War: Warhammer 40,000 will be accessible to both longtime fans of the franchise and newcomers to the Warhammer 40,000 universe. At Gamescom, lead designer Joy Dey and battle product owner Dave Petry spoke with TechRadar Gaming about the game's onboarding process, emphasizing that the experience will be carefully designed to guide players of all backgrounds. The game will include a comprehensive tutorial that covers the lore, story, and gameplay mechanics of Warhammer 40,000. This tutorial will follow a narrative featuring named characters from the universe, helping newcomers understand the setting while offering experienced fans a taste of what to expect. The tutorial will primarily focus on Space Marines, a central faction in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, and will introduce gameplay mechanics in a step-by-step manner, serving as a gateway to deeper exploration of the world. Dey acknowledged that the game's battle systems can be complex, but noted that every key mechanic—such as pausing the action, taking cover, analyzing the battlefield, and using elevation for tactical advantage—will be clearly taught during the tutorials. Petry added that the game includes many new and revised battle features, some of which required reworking or reintroducing for this installment. However, he stressed that the tutorials will be equally valuable for both new players and those returning to the series after a long break. For experienced players, the tutorial will act as an "appetizer," introducing them to updated features and deepening their understanding of the lore. For newcomers, it will serve as a solid entry point to both the Total War series and the Warhammer 40,000 universe. The game is expected to release in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC.