Total War: Medieval 3 Announced for 25th Anniversary

Creative Assembly has officially announced Total War: Medieval 3, marking a significant return to the historically-rich universe that the franchise is known for. This new game is part of the celebrations for the series’ 25th anniversary.

A Return to Historical Roots

The previous installment in the Medieval series was launched in 2006, and since then, Creative Assembly has explored various eras and civilizations. The studio’s recent titles include Total War: Pharaoh, set in Ancient Egypt, alongside multiple entries in the fantastical Warhammer universe.

What to Expect from Total War: Medieval 3

Currently in pre-production, Total War: Medieval 3 promises to be the “ultimate medieval strategy sandbox.” Creative Assembly aims to enhance player engagement with a mix of historical authenticity and unprecedented player agency. This is not merely a sequel but represents a reimagining of the Total War experience, immersing players deeply in the Middle Ages.

Exciting Developments in the Warhammer Universe

While focusing on the Medieval series, Creative Assembly has not forgotten about its successful Warhammer games, which will celebrate their tenth anniversary in 2026. Fans can look forward to Total War: Warhammer 3 – Lords of the End Times, set for release next summer. This expansion will introduce four new Legendary Lords, starting with the notorious necromancer, Nagash.

Innovation with Warcore Engine

In addition to new games, Creative Assembly is evolving its game engine with a new version called Warcore. This advancement will provide developers with more sophisticated tools and allow for future Total War games to be released on PlayStation and Xbox, along with PC.

Upcoming Announcements at The Game Awards

Adding to the excitement, Creative Assembly is set to unveil another major title at The Game Awards next week. Described as “one of the most ambitious projects” in the franchise’s history, speculation is rife that it could be the much-rumored Total War: Star Wars.

Celebrating 25 Years of Total War

Roger Collum, vice president of Total War, reflected on the journey, stating, “It’s incredible to think Total War is 25 years old. We’re extremely grateful that we get to make games that our community plays for decades.” He emphasized the importance of community in shaping the Total War series and expressed hope for another 25 years of engaging historical and fantasy strategy games.

Moving Forward

Following the release of Total War: Pharaoh and a recent apology for prior missteps, Creative Assembly seems to be returning to its roots to regain the goodwill of the community. With these exciting announcements and developments, Total War fans can look forward to a remarkable journey ahead.