There's no question that a lot of fans are excited and hyped-up Warhammer 40,000: Darktide. The pre-order beta was launched late last week and what could make things better? How about the original soundtrack for the game?
The OST is now on Spotify offering a total of 48 tracks all by Jesper Kyd. You can check it out here.
In coming up with this OST, developer Fatshark revealed that "Living Machines" were the first keywords they told Kyd to describe what they were after. When you listen to the score, you get that sense of electronic machine breathing or talking. This was made possible with the Yamaha CS-80.
Another important thing to consider about the music is the feel of the game. The game is set 40,000 years into the future where the devotion to the Imperium is absolute, and that’s something at the front and center of the music. The OST also features a performance by the Budapest Scoring Choir which helps guide the journey of a Reject becoming an icon.
Overall, the main theme embraces the sound of dark folk music that's been mixed with a massive analog synth bassline.
Pre-Order Now
Pre-order for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is now available and offered in two versions. The Standard Edition is priced at $39.99, while the Imperial Edition is at $59.99 but it comes with these extras:
- Loyalist Pack
- Purge heresy in style with these four unique class outfits, eight weapon skin patterns, one headgear, and an Ogryn body tattoo.
- Mortis Veteran Portrait Frame
- A cosmetic portrait frame used to pay tribute to the fallen defenders of Tertium Hive.
- Caducades Backpack
- A cosmetic backpack for human characters.
- Scavenged from the fallen troops of Cadia, this backpack has been repurposed to serve those still alive and fighting.
- 2500 Aquilas (premium currency)
Those who pre-order, regardless of the edition, can get these bonuses:
- The Atoman Star Weapon Trinket
- A cosmetic weapon trinket awarded to those who answered in the hour of Atoma’s need.
- Vanguard of the Imperium Portrait Frame
- A cosmetic portrait frame reserved for those first to enter the fray and last to leave it.
Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is coming out November 30 on PC. A version for the Xbox Series X/S is being planned, though no date has been announced.
