Total War Celebrates 25 Legendary Years with Tournaments, Deep Discounts, and a Major Game Reveal in December 2025
Get ready, generals—Total War is preparing for its most ambitious campaign yet. In honor of its 25th anniversary, SEGA® and The Creative Assembly have announced a year-long celebration to commemorate the iconic strategy series. The festivities will culminate in a flagship Anniversary Showcase this December, where fans will finally glimpse the next era of Total War.
With a legacy that began in 2000 with Total War: SHOGUN, the franchise has evolved into a genre-defining juggernaut, blending turn-based empire building with epic real-time battles. Now, in 2025, The Creative Assembly is pulling out all the stops to celebrate a milestone few franchises ever reach.
A Campaign of Celebration Begins This August
Starting August 2025, fans can expect a massive retrospective that spans every major Total War release—from ROME and MEDIEVAL to THREE KINGDOMS and the fantasy epic Total War: WARHAMMER. Expect a steady rollout of behind-the-scenes interviews, developer livestreams, multiplayer tournaments, and deep dives into the making of the games that reshaped the strategy genre.
Tournaments and livestreamed events will bring players together from around the world, while a Total War historical game sale offers up to 75% off fan-favorite titles including THREE KINGDOMS, PHARAOH, and ROME II.
The Future of Total War to Be Revealed December 2025
The campaign will reach its crescendo in early December 2025 with the Total War 25th Anniversary Showcase, a major video event where fans will get their first look at the next Total War title. While details are still under wraps, Creative Assembly promises fresh content for both fantasy and historical fans—suggesting a bold step forward for the franchise.
“The upcoming Showcase will feature brand-new game announcements, never-before-seen content, and commentary from the developers themselves,” said Roger Collum, Vice President of Total War. “It’s not just a look back—it’s the launchpad for our next chapter.”
WARHAMMER III Keeps the Momentum Going
The celebration doesn’t stop at nostalgia. Total War: WARHAMMER III is also getting fresh content in the lead-up to the December showcase. Patch 6.2, dropping next week, introduces a host of new Magical Items, while the Tides of Torment DLC will unveil its final playable faction in July.
And fans still hungry for more can look forward to additional WARHAMMER content being revealed during the December showcase—potentially setting the stage for the franchise’s next fantasy epic.
A Legacy of Conquest
From feudal Japan to mythic battlegrounds and historical empires, Total War has dominated the strategy genre for 25 years. With tens of millions of players across the globe, it’s more than a game—it’s a global community. The series has redefined what grand strategy can be, blending complex political systems with cinematic warfare that feels straight out of a blockbuster.
“This anniversary isn’t just a celebration—it’s a thank you to every developer, every partner, and every player who’s been with us since SHOGUN,” said Collum. “We’re just getting started.”
Ready for battle? Visit Total War’s official site to read Roger Collum’s full letter and stay updated on all anniversary activities.
