Total War: Warhammer gets a release date

Pre-order and limited edition detailed, plus Chaos themed trailer and screens.

Creative Assembly has just given strategy fans a date for their diaries, with the news that the eagerly anticipated {Total War: Warhammer} will be released on April 28, 2016.

It's the first of a three-part series and it's heading to PC, Mac and SteamOS. With that in mind, we've also got a new trailer and some screenshots detailing the content that pre-orders will get for free at launch, the Chaos Warriors Race Pack.

Sega has also announced a limited run of the High King Edition, and if you keep scrolling down you can read about what players will get if they want to go all in.

Modelled on the legendary Book of Grudges, the High King Edition will ship in a large ornate presentation box, featuring metallic gold and 3D sculpted detail in the iconic Dwarfen style. Contained within is a host of treasures guaranteed to sate the gold-lust of the mightiest Dwarfen High King; including:

Grudge Ring: This quality metal ring, with a rotating inner band is perfect to spin whilst brooding over grudges and plotting revenge. Six numbered bevels on the inner hoop allow the ring to double as a fully functioning die.

Slayer's Whetstone Pendant: Made of genuine, functional whetstone and inscribed with the talismanic Master Rune of Spite, this hefty trinket would be treasured and jealously guarded by any self-respecting Slayer, who aims to keep a keen edge on their blades.

Dwarfen Drinking Horn & Stand: Toast your victories with this beautifully decorated drinking horn; wrought with icons and sigils in the Dwarfen craftsman style. Suitable for both display and practical use, it can hold a full pint and comes complete with its own unique metal display stand. Please note, liquid cannot be 'sipped' from this drinking horn, it may only be 'quaffed'.

Canvas Map: Plan your campaigns of conquest as any High King should with this gorgeously illustrated canvas map of the game world.

Integrated Artbook: Integrated into the High King Edition's impressive packaging is a large art book featuring exclusive concepts.

Metal Case: Protect your game disks from the perilous dangers of the Old World with this exclusive metal case.

Insider Guide: A printed strategy guide for Total War: WARHAMMER; this book will help get you started with the game and offers invaluable tactical advice to help you dominate the battlefields of the Old World.

Chaos Warriors Race Pack: The Chaos Warriors Race Pack offers a new playable race with a full roster of bloodthirsty units, terrifying mounts and monstrous creatures. Lead the corrupted Chaos hordes as one of three new playable Legendary Lords and embrace the Ruinous Powers as you embark on brand new quest chains, unlocking powerful items and gaining the favour of the dark Chaos Gods.