Get ready for a thrilling announcement, Total War fans! The highly anticipated Total War: Medieval 3 is finally in the works, and it's set to revolutionize the franchise. During Creative Assembly's recent showcase, they dropped a bombshell by revealing that the long-awaited Medieval 3 is entering early pre-production. But here's where it gets controversial...
The Total War series has explored various historical settings, from Europe's Medieval era to Japan's Shogun games and China's Three Kingdoms. It even ventured into fantasy with the ongoing Total War: Warhammer sub-series. Now, Medieval 3 marks a significant milestone as the first sub-series (excluding Warhammer) to receive a third installment.
Check out the announcement trailer below for a glimpse into this exciting new chapter:
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While the game is still in its infancy, the developers want to involve the community early on. They emphasize that players shouldn't expect a release anytime soon, but they're eager to share behind-the-scenes insights and gather feedback as development progresses.
One of the most notable aspects of Medieval 3 is the use of an upgraded engine, known as Warcore. This enhanced version promises improved physics, impressive pathfinding, and a solid technological foundation for future Total War games. And this is the part most people miss...
The engine upgrade opens up exciting possibilities, as it enables Total War games to launch on Xbox and PlayStation consoles. While the developers assure that PC remains the primary focus, the option for console releases is now on the table. However, it's unclear whether Medieval 3 will be available on these platforms, so we'll have to stay tuned for more details.
In addition to Medieval 3, fans can look forward to the Lords of the End Times DLC for Total War: Warhammer 3, which is set to unleash Nagash and the End Times event in the summer of 2026. Creative Assembly also teased another new game announcement during the Game Awards 2025, scheduled for December 11, 2025.
So, what do you think? Are you excited about the prospect of playing future Total War games on consoles? Will Medieval 3 live up to the hype? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments!
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