Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition is a modernization of the landmark 2006 real-time strategy game that redefined the genre. The Definitive Edition introduces a range of quality-of-life improvements for both new players and returning veterans. Launching in the Fall of 2026, the Definitive Edition brings one of the highest-rated strategy games of all time into the modern era. Now fully enhanced for today's hardware, Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition stays true to the gritty atmosphere, squad-level tactics, and immersive WWII battlefields that made the original a classic.  

What is included in the Definitive Edition?  

Company of Heroes – base game

2 expansions – Opposing Fronts and Tales of Valor

Over 50 multiplayer and skirmish maps

What’s new and improved?

Upgraded from x32-bit to x64-bit platform

Modernized User Interface and controls, including grid key support and fully customizable hotkeys

Gameplay improvements such as vehicle reversing and the option to automatically reinforce units

Enhanced A.I. delivers a more dynamic and challenging experience, with a new Ruthless difficulty option for the most hardened strategists

4K and widescreen support

Faithfully enhanced visuals including improved lighting, shadows, water, and reflections

Improved rendering features and increased draw distance bring greater battlefield immersion without compromising the look and feel players remember

Full mod compatibility, supporting a 20-year catalogue of community-created content

The Definitive Edition serves as the centerpiece of a franchise-wide 20th Anniversary celebration and is set to release in Fall 2026. Additional details and pricing will be announced at a later date. Wishlist it today!

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FAQ
Q: When is Company of Heroes - Definitive Edition coming out?

A: We are targeting a release later this year in 2026.

Q: How much will Company of Heroes - Definitive Edition cost?

A: We don’t have a final price just yet but will announce this closer to the release date.  

Q: What languages will Company of Heroes - Definitive Edition support?

A: We’ll have more news on all the language options for Company of Heroes - Definitive Edition closer to its release date.

Q: Is the minimum recommended specification on the Steam Store page accurate?  A: This is a conservative preliminary minimum specification. Further optimization during development will bring this down before launch.

Q: Will you be adding any new content or post-launch DLC?

A: No. Our focus is on delivering the ultimate Company of Heroes experience when we launch the Definitive Edition later this year. We’ll keep an eye out for any critical issues or bugs that need to be addressed after launch, but our primary goal is to optimize Company of Heroes for modern hardware.  

Q: Does this mean that we’ll also get a new version of Company of Heroes 2 or any other Relic Entertainment games?  A: We can only talk about games that we have announced. Right now, we’re focused on supporting the Company of Heroes - Definitive Edition and our other recently released games such as Company of Heroes 3.

Q: When will you share more information about the updates and improvements to the game?

A: Over the coming months we will have more to share from the development team in blogs, videos, and livestreams. Join the official Relic Entertainment Discord server to stay up to date on the latest.