THQ has released the first three screenshots from Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II, illustrating this sequel developed by Relic Entertainment and due to hit the store shelves in spring 2009, exclusively for Windows PC. Powered by an enhanced version of Relic's proprietary Essence Engine 2.0, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II will take players to the brutal frontlines of war where they’ll experience intense action and visceral combat through a non-linear single player experience and a fully co-operative multiplayer campaign. In addition, THQ announced that gamers purchasing copies of the recently released Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Soulstorm will be able to participate in an invitation-only multiplayer beta program for Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II set to take place at a future date.