"...That being said, Dawn of War II is not a real-time strategy game. It is a hybrid between an RTS, action-RPG, tactical shooter, and hack 'n slash game. This combination is masterfully put together by Relic and they are to be commended for actually doing something original. Sure, a tried and true RTS sequel would have been great too, but this is not just great. Warhammer 40k: Dawn of War II also pushes the bounds of multiple genres in a very clever way and that masterful originality can mean..."

"A lot of people have been looking forward to Relic's Dawn of War II, and this latest installment in the Warhammer 40,000 franchise has already been rattling a few cages since its recent debut. Many reviews coming in from magazines and other news sites have been leaning on the positive side, but there are those who feel less enthusiastic about the new Dawn of War.

[It] starts out like any other Relic RTS you may have played, and Warhammer 40k fanatics are probably thrilled to find out that..."

Down to the Last Save has a review of the Dawn of War II beta, along with points tips and tricks on how to get a handle on the game. The article focuses mainly and the differences between Dawn of War I/II and highlights some of the elements that have been integrated from Company of Heroes.