Dawn of War Definitive Edition Custom Badges & Banners Guide
Dawn of War Definitive Edition still supports custom banners and badges for your armies, but the file location is different from the original release. Once you know where to place them and which formats work, adding your own designs is quick and easy.
How to Install Custom Banners and Badges
File Location on Windows
Open the search bar and type
Relic Entertainment.Go to
Relic Entertainment > Dawn of War.Place your badge images in the
Badgesfolder.Place your banner images in the
Bannersfolder.Color schemes are in
Profiles > Profile(number) DoWDE > Schemes.
File Location on Linux (Steam Proton)
/home/[username]/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/3556750/pfx/drive_c/users/steamuser/AppData/Roaming/Relic Entertainment/Dawn of War/
Image Requirements
Badges: Commonly 64x64 pixels, .tga format with optional alpha transparency.
Banners: Commonly 64x96 pixels, .tga format with optional alpha transparency.
Larger sizes such as 128x128 or higher also work since the game will auto-scale them.
Keep the aspect ratio consistent to avoid stretching or distortion.
Tips for Creating Badges and Banners
Use free software like GIMP to resize and export in .tga format.
Include an alpha channel for transparent backgrounds.
Test different sizes; the game will display larger images without problems, but maintaining proportions keeps them looking clean.
Match banner and badge styles for a consistent army theme.
Final Blurb
Custom badges and banners in Dawn of War Definitive Edition are simple to set up once you know where the folders are.
With support for alpha transparency and flexible sizes, you can create high-quality designs that make your army stand out on the battlefield.
FAQ
What format should badges and banners be in?
They must be .tga files, with optional alpha transparency.
Do I have to use the old dimensions?
No, the game auto-scales images, but keeping proportions prevents distortion.
Can I still use my old Dawn of War badges?
Yes, just place them in the new Definitive Edition folders.
Will large image files slow the game down?
No, there are no reports of performance issues with larger images.
Do banners and badges work in multiplayer?
Yes, other players will see them as long as they have default visibility settings.
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