2024 was quite a memorable year for fans of Age of Empires and Age of Mythology, driven by your passion, creativity, and those epic gaming moments. It’s been exciting not just for the gaming community but for the franchise as a whole, and the journey was truly remarkable. We kicked off with a bang with the New Year, New Age showcase, saw champions rise at Red Bull Wololo: El Reinado, mingled with many of you at Gamescom, and celebrated the exciting launches of Age of Mythology: Retold and Age of Empires Mobile. Plus, we took the franchise in new directions and welcomed an impressive 10 million new players, pushing our grand total to 60 million Age of Empires players worldwide.
Our players play a crucial role in shaping the future of the franchise. We’re thrilled to kick off 2025 by unveiling some exciting plans. So, grab your favorite gaming snack and settle in because we’ve got plenty to discuss!
Immortal Pillars Expansion Launches March 4, Pre-Order Now
Good news for Age of Mythology: Retold fans! The wait is almost over. Following its big reveal at the Tokyo Game Show, the Immortal Pillars expansion is set to launch on March 4th, and you can pre-order it now. This expansion is brimming with new content, featuring the Chinese pantheon, along with stunning new maps, myth units, and engaging gameplay features. Be sure to check out the highlights!
Quick reminder: If you’re a proud owner of the Age of Mythology: Retold Premium Edition, you’ll have free access to Immortal Pillars from day one!
Age of Empires II: DE and Age of Mythology: Retold Coming to PlayStation 5
I’m thrilled to announce that Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Mythology: Retold are making their way to PlayStation 5. Expanding to more platforms is a big step for our franchise, and it’s all about uniting our community. This is more than just convenience; it’s about expanding and strengthening the Age community. Through cross-play, we invite everyone onto one global battlefield where every strategy counts.
For our PlayStation 5 friends, Age of Mythology: Retold is coming your way on March 4. With the arrival of the Immortal Pillars expansion, new myths, cultures, and players join the adventure. PlayStation 5 users will step into adventures alongside Xbox and PC warriors, indulging in all the content available, including the new Chinese pantheon with Immortal Pillars.
PlayStation 5 Bonuses:
Pick up the Premium Edition to enjoy early access from February 27th, the new Immortal Pillars expansion, and special goodies! Plus, pre-order now to snag two exclusive Blessings for the Arena of the Gods mode.
After March 4th, all updates will be delivered across every platform—Steam, Windows Store, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. Brace yourselves for cross-platform play!
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on PlayStation
This spring, the much-loved Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition makes its debut on PlayStation 5. Also coming is one of the most thrilling DLC expansions for Age II: DE yet, jam-packed with fresh content and new civilizations for Ranked play, available across all platforms—PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. While some of the exciting details are still under wraps, here’s a little sneak peek of what’s to come.
Wherever you are, whatever platform you love, you can now team up with friends, challenge rivals, and celebrate your love for Age of Empires and Age of Mythology.
Two DLCs Bring Exciting New Ways to Play Age IV in 2025
Exciting news for Age of Empires IV players! Last year, we hinted at new DLC coming for Age of Empires IV, and here we are, not unveiling just one but two DLCs for 2025!
These DLCs expand on earlier concepts like variant civilizations, shaped by your feedback. They capture the tactical and military diversity of historical powers, including some highly anticipated by the community since The Sultans Ascend. We’re not just tweaking strategies with these variants; we’re focusing on intricate details. Expect new units and buildings, improved visuals for shared elements, enhancing readability, and refreshing gameplay. Plus, we’re introducing unique game modes centered on quick, repeatable experiences, urging you to explore new styles and hone your skills.
Excited yet? You won’t have to wait long! The first release, Knights of Cross and Rose, is coming this spring. It promises to enrich your Age IV experience with two historically inspired armies and a single-player mode designed to test even seasoned strategists. Stay tuned—there’s plenty more to reveal soon!
Age of Empires Mobile: The Journey Continues
In just four months since its launch, Age of Empires Mobile has already captured the hearts of millions and drawn new fans into our community. From spooky Halloween escapades to the Mightiest Empire contest, players have been expanding their dominions and guiding legends like Boudica and Lu Bu to triumph.
February is set to bring a wave of new features and events to elevate your gameplay:
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Battle of Dawn: Dive into a campaign staged in an ancient temple. With four stages culminating in cross-server battles, strategists will need to use temple relics and class skills wisely.
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Stellar Glory: Enter a tactical battle zone and go head-to-head against governors from different realms.
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Valentine’s Day Cosmetics: Collect exclusive items like the Heart Hunter’s theme and the Passionate Reverie troop set.
- Josephine’s Treasure Hunt: Join Princess Josephine in three exciting events, using dice rolls to earn points and claim rewards on a game board.
Be on the lookout for these thrilling updates throughout February.
To mark the Age of Empires Mobile journey, we have an exclusive gift code for the first 20,000 to grab it! Code: AoEMVLTN
Making History in 2025
This is just the beginning of what promises to be an unforgettable 2025. We’ve got plenty more surprises lined up, so don’t miss out—follow our community channels and keep up with our blogs at ageofempires.com to stay informed.
We encourage you to share your thoughts, feedback, and wishlist for the future across our social channels, forums, Discord, and Steam.
So ready your armor, gather your allies, and storm into 2025 like giants—whether it’s Zeus ruling the heavens, Joan of Arc on her crusade, or Genghis Khan sweeping through the steppes—and I’ll see you on the battlefield! 🛡️⚔️
