2024 was a phenomenal year for fans of Age of Empires and Age of Mythology, a time marked by your passion, creativity, and the unforgettable moments you created. Thanks to your dedication, not only the community but the entire franchise has experienced a spectacular year. From kicking things off with the "New Year, New Age" showcase, crowning champions at Red Bull Wololo: El Reinado, engaging at Gamescom, to celebrating the launch of Age of Mythology: Retold and Age of Empires Mobile, it has been a whirlwind of achievements. Moreover, with the expansion of the franchise in new directions, we welcomed more than 10 million new players, hitting an astonishing milestone of 60 million Age of Empires players worldwide.
Our dedicated players are at the heart of how this franchise evolves, and we’re thrilled to step into 2025 with you and share what’s on the horizon. So, get comfortable, because there’s plenty to talk about!
Get Ready for the Immortal Pillars Expansion – Launching March 4! Pre-Order Now
Exciting news for those enjoying Age of Mythology: Retold! The reveal of the Immortal Pillars expansion at the Tokyo Game Show had us on the edge of our seats, and there’s more—it’s releasing on March 4th, and pre-orders are officially open! This expansion is chock-full of fresh content, including the introduction of the Chinese pantheon, gorgeous new maps, myth units, and gameplay features. Don’t miss out on discovering more about what this expansion brings to the table!
Pro tip: If you already snagged the Age of Mythology: Retold Premium Edition, you’ll get the Immortal Pillars expansion at no extra cost! Dive in and play from the very first day!
Big News: Age of Empires II: DE and Age of Mythology: Retold Headed to PlayStation 5!
Here’s a delightful tidbit—fans can now enjoy Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Mythology: Retold on PlayStation 5. This move is all about giving fans flexibility in how and where they play, fostering community growth, and uniting the global Age of Empires players on one grand battlefield through cross-play.
When March 4th rolls around, PlayStation 5 will welcome players to explore new myths and cultures with the release of Age of Mythology: Retold and the Immortal Pillars expansion. Dive into rich mythological battles with Arkantos, select your pantheon, and vie for divine blessings—now including access to the Chinese pantheon.
PlayStation 5 perks anyone? Get a head start with the Premium Edition, featuring five-day early access beginning February 27th, the new Immortal Pillars expansion, plus more!
Starting March 4th, all game updates will drop across all platforms simultaneously—Steam, Windows Store, Xbox, and PlayStation 5. Prepare to strategize and conquer alongside players worldwide.
Spring 2025 Welcomes Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on PlayStation 5
This season, PlayStation 5 gears up for the debut of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. Alongside its release, we’re rolling out one of the most exciting DLC expansions yet for Age II: DE, featuring new content, civilizations, and more for players across all platforms—PC, Xbox, and PlayStation 5.
We’re keeping some surprises close to the vest for now, but here’s a teaser of what’s to come!
Wherever you choose to engage—be it on PC, Xbox, or PlayStation 5—you can now join forces with friends, battle rivals, and share in the Age of Empires and Age of Mythology experience!
Unveiling Two Thrilling DLCs for Age IV in 2025
Great news for Age of Empires IV aficionados! We announced new DLCs last year, and surprise—we’re releasing not one but two in 2025! We’re expanding on previous concepts like variant civilizations with your feedback at the core. These allow us to capture diverse strategies and military tactics from various historical factions, including some highly requested by the community since The Sultans Ascend’s release. In addition to amplifying strategic gameplay, we’re refreshing visuals and adding new units and buildings to ensure a vibrant experience. We’re also delving into unique game modes that emphasize shorter, repeatable experiences to challenge your skills across both 2025 DLCs.
You won’t have to wait long to experience the first DLC, Knights of Cross and Rose, slated for a spring release. It promises new gameplay for Age IV, inviting you to command renowned armies influenced by history in a challenging solo mode designed for even the savviest strategists.
Stay tuned as we delve deeper into this exciting release. The Age IV team can’t wait to showcase everything they’ve been working on!
The Mobile Saga of Age of Empires Continues
Just four months post-launch, Age of Empires Mobile has enchanted millions and drawn new enthusiasts to our growing community. From Halloween festivities to the Mightiest Empire event, players have been busy expanding empires and leading legendary heroes like Boudica and Lu Bu to glorious victories.
This February, get ready for some fresh additions:
- Battle of Dawn: Embark on a temple-bound campaign packed with relic quests and tactical class skills over four stages leading to cross-server battles.
- Stellar Glory: Enter a new event featuring battle zone mode against governors from other realms.
- Valentine’s Day Cosmetics: Score exclusive items like the Heart Hunter’s Circus Citadel Theme.
- Josephine’s Treasure Hunt: Join Princess Josephine across Celestial Chronicles, Path of Starlight, and Alchemist’s Secret Art events to earn dice items, game board points, and more.
And here’s something special—an exclusive gift code for the first 20,000 to redeem! Use: AoEMVLTN
2025: Making History
This is just a sneak peek of an electrifying 2025. Keep your eyes peeled on our community channels and blogs at ageofempires.com for more surprises!
We love hearing from you! Share your feedback, ideas, and what you’d like to see next on our social channels, forums, Discord, and Steam.
So gear up and rally your forces—it’s time to charge into 2025 with the energy of Zeus ruling the skies, Joan of Arc leading her crusades, or Genghis Khan commanding the steppes. I’ll catch YOU on the battlefield! 🛡️⚔️
