As we look back on the past year, it’s clear that 2024 was monumental for fans of Age of Empires and Age of Mythology, all thanks to the spirited community. Your creativity and your love for the games have driven the franchise to new heights. We started with the New Year, New Age showcase, witnessed thrilling victories at Red Bull Wololo: El Reinado, gathered with many of you at Gamescom, and celebrated the rollouts of Age of Mythology: Retold and Age of Empires Mobile. Along the way, we embraced over 10 million new players, moving us past a whopping 60 million players globally.
The trajectory of this franchise is heavily inspired by our players, and as we venture into 2025, we’re excited to share some big announcements that lie ahead.
This March 4th, we’re thrilled to release the Immortal Pillars expansion for Age of Mythology: Retold. If you’ve been itching for something new, this is it! Starting today, you can pre-order this expansion, which introduces the Chinese pantheon and offers up new maps, myth units, and gameplay features.
Just a heads-up: if you own the Age of Mythology: Retold Premium Edition, you’ll get the Immortal Pillars expansion at no extra charge.
Now, here’s a treat for our PlayStation fans! Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Mythology: Retold are on their way to PlayStation 5. This move isn’t just about making these games accessible—it’s about uniting the community under one grand platform. We’re enabling cross-play to ensure everyone can join in on the fun, no matter their preferred console.
On March 4, PlayStation 5 users can dive into Age of Mythology: Retold alongside the Immortal Pillars expansion. They’ll get the chance to explore new myths and cultures, standing shoulder to shoulder with players on Xbox and PC. Plus, we’re jazzing things up with exclusive bonuses, early access privileges, and much more.
From March 4 onward, all game updates will roll out concurrently across Steam, Windows Store, Xbox, and PlayStation 5, giving everyone the opportunity to conquer together in a truly unified gaming experience.
This spring, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition makes its highly-anticipated debut on PlayStation 5. Accompanying this release is an exhilarating DLC packed with new content and civilizations for players across all platforms to enjoy. While we’re keeping specific details under wraps for a little longer, know that exciting things are brewing for all you strategists out there.
Regardless of your choice of platform, you can now link up with friends, face off against foes, and relish the passion for Age of Empires and Age of Mythology that we all share.
But wait, there’s more! Age of Empires IV fans, get ready for a thrilling 2025 with not one, but two new DLCs on the horizon! We’re diving deeper into previously explored concepts, refining variant civilizations with new strategic layers. This year’s DLC will offer an array of new units, buildings, and even updated visuals to enhance your gaming experience.
The first of these DLCs, Knights of Cross and Rose, launches this spring, bringing exciting new dimensions to gameplay. Lead two famous armies from history and tackle solo modes that will push your strategic skills to their limits.
And let’s not forget about Age of Empires Mobile! In just four short months, it has captured the imagination of millions and introduced a slew of new features and events, from temple battles in the Battle of Dawn to unique Valentine’s Day cosmetics. Keep an eye out for these updates and an exclusive gift code for the earliest redeemers.
This sneak peek into 2025 is just the beginning. We’ve got a trove of surprises lined up, so keep an eye on our community channels and the Age of Empires blog for the latest updates.
We value your feedback immensely—it’s what keeps this community thriving. So don that armor, assemble your armies, and let’s march into 2025 with the vigor of Genghis Khan, the valor of Joan of Arc, and the majesty of Zeus. See you on the battlefield! 🛡️⚔️
