Age of Empires IV is Available Now with Xbox Game Pass on PC

History is Your Story, Time!

It is now, and the sun has rose on a new age. We are so proud of the whole team to share this news. Age of Empires IVIt is available now on Microsoft Store and Steam.

This is the first new numbered Age of Empires title in 16 years, and we’re honored to have added a chapter to this globally beloved franchise. Players all over the world have been engaging in fierce battles, building expansive empires, and wololo-ing for close to 25 years and it’s thrilling to give our players more to enjoy.

The launch of Age of Empires IVWe are taking over Times Square, NYC, by covering multiple blocks of digital screens across the city, creating a living diorama and offering an AR experience. If you are in NYC, please share your stories. Piccadilly Circus in London is a must-see for Londoners starting November 2.

Age of Empires IVEvery strategy gaming enthusiast will find something. With eight diverse civilizations, four captivating campaigns, multiplayer, skirmish, maps, unlockable videos, Art of War challenges, masteries and more, we’re excited to see what you play first.

If you’re new to Age of Empires: first of all, welcome! Now that you’re with us, there’s plenty of ways for you to get started:

• Head to the “Learn” tab in the opening menu to find our Intro Tutorial. Our narrator will guide you through the game’s foundational skills, like building your economy and entering combat, whilst you help a group of displaced villagers start anew.
• You know the basics? Our “Art of War” challenges, found in Single Player, will help you refine skills and earn medals as you improve on the expertise needed to be victorious in future battles.
• You can also play our campaigns via “Story Mode,” allowing you to enjoy the challenges of the game, but with reduced difficulty as you focus on the historical journey and gameplay.
• You could also face up against the AI in “Skirmish” mode. Select your civ and your difficulty level, then choose your map. Get ready!
• Are you looking to prove your skills against others? Jump into multiplayer and select “Quick Match” or create a Custom Game. You can play however you like! No game is the same, from maps to winning conditions.
• We’ve also provided a breakdown of the hotkeys here on Xbox Wire for easy reference.

If this isn’t your first voyage onto the battlefield, there’s plenty of new features for you to enjoy in Age of Empires IVYou can also. Your strategy will be elevated if you position your archers above walls. You can place your units in stealth for the ultimate ambush. To evade detection from your enemies, they will whisper. Your entire civilisation can be moved across the map while playing as Mongols. Choose landmarks for additional bonus ages and bonuses.

There’s so much to enjoy with Age of Empires IV and we can’t wait to hear from you as you get started. Your feedback is welcome! Looking for support? For support? Visit our dedicated Support site.

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Age of Empires IV

Xbox Game Studios

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Age of Empires IV brings back one of the best real-time strategy game, placing you in the heart of historical battles that changed the course of history. Age of Empires IV offers a modern real-time strategy game that combines both traditional and new strategies to help you expand your empire across vast terrains.

Return to History – The past is prologue as you are immersed in a rich historical setting of 8 diverse civilizations across the world from the English to the Chinese to the Delhi Sultanate in your quest for victory. You will need to build cities and manage your resources to lead troops in battle at sea. There are 35 missions to choose from that cover 500 years worth of history, starting with the Dark Ages and ending with the Renaissance.

Choose Your Path to Greatness with Historical Figures – Live the adventures of Joan of Arc in her quest to defeat the English, or command mighty Mongol troops as Genghis Khan in his conquest across Asia. The choice is yours – and every decision you make will determine the outcome of history.

Customize Your Game with Mods – Available in Early 2022, play how you want with user generated content tools for custom games.

Challenge the World – Jump online to compete, cooperate or spectate with up to 7 of your friends in PVP and PVE multiplayer modes.

An Age for All Players – Age of Empires IV is an inviting experience for new players with a tutorial system that teaches the essence of real-time strategy and a Campaign Story Mode designed for first time players to help achieve easy setup and success, yet is challenging enough for veteran players with new game mechanics, evolved strategies, and combat techniques.