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Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition — patch notes and updates

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Raiders of the North for Age of Empires IV is Available Now!2026-10-29Dominion of the North Sea awaits with the all-new expansion, Age of Empires IV: Raiders of the North! Stand firm and resilient with the Scots, their strength in disciplined infantry, fortified defenses, and a unique and fruitful food economy. Carry out relentless raids with the Vikings, fielding mobile and adaptable infantry, and seeking the promise of glory. Plus, the Crucible has been reforged! Raiders of the North introduces four new exclusive Crucible missions, with fresh challenges like seaborne raiders and civil war among Scottish clans. Now playable solo or in two-player co-op, the mode expands with new Objectives, Boons, Perks, Mutato
Raiders of the North Time Zone Map2026-10-26Are you ready to weild dominion over the North Sea with the all-new expansion, Raiders of the North? Stand firm and resilient with the Scots, or carry out relentless raids with the Vikings, plus, the Crucible has been reforged and includes two-player co-op! Check out the time zone map and find out what time the newest Age of Empires IV DLC launches in your area! Raiders of the North is Still Available for Pre-Order! https://store.steampowered.com/app/4336170/Age_of_Empires_IV_Raiders_of_the_North/
Age of Empires IV – Update 17.0.122602026-10-22Big changes are right around the corner! With Raiders of the North launching soon, the Vikings and Scots will join the battlefield, bringing two distinct new civilizations and fresh ways to play Age of Empires IV. Alongside the brand new Raiders of the North expansion releasing on October 29, we’ve got lots of juicy updates to share that improve the experience for everyone. This includes some big quality-of-life improvements and targeted balance changes that support our goals of increasing landmark diversity and bringing civilizations better in-line across the board. Now on to the good stuff! This is just a small taste of what is coming in th
The Crucible Reforged in Age of Empires IV2026-10-16The Crucible expands alongside the release of Raiders of the North! We’ve seen your love for the new Crucible game mode that was introduced with the Dynasties of the East, and closely monitored your feedback eager to further improve upon it. This mammoth expansion further builds on the original concept and design, delivering on what you wanted most. The coming update to the Crucible includes: Two Player Co-op, a huge increase to the number of available Boons, an updated Progression System, two entirely new ways to play with the addition of Conqueror Mode and Custom Mode, and much more! If you already own Dynasties of the East, all of the base
The Vikings in Raiders of the North2026-10-12The Vikings are a new civilization available with Raiders of the North Expansion for Age of Empires IV. This civilization represents the Viking Age, a period that started with a 793 raid on Lindisfarne monastery in northeastern England and continued with people of modern Scandinavia venturing out to trade, raid, and establish colonies across Europe and beyond. The riches from raiding and trading forged the splintered jarldoms into the Kingdoms of Norway, Sweden and Denmark. In Age of Empires IV, the Vikings civilization lives by the sword, with the Bondi Spearmen forming the shield wall for a Berserker vanguard to break the enemy line. The Lo
The Scots in Raiders of the North2026-10-09The Scots are a new civilization available with Raiders of the North Expansion for Age of Empires IV. Scotland is a land shaped by resilience, forged through centuries of conflict and alliance. The union of the Picts and Scoti under Kenneth MacAlpin in 843 laid the foundations of the early Scottish kingdom. The Scottish Wars of Independence (1296-1357) produced heroes such as William Wallace, James “The Black” Douglas, and Robert the Bruce. The legacy of these achievements and struggles continues to shape Scotland’s traditions, culture, and identity. The Scots field a vast roster of unique infantry that excel around Stealth Forests, seeing di
Pre-Order Raiders of the North for Age of Empires IV2026-09-29The war horns blare and a new age rises in Age of Empires IV – Raiders of the North is available for pre-order now! Command two new civilizations: the Vikings and the Scots. Each civilization with distinct systems and evolving playstyles, including new architecture, masteries, and music. The Scots stand firm and resilient, their strength in disciplined infantry, fortified defenses, and a unique and fruitful food economy. The Vikings arrive as a relentless and aggressive power, fielding mobile and adaptable infantry, and the promise of glory that will echo through the ages. Battle across two new gorgeous biomes that further transform the battl
Celebrating Age in 2026 – Where We’re At, and Where We’re Going2026-07-30The first six months of 2026 have been filled with memorable moments across the Age franchise. We’ve explored new legends and civilizations, welcomed players to new platforms, cheered alongside fans at Red Bull Wololo: Londinium, and watched our communities continue to create, compete, stream, mod, and share their passion for all the Age games in ways that inspire us every day. Before we look ahead to what’s next, join us as we take a look at some of the highlights from 2026 so far – and share a glimpse of what still lies ahead for Age of Empires. The Last Chieftains took Age II: DE to South America, bringing 3 new civs and 3 new campaigns te
Update to Map Pool Rotation2026-07-02Starting today and at the start of each month, the Ranked Map pool will now automatically rotate. Each rotation will always feature a set number of open, closed, hybrid, and naval maps to keep a balanced set of maps in play at all times. This means that you'll see more varied maps more frequently in Ranked play!
A Wave of Discounts with the Steam Summer Sale2026-06-25Cool off from the heatwave with the the Steam Summer Sale; happening now! Complete your Age of Empires collection with a couple of DLC plus up to 75% off on all your favorites - it’s time to Age up your Summer! Don’t wait for these discounts - sale ends July 9th at 10 AM PT (17:00 UTC).
Age of Empires IV – Patch 16.2.108842026-06-18Happy June! We hope everyone is looking forward to Raiders of the North, which was officially announced earlier this month and we can’t wait to tell you more about it in the months to come! In the meantime, we’re following up on our last patch with a few small changes based on your feedback, including enabling the option to switch between the Controller and Keyboard and Mouse (KBM) user interfaces on handheld devices. 💬 DISCUSS: Official Forum 💬 DISCUSS: Steam Forum 🗣 JOIN: Official Discord Thanks again to our amazing community members, all of whom have helped to make Age of Empires what it is today! —The Age of Empires Team Please Note: A
Raiders of the North: Coming Soon to Age of Empires IV2026-06-07Dominion of the North Sea awaits with Raiders of the North, the next DLC for Age of Empires IV! Command two new powerful civilizations: the Vikings and the Scots, as you explore new systems, expanded Crucible missions, and dynamic new battlefields. Add to Your Wishlist Now!
Age of Empires IV – Patch 16.2.106042026-06-01Happy May to our Age of Empires IV community, and thanks for all of your feedback after our recent update and patch. With this one, we’re addressing a number of balance issues and bugs with previously released maps, as well as continuing to balance our civilizations, with a special focus on the Jin Dynasty. In addition to these changes, starting today, you’ll be able to swap between the Keyboard and Mouse and Controller User Interfaces (UI) on PC, including using controller-specific automation tools like the Villager Priority System when using the Controller UI. Not only that, but these changes also allow for more accessible play on the Steam
Age of Empires IV – Minor Patch 16.1.100562026-05-12Hello again, Age IV players! We’re excited to follow up on last week’s release of Yue Fei’s Legacy and the Season Thirteen update with a few additional changes! While we’re still planning for a larger patch in a few weeks, we heard your concerns about the Jin Dynasty feeling a bit too weak and the Sengoku Daimyo still feeling too strong and have made some changes to address this feedback. Read on to learn more about the latest balance changes, as well as a handful of fixes we’ve made in response to recent reports. Additionally, as of late last week, we’ve disabled Ranked Decay as the team continues to investigate how to improve upon this func
Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei’s Legacy – Available Now!2026-05-07A new 8-mission campaign and the Jin Dynasty civilization have come to Age of Empires IV with the release of Yue Fei’s Legacy! Explore a new campaign following Yue Fei, the great Song Dynasty general in their struggle against the Jin Dynasty across eight fantastic new single player missions. Plus, play as the Jin Dynasty civilization and unlock new Masteries in skirmish, multiplayer, or the Crucible. Leverage a unique mobile economy of Mounted Villagers and Emissaries to build your kingdom, then conquer the battlefield with powerful new units including the Iron Pagoda, Mounted Grenadiers, and Eruptors. Yue Fei’s Legacy Available Now! https://
Find Out What Time Yue Fei's Legacy Launches in Your Area!2026-05-05Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei's Legacy launches May 7th! See when it goes live in your area with our time zone map. Live the legacy of Yue Fei as he leads the Song Dynasty forces in a fight for survival against the ruthless Jin Dynasty invaders. Pre-Order Now! https://store.steampowered.com/app/3746540/Age_of_Empires_IV_Yue_Feis_Legacy/
Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei’s Legacy Campaign Preview2026-05-04"When all is lost and no one dares to fight, one extraordinary man rises to defend his homeland." Follow in the footsteps of the Chinese national hero and Song Dynasty general, Yue Fei, in Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei’s Legacy. This epic eight mission campaign takes you across the world of medieval China. Battle against the rival power - the Jin Dynasty - along the mighty Yellow River, vanquish powerful bandits in remote mountains, and evade the threats lurking in the imperial palace! From the lush green bamboo forests of the south to the heartland of China, lead one of history’s most honorable, loyal, and skilled generals to defy all odds and
Emergency Server Maintenance - May 12026-05-02WHAT: Server Maintenance (Matchmaking Servers) WHEN: May 1 @ 6:00p PT / 9:00p ET / 1:00 UTC EST. DOWNTIME: 1-2 HOURS GAMES & PLATFORMS IMPACTED Age of Empires: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft Store) Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft Store) Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft Store) Age of Empires IV (Steam / Microsoft Store) OBJECTIVES Routine server updates and maintenance. DETAILSMay 1, the platform team will be taking the multiplayer servers down for emergency maintenance maintenance. Please note: Ranked matchmaking will disabled before the maintenance window to prevent disruption to newly
Age of Empires IV – Update 16.1.9737 and Yue Fei’s Legacy DLC Release Preview2026-04-30Big changes are right around the corner! In addition to Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei’s Legacy officially shipping and bringing the Jin Dynasty and a new 8-mission campaign with it on May 7th, we will also roll out some great quality of life features as well as balance changes, AI improvements, stability fixes, and more. With this update, we’re also introducing even more changes to the way Ranked Seasons and Events are managed to allow for more predictability in the future. Read on to learn more before jumping in game! This is just a small taste of what is coming in the latest update. For a more complete list, please visit our site and check out
Watch Red Bull Wololo: Londinium Live!2026-04-04Age fans from around the world have gathered to watch Red Bull Wololo: Londinium live! This year's tournament will feature top players from Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition and Age of Empires IV competing for a massive $250,000 total prize pool. The event spans six days, marching through three incredible venues. The journey begins at the Red Bull Gaming Sphere in Shoreditch for the Group Stage, continues to ODEON Luxe Leicester Square for the Playoffs, and ends in a spectacular Grand Final at the Royal Albert Hall, where a live 40‑piece orchestra performs the iconic Age of Empires soundtrack as more than 3,000 fans witness the grand fina
Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei’s Legacy – Pre-Order Now!2026-04-02Witness a tale of honor, betrayal, and courage in a new expansion for Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei’s Legacy, set to release May 7th and available for pre-order starting today! Live the legacy of Yue Fei in this new narrated campaign as he leads the Song Dynasty in a fight for survival against the Jin Dynasty invaders. On the battlefield, you may turn the tide. But the imperial court may prove deadlier than any enemy. This DLC also expands the civilization roster with the Jin Dynasty, playable in custom, skirmish and ranked matches! The Jin Dynasty features masteries and bespoke civilization music, alongside dramatic new units and technologies.
Spring Sale Is Happening Now!2026-03-19Spring is just about here and with it some discounts on all your favorite Age of Empires games! Pick up a missing DLC or two for up to 75% off! Don't wait - sale ends on March 26th!
Age of Empires IV – Patch 15.4.87192026-03-04Hello again, Age IV players! We’ve got a few changes rolling out with this patch, including a fix for an exploit involving the Golden Horde, extending the dates of our current Ranked Season and event, as well as some exciting improvements to Caster Mode. Read on to learn more about what’s new with this patch! This is just a small taste of what is coming in the latest update. For a more complete list, please visit our site and check out our blog. Happy Gaming! 💬 DISCUSS: Official Forum 💬 DISCUSS: Steam Forum 🗣 JOIN: Official Discord Thanks again to our amazing community members, all of whom have helped to make Age of Empires what it is toda
Age of Empires IV – Patch 15.3.83382026-02-04Happy New Year, Age IV players! 2026 is going to be another big year for Age of Empires IV, and we look forward to sharing more details in the future about the two DLCs we announced late last year. For now, we wanted to start the year off with some additional bug fixes and balance changes, as well as follow-up with a bulk reward of Perk Points for players who may have lost Perk Points from Masteries after the initial release of Dynasties of the East. Read on to learn more about what’s new with this patch! This is just a small taste of what is coming in the latest update. For a more complete list, please visit our site and check out our blog.
Winter Sale Happening Now!2025-12-18Do you hear what we hear? Those Town Bells might be jingling, but your Villagers will have to wait while you shop the Steam Winter Sale! Jump in now and complete your Age of Empires collection with discounts on your favorites. Don't wait, the Steam Winter Sale ends January 5th!
What’s Coming in 2026 for Age of Empires and Age of Mythology2025-12-09As we head towards the close of another year, we’re reflecting on 12 months of expansions, updates, gameplay moments, esports and we’re celebrating you – our players. 2025 has been the most content-rich year in franchise history: From launching 6 expansions across 3 games, to bringing titles to PlayStation 5, becoming the Louvre’s first gaming partner, and meeting players at Gamescom with three playable demos — this year was all about leveling up together. We’ve not only grown in content but also in players, growing to more than 70 million players. Let’s take a closer look at what you helped bring to life in 2025: Immortal Pillars and Heavenl
Age of Empires IV – Patch 15.2.73802025-12-04Happy December to our Age of Empires IV community! 2025 has been an exciting year for Age IV – filled with updates, patches, our launch on PlayStation 5, as well as the releases of Knights of Cross and Rose and Dynasties of the East – and we can’t wait to see you in 2026! Before we start prepping for the New Year, however, we wanted to deliver on some important bug fixes and balance changes, many of which impact content newly introduced in Dynasties of the East. This patch brings additional fixes to issues resulting in lost Perk Points, changes to our Ranked Map Pool, and adjustments to units like the Torguud, Worker Elephant, and Healer Elep
Black Friday Sale Is Happening Now!2025-11-21Get a jump on all your holiday shopping early with the Steam Black Friday Sale. Get discounts on all your favorite Age of Empires games, plus their DLCs! Don't wait - sale ends on December 2nd!
Age of Empires IV – Minor Patch 15.1.71492025-11-12Hello, and thank you to everyone for all the excitement this last week with the launch of Dynasties of the East! We’re keeping a close eye on your feedback and are preparing for a larger upcoming patch to address balance concerns, map pool updates and more; however, there were a few fixes we wanted to roll out faster to maintain stability and ensure you can continue enjoying all the new content. This is just a small taste of what is coming in the latest update. For a more complete list, please visit our site and check out our blog. Happy Gaming! 💬 DISCUSS: Official Forum 💬 DISCUSS: Steam Forum 🗣 JOIN: Official Discord Thanks again to our a
Age of Empires IV – Patch 15.1.70642025-11-04We’ve been keeping an eye on your feedback as we’ve been heading into the launch of the Dynasties of the East expansion on all platforms. We’re rolling out a small patch today that includes some crash fixes, as well as some fixes for known issues. 💬 DISCUSS: Official Forum 💬 DISCUSS: Steam Forum 🗣 JOIN: Official Discord Thanks again to our amazing community members, all of whom have helped to make Age of Empires what it is today! —The Age of Empires Team Please Note: As part of updating to this latest build, any saved games and observable matches made on previous builds will be unable to be loaded or replayed. ◆Update 15.1.7064◆ UX/UI & Me