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Server Maintenance - Thursday, May 21
WHAT: Server Maintenance (Matchmaking Servers) WHEN: Thursday, May 21 @ 2pm PT / 5pm ET / 21:00 UTC (Countdown) EST. DOWNTIME: 1-2 HOURS GAMES & PLATFORMS IMPACTED Age of Empires: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft S…
Server Maintenance - Thursday, May 14
WHAT: Server Maintenance (Matchmaking Servers) WHEN: Thursday, May 14 @ 4pm PT / 7pm ET / 23:00 UTC (Countdown) EST. DOWNTIME: 1-2 HOURS GAMES & PLATFORMS IMPACTED Age of Empires: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft S…
Wololo! Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Converts to macOS on May 28th!
One of the most beloved strategy games ever comes to macOS this May, with the arrival of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. Lead diverse civilizations spanning a thousand years of history. Grow a Dark Age hamlet int…
New Public Update Preview - May
Steam post imageHello everyone! Today we have a new PUP for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This patch delivers a set of stability improvements and bug fixes, addressing crashes, performance issues, and inconsist…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Minor Update 174992
Hello Community! Today we’re shipping a patch that includes some diagnostic tools that are going to help us get some more information about issues that some users are experiencing on Xbox Consoles, and as part of that w…
Red Bull Wololo: Londinium
Age 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 mas…
Spring Sale Is Happening Now!
Spring 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! Steam post image
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 170934
Welcome to a new update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This update focuses on stability, gameplay fixes, and targeted balance tuning across both core systems and recent content. Several fixes are aimed at ad…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 169123
Welcome to a new update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, headlined by the Naval Overhaul, to refresh water combat, economy, and ship balance (including a new Hulk-line counter to Fire Ships). Several civilizat…
Launch Times for The Last Chieftains
Explore medieval South America and play as three captivating new civilizations, each with their own unique units and technologies: Mapuche, Muisca, and Tupi. Check the map and find out when all the fun starts in your ar…
A Deep Dive into the New Muisca Civilization
Fabulously wealthy in gold, precious stones, and salt, the Muisca watch over the northern Andean highlands with skilled ranged soldiers and potent, mysterious priests. Ingenious craftsmanship and thriving trade networks…
A Deep Dive into the New Tupi Civilization
The bold, honorable Tupi prowl the eastern jungles, escarpments, and coasts of South America with formidable warbands of infantry and ranged soldiers. Wide geographical distribution grants them easy access to a variety…
From Concept to Final Polish – the Art of The Last Chieftains
Have you ever wondered how buildings and units are created for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition? Today, we go behind the scenes, talking to the talented artists at Forgotten Empires about the process and challenges…
A Deep Dive into the New Mapuche Civilization
Famed for their resistance against Spanish invasions during the Araucanian Wars, the Mapuche dominate the valleys near the southern Andes with deadly counter units and unique cavalry tactics. Centuries of living in tune…
A New Naval Warfare in Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
Set sail for a new naval adventure in Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! Naval prowess was a cornerstone of empire building in the Middle Ages. From Viking raids, to Italian trade and Portuguese exploration, many ci…
Red Bull Wololo: Londinium Last Chance Qualifiers
The ranked ladder qualifier has come to an end, and with it we have the four qualifiers to Red Bull Wololo: Londinium - and with an epic twist no one could have predicted! In the last hour, Vinchester scored a victory a…
The Warriors of the Last Chieftains
The Last Chieftains introduces three new civilizations: Mapuche, Muisca, and Tupi. Masters of adaptation to the terrain and continuously changing circumstances, the new civilizations will offer Age of Empires II: Defini…
The Last Chieftains Campaign Preview
History remembers the conquerors. This is the story of those who resisted. With Age of Empires II: The Last Chieftains, we bring to life the untold legends of South America’s greatest native heroes—stories of individual…
Pre-Order The Last Chieftains for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
After listening to the Age of Empires community yearning to experience South American civilizations, stories, and environments, we are thrilled to announce the next DLC for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – The La…
The Red Bull Wololo: Londinium Ladder Qualifier Begins!
The Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Ladder Qualifier for Red Bull Wololo: Londinium is LIVE NOW! 🎉 Dream of competing in London? Anyone can participate in the qualifiers by queuing up on the ladder! The 1v1 Empir…
Winter Sale Happening Now!
Do 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 fav…
What’s Coming in 2026 for Age of Empires and Age of Mythology
Steam post imageAs 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…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 162286
Welcome to an exciting update for A ge of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This patch brings bug fixes, balance changes, plus paves the road for the Empire Wars 1v1 ladder reset that will become the Red Bull Wololo: Lond…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Minor Update 160062
Welcome to a small update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! Today’s patch addresses various fixes focused on polishing the Alexander the Great campaign, including tooltips and UI improvements, lobby and matchma…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 158041
Welcome to an exciting update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This patch addresses stability and performance issues, bug fixes, and some minor balance changes! Be sure to dig down into the post below to get a…
