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Explore history in all of its epic moments in Dynasties of India – the exciting third expansion for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. It is available now for pre-order or to add to your wishlist – we know you’ve been waiting! Here are some of the new features you can expect:
Three new civilizations for you to master and challenge your friends, each including new unique units and technologies.
Battle your way through three new campaigns spanning across India, uncover betrayals and reclaim your lands while immersing yourself in the stories of history.
Earn 23 new achievements on your Xbox or Steam account! Full list below.
Dynasties of India will be released on Steam on April 28, 2022!
Three New Civilizations
The Bengalis
Navigate the winding rivers and dense jungles of Bengal as you build a thriving economy to fuel unstoppable armies of elephants. The Bengali unique unit is the Ratha, a sturdy chariot that can switch between melee and ranged attack modes.
The Bengalis focus on elephant and naval units. Bengali elephants, in addition to benefiting from a strong technology tree, are more resistant to anti-elephant bonus damage than those of other civilizations. Additionally, their attack speed can be boosted by researching the unique technology Paiks, which also improves Rathas. Bengali ships regenerate hitpoints, increasing their longevity. These strengths are built on the back of a strong economy.
Bengali Town Centers automatically spawn additional Villagers whenever each next Age is reached, and the Bengalis can support a larger economy after researching the unique technology Mahayana, which reduces the amount of population space that each Villager takes up. Finally, Bengali trade units and those of their allies generate food in addition to the gold that is accumulated during each trip to/from an allied Market.
Elephant and Naval Civilization
▶︎ CIVILIZATION BONUSES
Elephant units receive 25% less bonus damage and are more resistant to conversion.
Town Centers spawn 2 Villagers when the next Age is reached.
Ships regenerate 15 HP per minute.
▶︎ UNIQUE UNITS, BUILDINGS, AND TECHNOLOGIES Unique Units
Ratha – Bengali unique chariot that can switch between melee and ranged attacks. Strong vs. infantry. Weak vs. Skirmishers and Camel Riders.
Armored Elephant – Anti-building cavalry unit. Resistant to most ranged attacks. Weak vs. melee units. Cannot be converted by enemy Monks from distance.
Unique Techs
Paiks (Rathas and elephant units attack 20% faster)
Mahayana (Villagers take 10% less population space)
Team Bonus: Trade units yield 10% food in addition to gold
The Dravidians
Seize control of the lucrative Indian Ocean trade routes and utilize advanced metallurgy as you build one of the wealthiest sea empires of medieval Asia. The Dravidian unique units are the Urumi Swordsman, a warrior wielding a scathing flexible sword, and the Thirisadai, a massive vessel that dominates the high seas.
The Dravidians focus on infantry and naval units. Cheaper Barracks technologies, a strong technology tree, the devastating Urumi Swordsman unique unit, and the unique technology Wootz Steel — which causes infantry and cavalry attacks to ignore the armor of enemy units — make Dravidian infantry among the most formidable in the game. In addition to being able to access the powerful Thirisadai, Dravidian naval power is augmented by increased carry capacity for Fishing Ships and Fishermen, as well as the fact that their Docks and those of their allies provide additional population room.
However, another Dravidian trademark is pure versatility. Upon advancing to
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