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New DLC Available Now – Chronicles: Alexander the Great
Step into the sandals of history’s greatest conqueror with Chronicles: Alexander the Great – the newest addition to Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition available now on Steam! Embark on a sweeping, narrative-driven ca…
Red Bull Wololo 2026: Londinium
Prepare for the next clash of empires with Red Bull Wololo 2026: Londinium! Save the date and join us LIVE in London for the playoffs on April 4-6! Tickets go on sale December 3.
Time Zone Map for Chronicles: Alexander the Great
The legendary career of Alexander the Great is yours to command when the latest chapter of Age of Empires II: DE - Chronicles: Alexander the Great launches next week. Find out when his saga starts in your area with our…
What to Expect from Chronicles: Alexander the Great!
The release of Chronicles: Alexander the Great is nearly here for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! If you’ve played Chronicles: Battle for Greece, you already know the incredible ride you’re in for. If you’re enti…
Chronicles: Alexander the Great Campaign Preview
With Battle for Greece, the Chronicles series established a well-deserved reputation for epic campaign content, with widespread praise for its writing and voice acting, innovative level design, historical authenticity,…
Pre-Order Chronicles: Alexander the Great for Age of Empires II: DE
Step into the sandals of history’s greatest conqueror with the next chapter of the Chronicles saga – Chronicles: Alexander the Great comes to Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on October 14th for Steam! Embark on a…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Minor Update 155976
Welcome to a small update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This is the second of two small patches originally planned to address issues reported in the most recent update. Today’s patch addresses gameplay issu…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 153638
Welcome to a small update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This is the first of two small patches planned in the near future to address issues reported in the most recent update. Today’s patch addresses key st…
Age Franchise Sale Starting Now!
Gamescom has started and with it some awesome discounts on your favorite Age games! Whether Age of Empires or Age of Mythology is more your style, complete your collection and grab a couple of DLCs with up to 75% off on…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 153015
Welcome to an exciting update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This patch addresses many pathfinding issues, also implementing a new “runaway/escape” feature, and improving the overall player experience. We ar…
Celebrating Age in 2025 and What’s Still to Come This Year!
It has been an incredibly busy 2025 so far for World’s Edge and the Age of Empires and Age of Mythology franchises, and as we cross the halfway mark together, we’d like to celebrate the amazing journey we’ve taken this…
New Public Update Preview - July
Hello everyone! We've got a HUGE Public Update Preview that we're excited to share with you! This PUP introduces new balance changes and gameplay fixes, adjustments to graphics, audio, UI, performance stability, and muc…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 147949
Welcome to another update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition! This will bring some balance changes and bug fixes based on your feedback. 💬 DISCUSS: Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Forum 🗣 JOIN: The Age of…
Have You Played the Ayn Jalut Scenario Yet?
To celebrate the partnership with the Louvre, we released a brand new custom scenario for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on PC, “Ayn Jalut”. In this scenario, you play as Baybars before the pivotal battle when th…
Age of Empires Becomes the Louvre’s First Gaming Partnership
Today we are thrilled to announce that Age of Empires is partnering with the world’s most-visited museum, the Louvre in Paris! On April 30th, the Louvre launched an exhibition on the Mamluk sultanate (1250-1517), a Euro…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 145651
Today’s patch is aimed at addressing small audio and multiplayer fixes. Be sure to dig down into the post below to get all of the smaller details before hopping in-game and checking them out firsthand. 💬 DISCUSS: Age o…
New Public Update Preview - May
Hello everyone! This Public Update Preview Program is to test a small update addressing recently reported out of sync issues. If you've been experiencing any out of sync on arabia, especially, you can help make our rele…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 144358
Today’s patch is aimed at addressing small stability and performance issues, plus bug fixes, and localization adjustments. Be sure to dig down into the post below to get all of the smaller details before hopping in-game…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 143421
Welcome to another exciting update for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – including fixes for medals and Rocket Carts, plus the newest DLC, The Three Kingdoms, is officially available on Steam! 💬 DISCUSS: Age of E…
New DLC Available Now – The Three Kingdoms
Dive into China’s epic, The Three Kingdoms, where history and legend collide in a battle for supremacy – available now on Steam! The Three Kingdoms introduces five fascinating new civilizations, each with their own uniq…
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – Update 143191
Today Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is receiving a pre-emptive update to ensure smooth multiplayer functionality during PlayStation Early Access, which starts on May 1st. As a reminder, on May 6th, The Three Kin…
Steam Xbox Game Studios Publisher Sale Happening Now!
Go and pick up a DLC or two, or try that one game you've had your eye on. Don’t miss your chance and take advantage of the Steam Xbox Game Studios Publisher Sale now through May 8th at 10:00 AM PT (1:00 PM ET / 17:00 UT…
Pre-Order Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – The Three Kingdoms
We are thrilled to announce the next DLC for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition – The Three Kingdoms, a riveting and holistic expansion, coming May 6th! Dive into China’s epic Romance of the Three Kingdoms, where his…
Steam Spring Sale Happening Now!
The Spring Steam Sale is in full swing and so are discounts on your favorite Age games! Pick up a DLC or two, or try that one game you've had your eye on. Don’t miss your chance and take advantage of the Spring Sale now…
Tune in to Watch The Garrison LAN Event!
It's finally here! The Garrison is a four-day Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition community event in Hamburg, Germany taking place March 13-16. The centerpiece of the event will be the pro tournament, but there is som…
