By Sagar V. Mankar The iconic real-time strategy franchise Age of Empires is coming to mobile devices later this year.
Developed through a partnership between World’s Edge Studio and TiMi Studio Group, Age of Empires Mobile aims to bring the strategic base-building and epic historical battles of the beloved PC series to on-the-go gamers worldwide.
When Mobile Version Coming?
Age of Empires Mobile is slated for release globally in late 2024, with pre-registration open for Android and iOS.
The game will be free-to-play with in-app purchases for progression boosts and resources.
Early testing in select regions is also planned before the full launch.
What Gameplay Can We Expect?
While tailored for mobile, Age of Empires Mobile aims to capture the core RTS gameplay loop of building bases, gathering resources, training armies, and waging a war that has captivated PC gamers for over two decades.
- Players will be able to choose from a range of historical civilizations spanning the Chinese, Roman, Frankish, and Byzantine empires.
- Iconic characters like Joan of Arc, Alexander the Great, and Julius Caesar will also be playable hero units.
- The game will feature both 1v1 competitive matches and large-scale joint siege battles.
How Is This Version Different from the PC Games?
As a mobile adaptation, some key changes have been made.
- Simplified controls and interface designed for touchscreens
- Reduced number of units controlled at one time
- “Smart assists” to aid with combat maneuvers
- New alliance-focused multiplayer modes
According to producer Robin Xin, the goal is to make Age of Empires more approachable on mobile while still retaining the strategy fans love.
Who’s Developing Age of Empires Mobile?
Age of Empires Mobile is a collaborative project between Xbox Game Studios, World’s Edge Studio (developers of the core PC series), and TiMi Studio Group (Tencent subsidiary), makers of popular mobile titles like Call of Duty Mobile and Honor of Kings.
TiMi is both developing and publishing the mobile version, leveraging their expertise in mobile game creation and publishing.
However, World’s Edge has remained deeply involved throughout production to ensure franchise authenticity.
Embark on an exhilarating adventure, dive into an epic war strategy experience in the brand-new #AgeofEmpires world, and forge unbreakable bonds with friends anytime and anywhere! @AOE_Mobile is coming!https://t.co/gwrALG0U2L pic.twitter.com/dusBII08Hv
— Age of Empires (@AgeOfEmpires) February 23, 2024
For strategy fans eager to build their empires wherever they go, Age of Empires Mobile will be one to watch for later this year.
Extra – Age of Empires franchise has now reached a total of 50 million players
- Age of Empires – original game launched in 1997
- Age of Empires II
- Age of Empires III
- Age of Mythology Spinoff
- Age of Empires Definitive Editions – remasters
- Age of Empires IV
- Age of Empires IV: The Sultans Ascend – expansion
- Age of Empire Mobile – 2024
- Age of Mythology Retold – Remaster – 2024/2025 – PC