Age of Empires Mobile is set to officially launch on the Apple App Store and Google Play on October 17th. Co-developed by TiMi Studio Group (Call of Duty: Mobile, Pokemon Unite) and World's Edge, an Xbox Games Studios, Age of Empires Mobile brings the beloved war strategy game series to mobile for a fresh and innovative experience on iOS and Android devices.
Everything you love about the traditional Age of Empires series is now playable on the go. The game combines the classic, iconic elements of the franchise with brand-new mobile-friendly gameplay.
Released alongside today's launch date announcement was a new trailer showcasing gameplay on mobile. If I didn't know any better, I would've mistaken this for PC — it looks that good.
Built from the ground up for mobile and social play Age of Empires Mobile features multiple single-player modes inspired by the original series of games. Choose from your favorite Classic Civilizations to start with — French, Byzantines, Romans, and Chinese — and reclaim your glory. Gather resources, explore the lively medieval world, form global alliances, and conquer all who stand in your way (with the help of historical heroes) as you build your empire, all while on the go.
“We expect players to mystify, mislead and surprise their enemies through the realistic, immersive, medieval gameplay featured in Age of Empires Mobile,” said TiMi Studios team leader and studio general manager Brayden Fan. “We’ve already seen alliances form and alliances crumble through our multi-month playtesting. Through it all, players have shown strategic wit, savvy teamwork and a passion for an entirely new Age of Empires experience.”
Leading up to the global launch, players can pre-register on the App Store and Google Play. A global effort focused on total player sign-ups will result in various in-game rewards at launch. So far, it looks like there have been over one million sign-ups, resulting in 150K of each resource, boosts to Building, Research, and Training Speeds, a Legendary Arrival Recruitment Token (x2), and an Empire Coin (x1K).
There are still two more player milestones to aim for. At 2 million, the community will unlock a special frame. And at three million, players will gain access to Cleopatra VII as a Hero.
“Our goal at World’s Edge is to bring the magic of Age of Empires to as many different types of players around the world as possible. Partnering with TiMi Studio Group means we can combine their expertise in mobile gaming with the strength of our franchise and history - to bring a brand-new take on Age of Empires to even more gamers, in even more places,” added Michael Mann, Studio Head at World’s Edge.
Age of Empires Mobile launches globally on October 17, 2024.