Age of Empires IV (2021)

One of the most beloved real-time strategy games returns to glory with Age of Empires IV, putting you at the center of epic historical battles that shaped the world. Featuring both familiar and innovative new ways to expand your empire in vast landscapes with stunning 4K visual fidelity, Age of Empires IV brings an evolved real-time strategy game to a new generation.

Real Time Strategy (RTS)Strategy Historical Warfare base buildingPC (Microsoft Windows)

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GamesRadar+Rachel WeberOct 20215/5 stars
A triumphant return for the strategy series, and well worth the wait.
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Windows CentralCale HuntOct 20215/5 stars
Age of Empires 4 builds greatly on the series' reputation that began in 1997. If you're a fan of RTS games, world history, or both, this should be an easy recommendation. With dozens of hours of campaign play, eight unique civilizations, hours of live docu-style video segments, and a ton of maps for skirmishes, there's no shortage of well-polished content to enjoy. Get it on its own or enjoy it through a subscription to Xbox Game Pass for PC.
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CGMagazineHayes MadsenOct 202110/10
Age of Empires 4 is a bold and ambitious evolution of the series, and quite likely one of the best RTS games ever made.
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GuardianNic ReubenNov 20213/5 stars
Relic returns with this safe but solid modern revitalisation of the classic real-time strategy series
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Screen RantMaria MelusoOct 20213/5 stars
Age of Empires 4 is a modern, faithful addition.
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About the game

Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Developer: Relic Entertainment
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios
Released: October 28, 2021
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Engine: Essence Engine 5

IGDB rating 7.7/10 from 132 ratings.

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