Xbox’s Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition Introduces The Three Kingdoms DLC

On Thursday, Xbox Game Studios, alongside World’s Edge, unveiled the latest DLC for Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition. Dubbed The Three Kingdoms, this expansion beckons players to explore the ancient Romance of the Three Kingdoms era in China.

This new DLC enriches the game with five fresh civilizations: Shu, Wei, Wu, Jurchens, and Khitans. Players can also anticipate a diverse array of new units joining the battlefield, including Fire Lancers, Rocket Carts, and Dragon Ships. Each faction will boast unique units too, such as the formidable Wei Tiger Cavalry and the powerful Jurchens Grenadier.

Crafted with the expertise of the veteran team at Forgotten Empires, a familiar name in the Age of Empires series, The Three Kingdoms boasts three captivating campaigns. Together, these campaigns weave a thrilling narrative through 15 missions, following the stories of Liu Bei, Cao Cao, and the Sun Clan.

Scheduled to launch on May 6, 2025, this DLC will be available on both Xbox consoles and Windows PC. Priced at $20, eager strategists can snag a discount by preordering.

Meanwhile, the Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition makes its way to the PlayStation 5 on the same day, May 6, 2025. This follows a recent trend where Xbox titles are extending their reach to other platforms. PlayStation fans who opt for the Premium Edition, which bundles all previous DLCs, can jump into the action ahead of schedule starting May 1, 2025.

The anticipation is certainly building as five additional civilizations join the fray, promising exciting new campaigns to dive into. The simultaneous PlayStation 5 release is well-timed, potentially ushering in a fresh wave of players ready to conquer the ages alongside seasoned veterans.

For those passionate about all things Windows and Xbox, this expansion represents an enticing chapter in the Age of Empires saga, marrying rich history with engaging gameplay.