Official announcement for Age of Empires from Xbox Game Studios, published on Steam on September 4, 2026.
Civilization Focus: Cavalry & Navy
The intrepid Varangian adventurers turned their sights east rather than west, navigating the Baltic Sea and the rivers of Russia to settle and trade in lands as far away as the Black and Caspian Seas. A keen eye for commerce elicits extra gold income from a variety of sources, while their cavalry, navy, and Varangian Guards are among the best in the business. Through trade, raiding, and settlement, the Varangians left a lasting influence throughout much of medieval eastern Europe.
Bonuses
- *Shepherding, fishing, and hunting also generate gold.
- Bloodlines and Caravan effects increased.
- Varangian Guards attack faster and generate gold.
- Longships and Catapult Galleons attack faster.
- Team Bonus: Knight-line increased damage vs. infantry.*
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Regional Assets
Varangian Guard
A mercenary force in service to the Byzantine emperor, the Varangian Guard drew recruits from all over Scandinavia as well as England and Rus’ lands. After completing their service, grizzled veterans returned home fabulously wealthy in both riches and renown.
Trained at the Barracks, the Varangian Guard is a deadly shock infantryman who generates gold while fighting and excels at raiding and melee combat.
- Varangian Guards attack faster, generate more gold, and periodically hurl axes.
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