Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition News

Available Now: Knights of the Mediterranean, new to AoE III: DE!

Calling all explorers! It’s finally here! Knights of the Mediterranean – the latest DLC for Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition is available TODAY!

Control the Mediterranean with two new and exciting civilizations: the Italians and the Maltese, plus enjoy a whole slew of new maps, and some engaging game modes! So, pick your favorite civs because it’s GAME ON! We’re celebrating with a new event and there are some awesome features landing too! Take a look:

2 new Civilizations
A New Event with 31 Challenges
30 new Random Maps
9 new Minor Civilizations
8 Historical Maps
Diplomacy Game mode
Tycoon Game mode

[h2]Need more? Here’s a little extra content for you![/h2]

New Civs! The Italians & the Maltese Historical Maps & More NEW! European Royal Houses Tycoon Mode Creator Content Patch Notes

[h2]Knights of the Mediterranean Event[/h2]


[h3]           🤍 May 26th through June 27th 🤍[/h3]

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition is celebrating the coming of 2 new civilizations and a new game mode PLUS a Knights of the Mediterranean Event. This event will be a little different with 31 State challenges for Italy and Malta!

[h3]🡒 NEW REWARDS![/h3]

Starting May 26th through June 27th complete daily in-game tasks within the time limit to unlock exclusive rewards!

Each of the following challenges must be unlocked in order and on separate days. This is just a small sample of all 31 challenges.

Day 5

🔒 Play a single Skirmish or Multiplayer match as the French, Germans, or Italians.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Architect.

Day 10

🔒 Train 20 Spies in a single Skirmish or Multiplayer match.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Filiki Eteria.

Day 15

🔒 Deal 2,000 Hand Damage (Melee) with Infantry in a single Skirmish or Multiplayer match.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Papal Guard.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Male Explorer.

Day 20

🔒 Research 30 Technologies in any amount of Skirmish or Multiplayer matches.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Northern Musketeer.

Day 25

🔒 Build 20 Outposts, Asian Castles or African Towers in any amount of Skirmish or Multiplayer matches.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Papal Lancer.

Day 30

🔒 Play a Historical Map and survive for at least 10 minutes.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Gondolas.

[h3]Happy Gaming![/h3]

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Buy Now!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1817361/Age_of_Empires_III_Definitive_Edition__Knights_of_the_Mediterranean/

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition — Update 13.9057

Welcome trailblazers to a much-anticipated update for Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition!

AoE III: DE is excited to present the newest DLC – Knights of the Mediterranean! This includes two new civs, new maps, new historical battles, and so many more new things! Don’t miss out on all the excitement and get ready to explore the Mediterranean!

Here are a few notable features to look out for in today’s update:

2 New Civilizations
- Italy
- Malta
2 New Game Modes:
- Tycoon Mode
- Diplomacy Mode
31 State challenges for Italy & Malta event
- 23 new Profiles Icons
- 8 new Explorer skins
25 Achievements
30 new European Maps
9 new Royal Houses, each with unique units & technologies
8 new Historical Maps

💬 DISCUSS: Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition Forum
🗣 JOIN: The Age of Empires Official Discord

[h4]This is just a small taste of what is coming in the latest update. For a more complete list, please visit our site and check out our blog. Happy Gaming! [/h4]

READ MORE HERE!

         ◆ UPDATE 13.9057 ◆

BUILD SPOTLIGHT

[h2]Knights of the Mediterranean Event[/h2]


[h3]           🤍 May 26th through June 27th 🤍[/h3]

[h3]🡒 NEW REWARDS![/h3]

Starting May 26th through June 27th complete daily in-game tasks within the time limit to unlock exclusive rewards!

Each of the following challenges must be unlocked in order and on separate days. This is just a small sample of all 31 challenges.

Day 5
🔒 Play a single Skirmish or Multiplayer match as the French, Germans, or Italians.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Architect.

Day 10
🔒 Train 20 Spies in a single Skirmish or Multiplayer match.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Filiki Eteria.
Day 15
🔒 Deal 2,000 Hand Damage (Melee) with Infantry in a single Skirmish or Multiplayer match.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Papal Guard.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Male Explorer.
Day 20
🔒 Research 30 Technologies in any amount of Skirmish or Multiplayer matches.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Northern Musketeer.
Day 25
🔒 Build 20 Outposts, Asian Castles or African Towers in any amount of Skirmish or Multiplayer matches.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Papal Lancer.
Day 30
🔒 Play a Historical Map and survive for at least 10 minutes.
🏆 Profile Icon Unlock - Gondolas.
🡒 KEEP IT FOREVER!!
Remember: if you sign in to Xbox Live at any point during the event, you get to keep all the mods and profile icons you unlock! Sign in, earn your rewards, and enjoy!

[h4]This is just a small taste of what is coming in the latest update. For a more complete list, please visit our site and check out our blog. Happy Gaming! [/h4]

READ MORE HERE!

[h3]:alertalert: DISCLAIMER[/h3]This list is subject to change and should not be considered a comprehensive list of all the known issues we’re tracking. The above is to inform you of the team’s current priorities, which will change as other issues arise or take precedence.

For the latest updates and announcements, please visit our social channels.

Public Update Preview Program – May Update

Hello Explorers!

Looking to see what's ahead for our next update? Then look no further as we have just enabled the Public Update Preview Program for our May update. Jump in to get an early look at the upcoming changes, see which bugs have been addressed, and help make our release even better by helping us find any last minute issues and lending your voice to our forums.

More information on May's Public Update Preview Program can be found here: https://steamcommunity.com/app/933110/discussions/5/4997318143965566599/

Details on how to participate in the Public Update Preview Program can be found here: https://steamcommunity.com/games/933110/announcements/detail/3061863764824320236
Please join us in strengthening the quality of Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition by sharing your voice on the official 🛠 Public Update Preview forums. (Note that you must own the game and login to Steam to access the PUP forum.) We’re definitely listening, and looking for every opportunity to make this the game you love to play! :)

- The World's Edge Team

Server Maintenance - Wednesday, May 18

WHAT: Server Maintenance (Matchmaking Servers)
WHEN: Wednesday, May 18 @ 2:00p PT / 5:00p ET / 21:00 UTC (Countdown)
EST. DOWNTIME: 1-2 HOURS

[h3]GAMES & PLATFORMS IMPACTED[/h3]

Age of Empires: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft Store)
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft Store)
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition (Steam / Microsoft Store)
Age of Empires IV (Steam / Microsoft Store)

[h3]OBJECTIVES[/h3]

Routine server updates and maintenance.

[h3]DETAILS[/h3]This coming Wednesday, May 18th, the platform team will be taking the multiplayer servers down for regular maintenance. Please note:

Ranked matchmaking will disabled exactly one hour before the maintenance window to prevent disruption to newly-formed matches.

Any matches still in progress at the start of the maintenance window will be disrupted when it begins.

DURING THE MAINTENANCE WINDOW, YOU WILL STILL BE ABLE TO LAUNCH THE GAME, BUT WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MATCHMAKE OR ACCESS ANY ONLINE FEATURES.

To prevent any interruptions, we recommend wrapping up any games at least 10 minutes before the maintenance window. The downtime is expected to last between 1 and 2 hours. You can watch this thread with any changes to the schedule as they arise, as well as the all-clear when the maintenance is complete.

Thank you for your patience!

Бесплатно в Game Pass: Разработчики Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition показали трейлер с цивилизациями Италии и Мальты

26 мая состоится релиз дополнения Knights of the Mediterranean для Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition. Игроков ждёт новый контент, включая цивилизации Италии и Мальты, и новый режим Tycoon, позволяющий сфокусироваться на развитии экономики, а также первый комплект исторических карт, которые позволят менять ход истории.