Microsoft Announces Age of Mythology: Retold for PS5

Microsoft has officially announced the release of Age of Mythology: Retold for PlayStation 5. The game, developed by World’s Edge, Forgotten Empires, Tantalus Media, CaptureAge, and Virtuos, is set to launch on March 4, 2025.

This announcement comes alongside the release of a new downloadable content (DLC) expansion titled “Immortal Pillars”.

Age of Mythology: Retold is a remaster of the beloved 2002 game, Age of Mythology, and combines the best elements of the original with modern real-time strategy design and visuals. Here are some key features:

• Call Upon the Gods: Players can choose gods from the Greek, Norse, Egyptian, and Atlantean pantheons. They can summon powerful lightning storms, earth-shattering quakes, and even the famed Nidhogg dragon.
• Unleash the Monsters: Command diverse units inspired by world mythologies, including Centaurs, Trolls, Mummies, and more.
• Epic Mythological Universe: Embark on multiple campaigns spanning 50 missions across a vast, mythical world. Players can besiege the mighty walls of Troy, battle Giants in the frozen wastes of Midgard, and discover the mysteries of Osiris in the shifting sands of Egypt.
• Limitless Adventure: Experience the game solo or with friends, challenging advanced AI across countless, randomly generated maps.

Age of Mythology: Retold was first revealed on October 25, 2022, and launched for Xbox Series, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store on September 4, 2024. The game is also available via Game Pass. The decision to bring the game to PS5 marks a significant step in expanding the game’s reach and allowing players across different platforms to enjoy the experience together.

The game’s backstory delves into a mythical age where gods, monsters, and humans collide. Players take on the role of a hero or even a god, securing their domain and commanding legendary monsters while calling upon the power of the gods to crush their enemies.

Pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 version are available now. The standard edition is priced at $29.99, while the Premium Edition is priced at $49.99. The Premium Edition includes five days of early access starting February 27, the new exclusive “Gods Pack: Freyr,” the “Legacy Deity Portraits Pack,” the first expansion “Immortal Pillars,” and a second expansion to be announced.

With its rich mythological universe and enhanced gameplay, Age of Mythology: Retold promises to be an epic and innovative experience for both old and new players. Whether you’re a fan of the original game or new to the series, this remaster offers endless strategic battles and a fresh twist on the beloved franchise