Lords of the West—the first official expansion to Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition—is now available to pre-order or add to your wishlist for the holiday season. Here's what it brings to Age II: DE:
- Challenge your friends with two all-new civilizations, each of which include unique units and technologies for you to explore!
- Battle across Western Europe and the Mediterranean in three new campaigns—including the British king, Edward Longshanks!
- Claim victory by means of sheer military might, diplomatic prowess, or through overwhelming economic power!
- New achievements to earn on your Xbox or Steam account! Check out the full list, below.
Lords of the West will be released on the Microsoft Store and Steam this January 26th, 2021!
TWO NEW CIVILIZATIONS
Burgundians
Rise from a mere duchy to the marvel of Western Europe through economic might, cultural achievement, and the use of advanced military technology and tactics. The Burgundian unique unit is the Coustillier, a cavalry unit that utilizes a powerful shock attack when charging into battle!
▶︎ CIVILIZATION BONUSES
- Cavalry Civilization
- Economic upgrades are available one Age earlier than other civs
- Fallen Knights return 50% of their gold cost
▶︎ UNIQUE UNITS
- Coustillier: Cavalry unit that can charge their attack stat
- Flemish Militia: Heavy infantry unit with a bonus vs cavalry; can only be obtained via the Flemish Revolution technology (see below)
▶︎ UNIQUE TECHNOLOGIES
- Burgundian Vineyards: Convert all food into gold at a 2:1 ratio
- Flemish Revolution: Upgrades all existing Villagers to Flemish Militia
Sicilians
Experience the diverse cultures and martial spirit of the Mediterranean's crossroads as you build one of the most coveted kingdoms in medieval Europe. The Sicilian unique unit is the Serjeant, a hardy infantry unit that can construct the formidable Donjon.
▶︎ CIVILIZATION BONUSES
- Infantry Civilization
- Castles and Town Centers are constructed 100% faster
- Land military units absorb 33% of all incoming bonus damage
- Each Farm upgrade grants Farmers +1 carry capacity
▶︎ UNIQUE BUILDING
- Donjon: Unique fortification used to train Serjeants. Units can garrison in the building for protection; Archers and Villagers shoot additional projectiles when garrisoned
▶︎ UNIQUE UNIT
- Serjeant: Infantry unit which can also construct Donjons
▶︎ UNIQUE TECHNOLOGIES
- First Crusade: Upon researching, each Town Center spawns a one-time group of 7 Serjeants
- Scutage: Upon researching, each team member receives a one-time payment of 15 gold for each military unit that they own
* Note that civilization balance and bonuses may change between now and release.
THREE NEW, FULLY-VOICED CAMPAIGNS
Edward Longshanks
A bitter hostage of rebel barons, Edward Longshanks vows to reclaim his birthright and lead a shattered England to unprecedented heights of prestige and fortitude. A shrewd commander and cunning politician, his merciless methods are effective, though amoral. Follow him as his thirst for power and glory leads him throughout England, Wales, Scotland, and even on Crusade! In this campaign, you will play as the Britons.
The Grand Dukes of the West
For decades, the dukes of Burgundy have been embroiled in a bloody struggle over control of the mad French king using their cunning, military prowess, and immense wealth. However, as the blood that they spill is paid for with the blood of their own, their focus turns increasingly northwards as they aim to create a kingdom of their own. In this campaign, you will play as the Burgundians.
The Hautevilles
Robert de Hauteville left Normandy in 1047 CE with a small band of thieves. Within a century, members of his family had become dukes in Italy, princes in the Holy Land, and even kings of Sicily. Join these intrepid Norman adventurers as they fuse three cultures into Europe’s most tolerant and sophisticated kingdom. In this campaign, you will play as the Sicilians.
NEW ACHIEVEMENTS
Unlock and earn brand-new achievements on Steam and the Microsoft Store!
| ACHIEVEMENT NAME | ACHIEVEMENT DESCRIPTION |
| The English Justinian | Complete the Edward Longshanks campaign. |
| The Good, the Bold, and the Fearless | Complete the Grand Dukes of the West campaign. |
| Haute Culture | Complete the Hautevilles campaign. |
| Unchivalrous Pragmatist | Defeat Simon the Younger's army before the baronial forces attack in the first Edward Longshanks mission "Vain Ambition". |
| Throne Thief | Steal the Stone of Scone in the fourth Edward Longshanks mission "Toom Tabard". |
| Malleus Scotorum | Kill William Wallace before Robert the Bruce betrays you in the fifth Edward Longshanks mission "Hammer of the Scots". |
| No Wheels | Do not construct a single siege weapon in the first Grand Dukes of the West mission "A Kingdom Divided". |
| A Second Hastings | Ignore the armistice offered by the British and invade England by wiping out Humphrey's base in the fifth Grand Dukes of the West mission "The Hook and Cod Wars". |
| Shut Up La Hire! | Defeat the French army before capturing Joan of Arc in the sixth Grand Dukes of the West mission "The Maid Falls". |
| Self-Made Man | Win without allying with either Argyrus or Guaimar in the first Hautevilles mission "Guiscard Arrives". |
| Haute, Haute, brief candle! | Inspire a rebellion in the second Hautevilles mission "Roger in Sicily". |
| Italy Jones and the First Crusade | Do not lose a hero in the fourth Hautevilles mission "Bohemond in the East". |
| Burgundian Victory | Win a game playing as the Burgundians. |
| Sicilian Victory | Win a game playing as the Sicilians. |
| Golden Spurs | Transform at least 50 Villagers into Flemish Militia by researching Flemish Revolution. |
| Tour d'Italie | Construct a Donjon and use it to train a Serjeant. |
PRE-ORDER NOW!
Pre-order Lords of the West today and get ready to march into battle with the Sicilians and Burgundians as you guide your forces to victory on January 26th, 2021!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1389240/