Pre-Load Now!
Players who pre-ordered Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition on the Microsoft Store, Steam, or via Xbox Game Pass for PC can begin PRE-LOADING the game NOW to ensure that you can begin playing right away on release day!
DOWNLOAD SIZE:
- ~40 GB
HOW TO:
If you already own the game:
- Open Steam.
- Click on Library to see your games list.
- Find Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition in the list.
- Select the game, then press the PRELOAD button to download all of the files to play Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition.
WHEN CAN I PLAY?
Done downloading? Great; you'll be able to launch the game on October 15 (see below for times)!
Need help? Visit our support site for resources and assistance: Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition Support
Be Ready on October 15!
Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition releases on the Microsoft Store and Steam this OCTOBER 15, and is available to play at the same time WORLDWIDE:
Download the game ahead of time and set an alarm to be the first to play!
Pre-order now!
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