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| “ | This DLC brings fresh new gameplay experiences to the Age IV community, allowing players to lead two well-known armies inspired by history and offering a solo mode that will challenge even the most skilled strategists. | ” |
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Age of Empires IV: Knights of Cross and Rose is an upcoming expansion for Age of Empires IV, to be released in spring 2025.[2]
New civilizations[]
The Knights of Cross and Rose introduces two new variant civilizations:
- Knights Templar
- House of Lancaster
Knights Templar[]
| “ | Historically, Templar Commanderies were established in nearly every European Kingdom acting as a source of power and prestige for the Order. With Knights of Cross and Rose, this system is brought to life with the Commanderie Age Up system, in which you can select one of three allies with each Age to receive a permanent bonus and unique unit. | ” |
The Knights Templar are considered a variant of the French. However, there are no shared traits, bonuses, units or upgrades between the two civilizations. The Knights Templar have a powerful unit roster full of unique units and a unique recruitment system, and their gameplay will center around their Fortress building. Their commanderie allies include the French, the Teutonic Order, the Republic of Genoa, the Kingdom of Poland, and the Kingdom of Castille.
House of Lancaster[]
| “ | The House of Lancaster were key players in two of the most formative wars in European medieval history: the War of the Roses and the Hundred Years War. The Lancasters were known for their unparalleled ranged tactics on the battlefield and an unyielding patronage of the arts and sciences. | ” |
The House of Lancaster are a variant of the English. They gain an ability called Synchronized Shot, have a unique building called the Manor which generates resources, and will encourage an intuitive playstyle that leans towards defensive strategies.
Historical Battles[]
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Knights of Cross and Rose introduces the new Historical Battles singleplayer mode. These are single scenarios focused on select battles or moments in history notable to the Knights Templar and House of Lancaster. such as the Siege of Safed. Players will be scored and ranked by their performance through a medal system.
- Siege of Safed
New maps[]
The expansion will feature 10 new maps for skirmish and multiplayer.
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