Paradox Interactive and Triumph Studios have revealed the next DLC for Age of Wonders 4, Eldritch Realms. It will be released on 18th June for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Eldritch Realms is a major expansion for the fantasy strategy game that will add an entirely new layer to the in-game world, a new playable ruler type, new tomes of magic, new physical forms, mounts, events, and much more.
How much will Eldritch Realms cost when it launches in June?
The DLC will be priced at $19.99, £16.99, €19.99, and any players who subscribed to the Premium Edition of Age of Wonders 4 or the Expansion Pass will receive Eldritch Realms for free.
Here’s an overview and features provided to us by Paradox Interactive:
Players will discover what lurks in the spaces between spaces in Age of Wonders 4: Eldritch Realms, which opens up the Umbral Abyss, a new layer of the map where corruption runs rampant and horrors beyond comprehension wait to consume all that is good in the world. Even venturing into this realm is harmful to mortals and Godir alike, but through transformative magic, the truly brave can unlock the powerful secrets lying within. Along with a new Eldritch Sovereign ruler type and new magic to wield - or drive back - the darkness, the worlds of Age of Wonders 4 are growing ever larger and more challenging for players everywhere.
- New Map Layer - The Umbral Abyss: New tactical combat maps, unique locations to explore, and new independent factions of Umbral dwellers wait for players who can withstand the hazardous environs!
- New Ruler Type: Ancient beings of terrible power, the Eldritch Sovereigns have been corrupted by the Umbral Abyss and possess a unique Thrall spell casting mechanic. Choose your path as an Eldritch Sovereign ruler and decide between Dominating your foes, Manipulating the flesh or Wild, chaotic magic.
- 3 New Tomes: Tighten your grasp with the Tome of the Tentacle, turn your enemies’ strength to weakness with the Tome of Corruption, or drive back the darkness using the Tome of Cleansing Flame.
- New Event System: Mini-crises threaten all rulers at once in the Cosmic Happenings, a series of events with unique tactical maps, units, and mechanics - and powerful rewards!
- 2 New Forms: Swarm into battle as a faction of Insects, or lead the return of the Syrons from Age of Wonders’ past!
- 2 New Story Realms: Return to Athla and come to its defense in epic clashes that will determine the fate of the world.
- So Much More: 2 new mounts, 3 new Realm traits, 2 new Realm templates, 5 new premade rulers, 6 new music tracks, and a gloomy, unsettling new interface skin all await you in the Eldritch Realms!
Traditionally, with all new DLC releases, Paradox issues a free content update that all players can enjoy, regardless of whether they have purchased the most recent DLC. This is also true for Eldritch Realms.
The free content update is known as the Mystic Update and will include new randomized realms with hidden traits, new pantheon content, and an expanded rework of Mystic Culture. More details will be shared with the patch notes, later in June.
You can find Age of Wonders 4 on Humble Store.
Missed our Age of Wonders 4 Review? Here’s what we thought: “Age of Wonders 4 reshuffles some elements of the traditional 4X strategy formula in rather significant ways, making for an entry that puts choice and customization at the forefront. It does so excellently, offering plenty of spells and culture combinations that let you roleplay a variety of archetypal or contradictory factions while seeking the most overpowered spell and unit mix.”
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