Summary
It has been revealed that bothAge of Empires 2: Definitive EditionandAge of Mythology: Retoldwill be coming to PlayStation 5.Age of Empires 2: DEdoesn’t have a specific release date yet, but it will arrive in spring 2025, whileAge of Mythology: Retoldis set to hit Sony’s console on March 4 alongside the new expansion,Immortal Pillars.
Since last year, Microsoft has shifted its Xbox strategy, opening the floodgates of exclusivity and bringing several first-party titles directly to the competition. The first four games wereHi-Fi Rush, Grounded, Pentiment,andSea of Thieves,all from subsidiaries Microsoft acquired over the years. Still, despite being former Xbox exclusives, they weren’t exactly considered major first-party titles. That changed last week whenForza Horizon 5was announced for PS5. WithForzalosing its exclusivity tag, it’s only a matter of time before other major Microsoft titles make the jump.
Meanwhile, two entries from a legendary RTS franchise owned by Xbox have been confirmed for release on the PS5.Age of Empires 2: DEwas initially launched on PC and later ported to Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S, whileAge of Mythology: Retolddebuted simultaneously on Windows and consoles. Now, both titles will also be coming to PS5, as confirmed by the series' official website. There was arumor aboutAge of Empires 2: DEmaking its way to PS5, and it seems it had some merit.
Age of Empires 2: DE and Age of Mythology: Retold Are Coming To PS5
Age of Mythology: Retoldwill launch on PS5 on March 4, along with theImmortal Pillarsexpansion, which introduces a new Chinese pantheon to the game. Players who purchase the Premium Edition will get five days of early access on PS5, allowing them to start playing on February 27, while pre-order buyers will receive two exclusive Blessings for use in the Arena of the Gods mode.Age of Mythology: Retoldwill support crossplaybetween Windows, PS5, and Xbox Series.
As forAge of Empires 2: Definitive Edition,it will arrive on PS5 in spring 2025, launching alongside a DLC that will introduce new civilizations for Ranked play, several new content additions, and other features still unannounced. Microsoft assures that all updates will roll out simultaneously across all platforms so players can enjoy crossplay at all times. These two RTS titles are the latest games announced in a growing list of previouslyXbox-exclusive games joining the PS5 gaming library. Insiders believe the next games to follow will beGears of War: Ultimate EditionandSenua’s Saga: Hellblade 2.
Age of Mythology: Retold
WHERE TO PLAY
From the creators of the award-winning Age of Empires franchise, Age of Mythology: Retold goes beyond history to a mythical age where gods, monsters, and humans collide. Combining the best elements of the beloved Age of Mythology with modern real-time strategy design and visuals, Retold is an epic and innovative experience for old and new players alike. Secure your domain, command legendary monsters, and call upon the power of the gods to crush your enemies.Will you become Mythic?Call Upon the GodsChoose your gods from the Greek, Norse, Egyptian, and Atlantean pantheons. Devastate your enemies by summoning powerful lightning storms, earth-shattering quakes, and even the famed Nidhogg dragon. Or call upon nourishing rains and protective Dryads to help your people grow & prosper.Unleash the MonstersUnleash Centaurs, Trolls, Mummies, and more. From bejeweled crocodiles who harness the power of the sun to the mighty one-eyed Cyclops, you will command diverse units inspired by the world’s great mythologies.An Epic Mythological UniverseEmbark on multiple campaigns spanning 50-missions that take you across a vast, mythical world: 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. Become a hero of myth—or even a god.Better with FriendsPlay with your friends, either head-to-head or against the advanced AI on dozens of randomly generated maps and scenarios for limitless re-playability.
