Persian Civilization in Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Set for Major Overhaul

Prepare to embark on an epic journey with the upcoming DLC expansion for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, titled “The Mountain Royals”. This expansion not only introduces new content but also includes a massive rework of the Persian civilization, available to all players who own the base game.

The Persian civilization has undergone significant changes in order to make them feel more unique and representative of their rich history. Previously, their identity as a Knight civilization was becoming less meaningful, so the developers aimed to incorporate additional design elements that would provide more interesting strategic choices for players.

One of the standout additions is the introduction of a new unique unit called the Savar. This heavily armored cavalry unit specializes in defeating enemy ranged units, making them highly effective against archers and other ranged attackers. However, they are more vulnerable to melee and cavalry counters due to their lower Hit Point total compared to the Paladin.

The War Elephant, another iconic unit of the Persian civilization, has also received attention in this update. To make it feel more unique and deserving of its significant investment cost, its base movement speed has been increased by 33%. This change allows players to charge into battle with these mighty beasts, while also giving them a significant damage bonus against buildings, making them formidable siege units.

In addition to these unit changes, the Persian civilization now has access to Parthian Tactics in the Castle Age. This adds a new layer of strategic possibilities, allowing players to surprise and engage opponents in unexpected ways. The strength of their Cavalry Archers receives a significant boost with this technology, which synergizes well with their new civilization bonus of earning extra gold for each military unit they defeat.

The full list of changes includes various civilization bonuses, unique units such as the War Elephant and Savar, unique technologies like Kamandaran and Citadels, and a team bonus that enhances the effectiveness of Knights against Archers.

While these changes may seem extensive, the developers are eager to hear player feedback and iterate as needed. So, get ready to dive into the updated Persian civilization and experience the new strategic possibilities it brings to Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. Start the game and conquer your foes with the might of Persia!