So, the turn-based strategy game, Age of Wonders 4 has got you hooked, and you cannot wait to know what more the game has in store for you in the future. With the release of the Wyvern update and the Dragon Dawn Content Pack, your expectations from the game might be at an all-time high. So, if you are interested in knowing what Age of Wonders 4 will bring in the future, we have good news! Actually, the developers have recently put out a roadmap for the game. So, in this article, we will be guiding you through all the information that has been made available.
After being released on May 2, 2023, Age of Wonders 4 has seen steady growth in its player base. Naturally, for a game of this genre, updates will drop periodically to make the experience better for the players. These are essential to keeping the game relevant and replayable. Age of Wonders 4 is also following a similar path, and, as such, the developers have published a roadmap. So, what can we expect from the game in the coming months of this year? Keep reading until the end for all the important details.
Age of Wonders 4 Roadmap for 2023: Here’s everything you need to know
Keep in mind that when future updates drop, some of the content may change from what was planned, as per the roadmap. So, the mentioned content is subject to change. With that out of the way, let’s begin.
Wyvern update (released)
Well, the Wyvern update of Age of Wonder 4 went live on the 20th of June, and you must have installed it already. Still, for a recap, the recent Wyvern update focused on stability, multiplayer, and quality-of-life improvements. Along with that, it also featured some diplomacy fixes, a new Standalone Faction Creator option, and a Broad Balance Pass.
Watcher Update
The upcoming update for AoW 4 is the Watcher update. The developers have been working hard to improve the AI’s performance and make it more proactive and proficient in various subsystems. The Watcher update will prioritize these AI improvements and should address some of the issues players have been experiencing. Other than that, we can expect to see new enhancements to the Underground map. Talking about enhancements, we can see some in the research system, which is expected to get revamped to encourage more meaningful choices. Magic Victory is also expected to get a rework.
And for the release date of this update, the roadmap just mentions “Summer”. Based on this, we are expecting the Watcher Update for Age of Wonders 4 to be released sometime in Aug/Sept 2023. Of course, it is just speculation and should be taken with a grain of salt.
The Golem Update
The next update, as per the roadmap for AoW 4, is the Golem Update. It will be an update associated with the upcoming DLC, Empires & Ashes. A war coordination system, an all-new Item Forge system, and further game balancing are scheduled to be released in the game with this update. Water gameplay will also receive improvements to promote exploration and naval encounters are also getting enhanced. However, that’s not all. Customization options for Factions are also included in this update, as the developers are working to improve faction identity in the game. As for the release date of the Golem Update, the roadmap mentions “Q4 2023”, which is why we are expecting it to be released in Nov/Dec 2023. As mentioned earlier, this is speculation from our side, so take it with a pinch of salt.
Well, that is everything you need to know about the Age of Wonders 4 Roadmap for 2023. There are likely to be some changes in the contents or the release date of these upcoming updates. We will make sure to keep our readers informed about every major development. To not miss that, don’t forget to bookmark this page and visit Digistatement regularly.
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