Ever dreamed of witnessing Joan of Arc leading Roman Centurions into battle, or Hannibal Barca deploying Japanese Samurai to sack Rome? With the latest update to Age of Empires Mobile, your wildest strategic fantasies can become a reality thanks to the innovative Mercenary Troops system.
Once you hit level 26, you'll unlock the Mercenary Camp, a new structure that opens the door to hiring and recruiting powerful units not typically available to your chosen faction. This system introduces a thrilling layer of strategy, as you can now contract mercenaries like Byzantine Cataphracts, Swiss Pikemen, Persian Immortals, Indian Battle Elephants, Roman Centurions, Egyptian Chariot Archers, Japanese Samurai, and Korean Archers. What's more, you'll have access to unlockable technology that allows you to enhance these formidable warriors, turning them into even more potent forces on the battlefield. And don't miss out on the current event where you can secure your first mercenaries completely free of charge!
The Mercenary Troops system brings a touch of Total War nostalgia, reminiscent of commanding a horde of swords-for-hire in games like Rome: Total War and Medieval II. While this addition might be a bit divisive, potentially seen as a disruption to the game's balance, it's certainly an exciting new dimension to explore. As players get their hands on this system, we'll see how it shakes up the meta. Who knows? We might even see unique units like the historical Landsknechts added down the line.
If you're eager to dive into the action and need guidance on which heroes to unlock, check out our comprehensive guides for Age of Empires Mobile. Our hero tier list ranks all available heroes by power, helping you identify the top contenders and avoid the less effective ones.
