New Mercenary Troops System Added to Age of Empires Mobile

Ever dreamed of witnessing Joan of Arc commanding Roman Centurions in battle, or Hannibal Barca deploying Japanese Samurai to conquer Rome? With the latest update to Age of Empires Mobile, this dream becomes a reality thanks to the new Mercenary Troops system. This exciting addition allows you to recruit units typically unavailable to your faction, adding a thrilling twist to your strategy.

Once you reach level 26, you'll unlock the Mercenary Camp, a new structure where you can contract and recruit these formidable warriors. Not only can you hire these mercenaries, but you'll also have the opportunity to unlock and upgrade tech to enhance their battlefield prowess. To kick things off, you can secure your first set of mercenaries for free through a new event that's currently live.

The Mercenary Troops system introduces a diverse lineup of units including Byzantine Cataphracts, Swiss Pikemen, Persian Immortals, Indian Battle Elephants, Roman Centurions, Egyptian Chariot Archers, Japanese Samurai, and Korean Archers. Each of these units comes with the potential for tech upgrades to boost their already impressive capabilities on the battlefield.

Blood Money - The new Mercenary Troops system evokes memories of Total War games for many, reminiscent of commanding hordes of swords-for-hire in classics like Rome: Total War and Medieval II. While this addition might be polarizing, potentially disrupting the balance some players have come to expect, it certainly adds a fresh layer of strategy to the game. The impact of this system on gameplay will ultimately be determined by the player community.

Looking ahead, there's potential for even more unique units to be introduced, such as the historical Landsknechts. Only time will tell what exciting developments await. If you're eager to dive in and start strategizing, be sure to check out our comprehensive guides for Age of Empires Mobile. Our tier list ranks all heroes by power, helping you decide which ones to prioritize for your army.