Ever dreamed of witnessing Joan of Arc commanding Roman Centurions in battle? Or perhaps Hannibal Barca deploying Japanese Samurai to conquer Rome? With the latest update to Age of Empires Mobile, your wildest historical fantasies can become a reality thanks to the new Mercenary Troops system.
Upon reaching level 26, you'll unlock the Mercenary Camp, a new structure that lets you hire and recruit unique units typically unavailable to your chosen faction. This system not only allows you to contract these powerful warriors but also provides unlockable technology to enhance their capabilities even further. And the best part? You can get your first mercenaries for free through a special event that's currently live.
The range of mercenary units available is truly diverse, featuring 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 its own set of technologies to boost their already impressive battlefield prowess.
The new Mercenary Troops system evokes memories of Total War games for me, particularly the thrill of overwhelming foes with mercenary forces in Rome: Total War and Medieval II. However, opinions might vary on this addition, as some may feel it disrupts the game's balance. Only time will tell how well this system is received by the player base. And who knows? Perhaps we'll see even more exciting units like the historical Landsknechts in future updates.
If you're eager to dive into the game and need guidance on which heroes to unlock, our comprehensive guides for Age of Empires Mobile are here to help. Our tier list ranks all Age of Empires Mobile heroes by their power, giving you the insights you need to make informed choices and dominate the battlefield.