Microsoft has officially announced that Age of Mythology: Retold will be released on September 4th for both PC and Xbox Series X/S, and it will be available on Game Pass. This remastered version of the 2002 classic brings new features such as an increased population limit, allowing god powers to be used multiple times per map, and a completely revamped user interface for console play. The game’s campaign follows the journey of the Atlantean admiral Arkantos, with players commanding armies from Egyptian, Norse, and Greek mythologies alongside mythical creatures and divine powers. The news was unveiled during the recent Xbox Games Showcase, which also revealed new titles like Doom: The Dark Ages and Gears of War: E-Day.

What are the new features in Age of Mythology: Retold?

Age of Mythology: Retold introduces several new features, including upgraded graphics, an increased population limit, multiple uses of god powers per map, and an overhauled user interface tailored for console play.

Age of Mythology, originally released in 2002, is a real-time strategy game developed by Ensemble Studios. It’s renowned for its innovative mechanics, such as mythological powers and unique units from ancient civilizations. The game’s new version aims to bring this timeless classic to a modern audience while retaining its core appeal.