Ever dreamed of witnessing Joan of Arc leading Roman Centurions into battle or Hannibal Barca deploying Japanese Samurai to conquer Rome? With the latest update to Age of Empires Mobile, your dreams can become reality thanks to the new Mercenary Troops system.
Once you reach level 26, you'll unlock the Mercenary Camp, a new structure that enables you to contract and recruit powerful units typically unavailable to your faction. Not only can you hire these elite warriors, but you can also unlock and upgrade technology to enhance their capabilities further. Plus, you can secure your first mercenaries for free through a new event that's currently live.
The update introduces a variety of Mercenary 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 its own tech tree, allowing you to boost their already impressive battlefield prowess.
The new Mercenary Troops system evokes the thrill of Total War games, reminiscent of commanding a horde of mercenaries in classics like Rome: Total War and Medieval II. However, opinions on this addition may vary. Some players might worry about its impact on game balance, while others will appreciate the strategic depth it brings.
Only time will tell how this system will be received by the player base. There's also the potential for future updates to introduce even more diverse units, such as the historical Landsknechts. We'll have to wait and see what unfolds.
If you're looking to get started with the best heroes to unlock, our comprehensive guides for Age of Empires Mobile can help. Check out our tier list of all Age of Empires Mobile heroes, ranked by power, to find out who's worth your time and resources.
