The Secrets of the Archmages expansion for Age of Wonders 4 will be released on June 16
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For the fantasy strategy Age of Wonders 4, an expansion titled Secrets of the Archmages has been announced, featuring new narrative and gameplay elements related to secret powers and the famous Archmage Kings, including three story worlds, six new spell books, and a new form of the owl people. Secrets of the Archmages will be released on June 16, 2026, for PC, PlayStation®5, and XBOX Series X|S, and will also be included in the seasonal pass Age of Wonders 4: Expansion Pass 3.

In Age of Wonders 4: Secrets of the Archmages, players will uncover the secret powers of the cosmos, follow in the footsteps of the legendary Archmage Kings of Atla, master the hidden arts they practiced, and face the dangers that threatened them while traveling through the most sinister worlds of the Astral Sea.

 

Key features of Age of Wonders 4: Secrets of the Archmages:

  • New story content: three new narrative worlds will introduce players to adventures with the most legendary Archmage Kings of Atla. You can become Merlin's apprentice and uncover the mystery of the shattered Circle of Deogai, try to survive in the Hell of Azh'Ruan, or save the legendary hero Hem Binger in the Fey domain.
  • 6 new spell books: the library will be enriched with the powers of legendary Archmage Kings, allowing the use of new spells. You can create wards and protections for your warriors with the Book of Renunciation or summon the hellish realm of gluttony to serve you using the Book of Gluttony. The power of the Fey from the Book of Elves can support their own, while the spider's power from the Book of Weavers can ensnare foes. Spells from the Book of Fiery Passion will imbue warriors with demonic fury and engulf enemies in hellish flames, while the magic of the universe from the Book of Cosmos will bolster warriors, strengthen the economy, and assist in summoning a powerful avatar of the cosmos. 
  • New form: the wise owl people. Like others, this faction can be customized to create a unique ruler.
  • New world map content: the expansion will introduce secret dimensions created by great wizards to protect the most dreadful secrets, forbidden spells of incredible power, and the camp of mistwalkers, the den of Duadatae.
  • And much more: a new mount, new Pantheon content, additional music tracks, new units, and a new interface view.

Additional information about Age of Wonders 4 and its expansions can be found on the official website.