"When all is lost and no one dares to fight, one extraordinary man rises to defend his homeland."Follow in the footsteps of the Chinese national hero and Song Dynasty general, Yue Fei, in
Age of Empires IV: Yue Fei’s Legacy. This epic eight mission campaign takes you across the world of medieval China. Battle against the rival power - the Jin Dynasty - along the mighty Yellow River, vanquish powerful bandits in remote mountains, and evade the threats lurking in the imperial palace! From the lush green bamboo forests of the south to the heartland of China, lead one of history’s most honorable, loyal, and skilled generals to defy all odds and defeat a formidable enemy.
Join the Song army and save the dynasty!
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Pre-Order Yue Fei’s Legacy
Yue Fei’s Legacy is available for pre-order now on Steam, and receive a 15% discount!
Coming May 7th!https://store.steampowered.com/app/3746540/Age_of_Empires_IV_Yue_Feis_Legacy/
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Yue Fei’s Legacy
At its height, the Song dynasty stood as a seemingly invincible power. Its standing army was the largest in the world, numbering over one million soldiers.
But when the Song dynasty struggled to secure military victories on its northern frontier while its purportedly inferior ally of convenience – the Jin dynasty – succeeded, the myth of Song invincibility vanished, unveiling the reality of a frail and hollow giant.
The Jin seized this chance to invade Song China and capture its emperor. The annihilation of the Song dynasty appeared imminent until two pivotal figures emerged: Yue Fei, a young, courageous, and skilled soldier, and Han Shizhong, a seasoned, prudent, and resourceful general.
Fight for Survival Across Eight Missions
Battle across an epic eight mission campaign as one of China’s most famous heroes. Gather supplies, recruit soldiers, and establish a network of saboteurs, as you fight day and night to save the Song dynasty. Here is an early sneak peak of four selected missions and the challenges that await you!The Escape to Yingtianfu
In 1127, a large Jurchen Jin army overruns the imperial capital of the Song dynasty and sets it ablaze. Their commander Wuzhu orders his soldiers to capture the Song emperor, his court, and all of his family, while laying waste to the once breathtaking capital.
This tragedy shakes all of China as the once-flourishing Song dynasty is threatened with unprecedented collapse. The last hope for the Song is one scared prince, who escapes the city and finds General Han Shizhong.The Battle of Huangtiandang
Every enemy – no matter their prowess – has a weakness. Together, Han Shizhong and Yue Fei try to pinpoint the Jin’s weakness to halt its advances. In a two-pronged attack, Han Shizhong plans to trap the Jin on the banks of the rushing Yellow River, while Yue Fei prepares to descend the mountains and retake the city of Jiankang.The Southern Rebels
Wars are not only fought on the frontlines. Even in the deep south of China, civilians are feeling the effects of the war as bandits grow in power and harass the countryside. Yue Fei is sent to help the common folk, stabilize the region for the Song, and vanquish the rebel bandits styling themselves as warlords. This is Yue Fei’s chance to prove himself as a commander.The Siege of De’an
To turn the tide of a losing war, the Song turn to a devastating new weapon of their own: gunpowder. Encircled by enemies, lacking a strong commander, and forced to fight against other Song rebels aligned with the Jin, the defenders of De’an are pushed to the brink. Can the new and unusual weapons help reverse the Song dynasty’s fortunes?
What to Expect?
In Yue Fei’s Legacy, you will experience a full narrative campaign of eight epic missions, each sporting fun and unique mechanics. Defend a city under siege by day while repairing its defenses and counterattacking at night; fight bandits and capture supplies to sustain your campaign; navigate treacherous trenches dug by the enemy; surprise the Jin by using Song loyalists to help you sabotage their production; and more! Traverse the breadth of Song China and fight across many beautiful, handcrafted environments.
This campaign offers elevated and refined storytelling through a character-focused approach. For the first time in Age of Empires IV, a cast of characters will bring history to life by using their own voices to react to events as they unfold in real time. Professional voice acting paired with stunning hand painted cinematics will immerse you in the life-or-death struggle of the Song dynasty.
Fight against a brand-new and fierce enemy: the Jin, whose mighty heavy cavalry and underhanded battlefield tactics will offer anyone a tough challenge. Can you defeat the Jin and restore glory to the Song dynasty?
We are thrilled to bring this dramatic moment in Chinese history to Age of Empires IV and to share it with you. Which aspect of the new campaign excites you the most?
-The Forgotten Empires Campaign Team
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Pre-Order Yue Fei’s Legacy
Yue Fei’s Legacy is available for pre-order now on Steam, and receive a 15% discount!
Coming May 7th!https://store.steampowered.com/app/3746540/Age_of_Empires_IV_Yue_Feis_Legacy/
