The *Age of Empires* series has been a hugely popular and important part of the strategy game world for almost 30 years. Even though *Age of Empires IV* and *Age of Empires II* are still being updated, players are really looking forward to the next installment, *Age of Empires V*. Recent news suggests that Microsoft and World’s Edge might be starting to develop the game, or at least increasing activity on it. While there’s been no official announcement, two new job listings could hint at what’s in store.
Microsoft is hiring for two Senior and Principal Unreal Engine roles at World’s Edge, the studio known for the Age of Empires franchise. While the job listings don’t explicitly state the project, it’s widely believed these positions are for the development of Age of Empires V.
The team at Xbox Game Studios is continuing the development of the popular Age of Empires franchise. We’re a dedicated group of developers passionate about this iconic real-time strategy series, and we’re currently growing our team. We’re looking for a talented individual to help plan and build the technology that will power the future of Age of Empires.
The most important thing is that the game is switching to Unreal Engine, which is a change from the custom or specialized engines used in previous installments. This suggests not only a new game is coming, but one that will benefit from the advanced technology, large scale, and other features of Unreal Engine. It could be a major turning point for the series.
Another important change is how game development is being handled. Previously, World’s Edge mainly oversaw the Age of Empires franchise and hired other companies to do the actual development work. For example, Relic Entertainment created *Age of Empires IV*, and studios like Forgotten Empires and Tantalus Media worked on updated versions and added content. However, recent job listings suggest World’s Edge might be taking a more direct role in development this time around.
If this news relates to a new *Age of Empires* game, it probably means development is just beginning. Since the series will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2027, that could be when we see a release. However, with so few details available, it’s not certain. For now, fans will have to guess what’s next for the series until Microsoft or World’s Edge officially announces their plans.
Age of Empires is a major franchise for Microsoft, but it’s just one of many. With Microsoft moving away from primarily selling hardware, it’s likely they’ll emphasize their game franchises even more. The latest installment in the *Forza Horizon* series, *Forza Horizon 6*, has been announced and will be set in Japan, following earlier leaks. The future of the *Halo* series is still unclear. Microsoft has also released games like *Gears of War* on consoles other than Xbox, so it’s possible that *Age of Empires V* will be available on multiple platforms as well. As the gaming world evolves, established series like Age of Empires continue to be influential, making new entries especially anticipated.
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2025-10-10 18:41