Which version of Age of Mythology: Retold should you preorder?

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As a seasoned gamer with years of strategy game experience under my belt, I must say that Age of Mythology: Retold has piqued my interest. The prospect of commanding mythological forces and unleashing devastating abilities is too enticing to resist.

Let’s think about how you’ll harness mystical powers and release formidable skills instead.

Age of Mythology: Remastered, jointly developed by World’s Edge and Xbox Game Studios, is set to release on Xbox Series X|S consoles and Windows PC. Not just one, but multiple versions of this game will be up for grabs for players. I’ve outlined the contents of each version and highlighted key factors to ponder before making a purchase.

Age of Mythology: Retold — Standard edition vs. Premium edition

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As an analyst, I am sharing that there are two editions of Age of Mythology: Retold coming out on all platforms, launching on September 4, 2024. The Standard Edition will cost $30 and contains only the game itself without any preorder bonuses or special cosmetics. In simpler terms, it’s just the base version of the game for you to enjoy.

Additionally, t Retold called the Premium Edition, priced at $50. This edition caters especially to dedicated enthusiasts, offering additional features they’d appreciate. Here’s a rundown of what you get:

  • 7-day early access: Allowing you to begin playing on August 28
  • New Gods Pack: Freyr, granting you Freyr as a new Major God choice for the Norse faction
  • Legacy Deity Portrait Pack: Grants players the option to use the original deity portraits from Age of Mythology 
  • Expansion 1: A completely-rebuilt Chinese faction, launching later in 2024
  • Expansion 2: A new faction, launching in 2025

If you’re not too concerned about playing the game a bit earlier through early access, the Premium Edition of New Gods Pack: Freyr, along with its two expansions, is definitely worth considering. However, you’re not obligated to stick with it forever. If you prefer to start with the Standard Edition and decide later that you want more content, you can always upgrade.

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As a researcher delving into this subject, I’d like to highlight that when you opt for the Standard Edition, you’ll gain access to the game, but not the additional features included in the Premium Edition. However, the Premium Upgrade, priced at an extra $25, offers all those extras, making it a total of $50 if you were to buy them separately. Yet, by choosing the Premium Upgrade, you maintain flexibility, as it’s available as an additional purchase option for your convenience.

If you prefer a less formal approach to strategy games and aren’t certain about how much time you’ll invest in this one, the Standard edition would likely suit you better. On the other hand, seasoned strategy gamers, especially those who have played the original game, might benefit more from the Premium Edition. This is because they can look forward to additional factions, new God Powers, and mythical units that will become available over time.

Age of Mythology: Retold — Xbox Game Pass benefits

As a game analyst, I’m excited to announce that I too will have the privilege of playing Age of Mythology: Retold on day one, thanks to its launch on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Subscribers like myself can delve into the standard edition starting September 4 without any additional costs!

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If you’re looking to enjoy the Premium Edition of the game at a discounted price, here’s a smart trick: If you have an active subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass, you can purchase the Premium Upgrade. Once done, you’ll be able to start playing from August 28. Additionally, this will grant you access to other perks like the initial two expansions. This method isn’t limited to just this game; it works for many Xbox first-party games with standard editions and premium upgrades, such as Starfield by Bethesda Game Studios.

One potential drawback with this method is that you must maintain your Xbox Game Pass subscription. In the event that you choose to cancel your subscription for Xbox Game Pass, you would no longer have access to Age of Mythology: Retold unless you purchase it separately.

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2024-08-15 14:52