Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition - The Viking Sagas released: three new civilizations and legendary rulers of the Viking Age
On September 22, 2026, The Viking Sagas expansion was released for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, one of the most enduring strategies in history. The add-on is already available on Steam and the Microsoft Store, it was released on Xbox consoles on the day of release, and PC Game Pass subscribers received it at no additional cost.
Three new civilizations have been added to The Viking Sagas. The Saxons, led by Alfred the Great, rely on defense and discipline, the Varangians of Ragnar Lothbrok are strong in raids and sea attacks, and the Danes represent the classical Scandinavian school of war. All three factions received their own bonuses, unique units and voice acting.
Three campaigns and heroes of the era
The plot of the add-on covers several centuries. Players will experience campaigns dedicated to Charlemagne and Otto I, as well as the sagas of Alfred the Great and Ragnar Lothbrok. According to the tradition of the series, the scripts are based on real events, but the writers are not afraid of artistic deviations.
Developers from World's Edge and Forgotten Empires continue to support Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition with new content, despite the release of the fourth part and work on other projects in the franchise. The game's community remains one of the most active among strategy games: the daily online presence on Steam remains stable in the tens of thousands of people.
Source: store.steampowered.com