Old World came out quite a while ago – but not on Steam. That changes on May 19, 2022, which means that the turn-based strategy hit is no longer an Epic exclusive. In addition, the first big addon will be given away, But only for a short time. We provide you with all the information you need to know about the Steam release and the free Old World promotion.
You can read about what Old World is all about and to what extent the strategy hit is a real alternative to Civilization or Crusader Kings in our big test:
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Old World: All the information about the end of the Epic exclusivity
When is Old World coming to Epic and GOG?
Old World country on May 19, 2022 on Steam and GOG. This means that the title from developer Mohawk Games has no longer been an Epic exclusive since the early access release in May 2020. Incidentally, there is also Linux support at the same time.
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What you should know about the first Old World addon
With Heroes of the Aegean, Old World gets its first major addon. This expands the turn-based strategy hit with six new scenarios centered on Ancient Greece. Players take control of generals in Greek history – such as Leonidas or Alexander the Great.
When exactly Heroes of the Aegean will appear is currently unknown. However, the release should fall in the period around the publication on Steam and GOG. Particularly tempting for fans, of course: the addon is free for the first two weeks after the release of Heroes of the Aegean. But you have to hold on tight, after the deadline you will be asked to pay again for the DLC.
You can get a first impression of Heroes of the Aegean in the trailer for the Old World expansion, which is currently available exclusively from the colleagues at IGN:
link to YouTube content
Our beginner tips for Old World
If you’re taking the release of Old World to Steam and GOG as an opportunity to jump into the turn-based strategy hit, then we have the perfect article for you. We deliver you seven useful tips to help you get started and which the game doesn’t necessarily tie you to the nose:
Old World
7 tips for beginners that the game won’t tell you
Have you already tried your hand at Old World and is the Steam release and addon a good reason for you to return to the turn-based strategy hit? Let us know in the comments!
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