Welcome to the Age of Empires IV guide! Whether you're a new player or looking to refine your strategy, this guide covers essential tips and tricks to dominate the battlefield.

🚀 Quick Start Tips

  • Build your base first: Prioritize gathering resources and constructing key buildings like the Town Center and Stables.
  • Upgrade your units: Use Forage and Blacksmith to enhance your army's strength.
  • Scout early: Deploy Scouts to gather intel on enemy movements and terrain.
  • Manage resources wisely: Keep an eye on Wood, Food, Gold, and Stone to avoid shortages.
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🔧 Core Strategies

  • Focus on economy: Expand your Farm and Lumber Camp to sustain long-term warfare.
  • Use terrain to your advantage: Control choke points and exploit elevation for defensive positions.
  • Balance offense and defense: Avoid overcommitting to attacks without securing your own defenses.
  • Leverage unique units: Unlock Cavalry, Archers, and Siege Units for versatile combat options.
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🏗️ Base Building Layout

  • Place key buildings centrally: Ensure Town Center, Market, and Granary are protected.
  • Optimize resource collection: Position Farm and Lumber Camp near resource nodes.
  • Defensive positioning: Build Wall and Keep to guard against enemy raids.
  • Expand strategically: Use Town Hall to research technologies and manage population.
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⚔️ Unit Upgrades and Tactics

  • Upgrade your army: Use Blacksmith to improve Infantry, Cavalry, and Archers.
  • Specialize units: Focus on Light Cavalry for speed or Heavy Cavalry for power.
  • Use siege weapons: Deploy Ballistae and Catapults to break enemy defenses.
  • Train elite units: Unlock Paladin or War Dog for unique abilities.
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🧭 Advanced Battle Tips

  • Control the map: Use Scouts and Raiders to secure resources and disrupt enemy plans.
  • Use diplomacy wisely: Trade with allies or sabotage enemies through Bandit Raids.
  • Focus on naval dominance: Build Shipyard and Naval Base for control over water routes.
  • Adapt to enemy tactics: Counter Siege with Wall and Militia, or defend against Raiders with Archers.

For more advanced strategies, check out our Age of Empires IV Tips and Tricks guide!

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