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Age of Empires IV: Raiders of the North brings two distinct civilizations to the medieval RTS battlefield: the Vikings and the Scots. The Vikings emerge as a relentless force built around raiding, mobile melee infantry, and early naval dominance, with their economy anchored by the Longhouse structure. As matches progress, Viking society evolves beyond the Viking Age into organized Scandinavian kingdoms, introducing knights and trained militias alongside heroic Sagas that unlock lasting bonuses. The Scots stand as a resilient, defensive civilization, their strength rooted in disciplined infantry, fortified defenses, and a unique food economy driven by Highland cattle and fishponds. Their Mustering Hall provides tactical flexibility, allowing players to shift between Highland and Lowland unit compositions mid-battle.

The expansion significantly deepens the Crucible mode, Age of Empires IV's roguelike campaign system. Four new missions introduce fresh challenges including seaborne raids and Scottish clan conflicts, now playable solo or in two-player co-op. The mode expands with new Objectives, Boons, Perks, and Mutators, alongside civilization-specific Talent Tracks that create meaningful progression variety and replayability across multiple runs.

Raiders of the North introduces two new biomes—Scottish Heathland and Tundra Summer—that reshape the visual identity of the battlefield. Each civilization features distinct architecture, masteries, music, and evolving language that reflects their historical transition and cultural identity. The gameplay loop remains rooted in Age of Empires IV's core mechanics: resource gathering, unit production, landmark progression, and tactical army composition, but the new civilizations introduce unique economic and military systems that reward different strategic approaches.

This expansion targets players seeking fresh strategic depth within the established Age of Empires IV framework. The Vikings appeal to aggressive, early-game focused players who leverage naval strength and raiding mechanics, while the Scots suit defensive, economy-focused strategies built on fortification and disciplined unit control. The expanded Crucible mode offers both cooperative and solo challenges, broadening appeal beyond traditional multiplayer skirmish and campaign play.

Raiders of the North requires the base game Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition and is available across PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Xbox One, ensuring cross-platform accessibility for the RTS community.