# Paradox Interactive Introduces Expansion Pass 2 for *Age of Wonders 4*: Roadmap Lasts Until Fall 2025
Paradox Interactive, the esteemed publisher of many beloved strategy titles, has officially unveiled **Expansion Pass 2** for *Age of Wonders 4*. This latest expansion pass promises a substantial increase in the game’s content with four major DLCs, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The pass is available for **€50**, and the initial expansion, **Herald of Glory**, is currently ready for download.
## What’s Featured in Expansion Pass 2?
Expansion Pass 2 aims to revitalize *Age of Wonders 4* by integrating new factions, units, and gameplay features. The pass comprises four DLCs, each providing distinct content that caters to both newcomers and seasoned players. Here’s a summary of what’s included:
1. **Herald of Glory** (Available Now)
2. **Ways of War** (Slated for November 5, 2024)
3. **Giant Kings** (Q2 2025)
4. **Archon Prophecy** (Q3 2025)
### Herald of Glory (Available Now)
The inaugural expansion, **Herald of Glory**, is now accessible. This DLC features new unique items and a new societal dynamic that enables players to further modify their civilizations. The expansion also introduces fresh narrative elements and gameplay features, enhancing the complexity of the *Age of Wonders 4* universe.
### Ways of War (November 5, 2024)
The second expansion, **Ways of War**, is expected to launch on **November 5, 2024**. This DLC offers substantial additions, including the **Oathsworn culture**, a new faction focused on the principle of swearing oaths. Players will receive rewards based on their commitment to the principles tied to each oath, introducing a moral decision-making aspect to gameplay.
Alongside the Oathsworn culture, **Ways of War** adds formidable new units, such as **ape** and **ogre** warriors. New intrigue events will also be introduced, along with access to four new spellbooks that provide new units and spells emphasizing inner strength and outer devastation.
### Giant Kings (Q2 2025)
Anticipated for release in **Q2 2025**, **Giant Kings** will present a new faction of giants. This expansion will also incorporate specially designed map regions and new housing choices, allowing players to grow their empires in distinctive ways. The **Giant Kings** DLC can be purchased separately for **€19.99**, catering to players who may not wish to buy the complete expansion pass.
### Archon Prophecy (Q3 2025)
The last DLC in Expansion Pass 2, **Archon Prophecy**, is scheduled for debut in **Q3 2025**. This expansion will introduce a new civilization and prophecy events that will influence the unfolding narrative of the game. Players can look forward to new storytelling content aligned with the broader lore of *Age of Wonders 4*. Similar to **Giant Kings**, **Archon Prophecy** will also be available for separate purchase at **€20**.
## Roadmap Through Fall 2025
Paradox Interactive has provided a comprehensive roadmap for *Age of Wonders 4* extending into the **third quarter of 2025**. This roadmap not only details the release schedule for the four DLCs but also guarantees **free updates** accompanying each expansion. These updates are expected to include quality-of-life enhancements, bug repairs, and potentially new features to keep the gaming experience engaging for its audience.
Here’s a brief overview of the roadmap:
– **Herald of Glory**: Available Now
– **Ways of War**: November 5, 2024
– **Giant Kings**: Q2 2025
– **Archon Prophecy**: Q3 2025
## Reflecting on the First Expansion Pass
This is not the first instance of *Age of Wonders 4* receiving an expansion pass. The **first Expansion Pass** was made available shortly after the game’s release and included four DLCs: **Dragon Dawn**, **Empires & Ashes**, **Primal Fury**, and **Eldritch Realms**. Each of these expansions introduced new factions, units, and gameplay features, greatly enriching the core experience.
Given the success of the initial expansion pass, it is unsurprising that Paradox Interactive has chosen to continue backing *Age of Wonders 4* with a second pass. The developers have confirmed that, akin to the first pass, each DLC in Expansion Pass 2 will also be supplemented with **free updates** that will further improve the game.