Age of Mythology Retold: Japanese Expansion ‘Heavenly Spear’ Details, Units, & Release Date
The Wait is Over: Heavenly Spear Revealed
For years, Age of Mythology fans have filled forums with speculation on what a new pantheon would look like. World’s Edge finally answered that question today. The studio announced Heavenly Spear, the game’s first full-scale expansion for Age of Mythology: Retold. This news confirms that the heavily-rumored Japanese civilization isn’t just wishful thinking… it’s real and will launch in the Fall of 2025.
Meet the New Japanese Gods
This is not a handful of new units; it’s a whole new faction built from the ground up!! The centerpiece is a pantheon of twelve new Japanese gods; each with their own unique playstyles & borderline game-breaking powers. While the full list has been under wraps, the studio teased powers like Fujin’s “Smiting Gust,” which can send entire armies on an unscheduled flight across the map, and Watatsumi’s “Dragon Typhoon,” a swirling vortex designed to politely erase enemy towns from existence.
Command New Mortals & Myth Units
Of course, new gods need new mortals and monsters to throw at your enemies. The Japanese roster of units will feature the iconic Samurai as its backbone -> alongside the stealthy Shinobi, giving players a true ninja fantasy of assassination & sabotage. The myth units get even wilder. The Kitsune (fox spirits) will be cunning scouts that also support nearby troops. The Shinigami, a terrifying spirit whose shout makes units flee in terror, will be a nightmare on the battlefield -> particularly because it comes back stronger and presumably angrier after being killed. Rounding out the reveals is the Tengu, a winged swordmaster perfect for leaping into an enemy’s backline.
A Brand New Campaign Awaits
For fans who enjoy the grand tales of the series, Heavenly Spear is also introducing a brand new 12-mission campaign. It is a tale of a young farmer’s daughter, Yasuko, who finds a mythical spear. This discovery throws her into a conflict with Kagemasa, a ruthless warlord who aims to imprison the sun goddess Amaterasu and become a god himself… It is a classic Age of Mythology tale of mortals caught in the epic struggles of the gods.
Release Date & How to Play
So when can you get your hands on it?? Heavenly Spear will be out this Fall 2025 and is now available to wishlist on Steam. In a key detail for prospective buyers, World’s Edge announced that the Heavenly Spear expansion is included for anyone who owns Age of Mythology: Retold’s Premium Edition!!
More Than Just a Remaster
With an entire new civilization, a dedicated campaign, and a wild cast of new units, this announcement makes one thing clear: Age of Mythology: Retold is not just a fresh coat of paint. It’s a platform for an entire new generation of mythological warfare.