Age of Empires Mobile adds new Mercenary troops system

Ever fantasized about Joan of Arc commanding Roman Centurions or Hannibal Barca deploying Japanese Samurai to conquer Rome? With the latest update to *Age of Empires Mobile*, your wildest historical crossovers can now become a reality thanks to the brand-new Mercenary Troops system.

Starting at level 26, players can unlock the Mercenary Camp structure, which serves as a gateway to hiring and recruiting powerful units typically unavailable to your chosen faction. Not only can you contract these formidable warriors, but you can also unlock and enhance technologies to boost their prowess on the battlefield. Plus, you have the chance to secure your first mercenaries for free through a newly launched event.

The Mercenary units on offer are truly diverse and include Byzantine Cataphracts, Swiss Pikemen, Persian Immortals, Indian Battle Elephants, Roman Centurions, Egyptian Chariot Archers, Japanese Samurai, and Korean Archers. Each of these units comes with upgradeable tech that can amplify their already impressive battlefield abilities.

For those familiar with the *Total War* series, the Mercenary Troops system in *Age of Empires Mobile* might evoke memories of commanding a mercenary horde in games like *Rome: Total War* and *Medieval II*. However, this new feature could be a divisive addition. While some players might relish the strategic possibilities, others may worry about its impact on game balance.

Only time will tell how this system plays out among the player base. There's even speculation about future additions, like the historical Landsknechts, which could further expand the mercenary roster.

If you're eager to dive in and need guidance on which heroes to prioritize, check out our comprehensive guides for *Age of Empires Mobile*. Our tier list ranks all the heroes by power, helping you discern the strong from the weak and optimize your gameplay strategy.