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War!
Age of Empires IV

War!

Learn Age of Empires IV war tactics, including army management and countering enemy advantages. Discover how to exploit weaknesses and when to retreat.

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Learn Age of Empires IV war tactics, including army management and countering enemy advantages. Discover how to exploit weaknesses and when to retreat.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    When engaging in war, avoid sacrificing your entire army at once.
  2. 2
    Hold some forces back as a backup in case your main army is taking heavy damage.
  3. 3
    If the enemy army is proving too difficult, consider retreating.
  4. 4
    Regroup and then re-engage the enemy to take them out.
  5. 5
    Analyze the enemy's specific weapons and advantages that you do not possess.
  6. 6
    Identify and exploit their weaknesses against them.
Tips
  • For more frequent war scenarios, consider playing on the hardest game setting.
  • Experiment with different personal tactics, as there is no single correct way to wage war.
  • Every encountered group may have unique weapons that give them an advantage; your goal is to find a counter.

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