Conquer the subcontinent! You can buy the Dynasties of India key — the third and one of the most content-rich expansions for Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. This DLC completely reimagines Indian civilizations. It adds three brand new civilizations with unique mechanics (like mode-switching chariots), while the classic "Indians" have been reworked into "Hindustanis". Expect three epic campaigns filled with elephants, naval battles, and political intrigue. This is a Global key playable worldwide.
⚠️ WARNING: This is Downloadable Content (DLC). The base game Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is required on Steam to play.
What's new in Dynasties of India?
- 3 New Civilizations:
- Bengalis: Elephant and Naval civilization. Unique Unit: Ratha (a chariot that can switch between melee and ranged attack modes).
- Dravidians: Naval and Infantry powerhouse. Unique Units: Urumi Swordsman (deals area damage) and Thirisadai (heavy ship).
- Gurjaras: Cavalry and Camel civilization. Unique Units: Shrivamsha Rider (dodges projectiles) and Chakram Thrower.
- 3 New Campaigns:
- Babur (Tatars/Hindustanis): The story of the founding of the Mughal Empire.
- Rajendra (Dravidians): Chola Empire conquests in South India and the high seas.
- Devapala (Bengalis): The political and military struggles of Emperor Pala.
New Civilizations Comparison
| Civ | Focus | Unique Mechanic |
| Bengalis | Elephants & Navy | Elephants take less bonus damage. Rathas switch modes (Melee/Ranged). |
| Dravidians | Infantry & Navy | Receive +200 wood when advancing Ages. Urumi Swordsmen deal splash damage. |
| Gurjaras | Camels & Cavalry | Can garrison livestock in mills for infinite food. Shrivamsha Riders dodge arrows. |
Instruction: How to activate DLC on Steam
- Open the Steam client.
- Click "Games" in the top menu -> "Activate a Product on Steam".
- Enter the key you received.
- The DLC will automatically add to your library (you might need to restart the game).
FAQ
1. What happened to the old "Indians" civ?
The "Indians" civilization was renamed to Hindustanis and rebalanced. It remains available to all base game owners, while this DLC adds three new civilizations from the region.
2. How does the Ratha unit work?
It is a unique Bengali chariot. With a single button press, you can toggle it between an archer (Ranged) and a cavalry unit (Melee), adapting tactics mid-battle.
3. Do I need the original game?
Yes. Without the base Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, this key will not work.
4. Are Shrivamsha Riders really immune to arrows?
Not entirely. They have a unique "shield" gauge that absorbs incoming projectiles. Once the shield is depleted, they take damage. However, they are extremely effective against small groups of archers.
5. Is it fully voiced?
Yes, all new campaigns feature full voice acting and historical narration.
6. Is it region locked?
No. This is a Global key, it activates without regional restrictions