Xbox console exclusive Age of Empires 4 is coming to PlayStation 5, with a release date set for November 4, 2025. The announcement sees Age of Empires 4 become the latest console exclusive to make the jump between the two platforms.
In recent years, it feels as though the barriers between consoles have been broken down. It's not entirely there yet, but there has undoubtedly been a softening of both Microsoft and Sony's positions in this regard. On August 26, Helldivers 2 will head to Xbox Series X/S, and Gears of War: Reloaded will launch on PlayStation 5. Even just a few years ago, the idea of a Gears of War game on PlayStation was unthinkable, and is arguably a sign of the times when it comes to the future of console exclusives. Remember, Age of Empires 4 is published by Xbox Game Studios, too.
The announcement of Age of Empires 4 coming to PlayStation 5 took place at Gamescom 2025, with confirmation that it's arriving on November 4. This comes just over four years after the game's initial launch, but better late than never. Earlier this year, PlayStation gamers also got Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition six years...
