Petition to Reconsider the Canceled DLC and Continue Support for Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition

To the Age of Empires Team and Microsoft,

We, the devoted community of Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition, are writing to express our deep disappointment over the cancellation of the planned DLC for our beloved game. While we understand that development decisions are complex, this news has left us feeling overlooked—especially as other titles in the franchise continue to receive updates and support.

Age of Empires III holds a unique and special place in the hearts of its players. Though it may not always receive the same attention as other entries in the series, its community is just as passionate and dedicated. The announcement of new DLC last year was a beacon of hope for us, reigniting our excitement and reminding us why we’ve stayed loyal to this game for so long.

It’s difficult not to feel sidelined when Age of Empires II and IV regularly receive updates, and even Age of Mythology is being revitalized with the  Retold edition. While we’re thrilled for the success of the broader franchise, the cancellation of content for AoE III: DE feels like a dismissal of the vibrant community that has kept this game alive for years.

We Respectfully Urge You to Reconsider:
New DLC—or even smaller updates—would:
✅ Reignite Passion – Fresh content would bring players back to the game, rekindling excitement and engagement.
✅ Strengthen Community Trust – It would show that every Age of Empires title and its community is valued equally.
✅ Extend the Game’s Lifespan – New civilizations, campaigns, or maps would attract new players and give veterans fresh challenges.

Beyond DLC: Continued Support Matters
Even if new DLC is not possible, we strongly urge the developers to continue supporting Age of Empires III: DE through:
🔹 Bug Fixes – Addressing ongoing technical issues that impact gameplay quality.
🔹 Balance Updates – Refining civilizations and mechanics to maintain a fair and competitive experience.
🔹 Quality-of-Life Improvements – Enhancing matchmaking, AI, and other key game features.

The Age of Empires III: DE community has stood by this game since its launch, supporting it through patches, updates, and even creating incredible mods to enhance the experience. We’ve proven our dedication time and time again, and we believe the game still has so much potential.

Sign and Share!
If you believe Age of Empires III: DE deserves more content, support, and improvements, sign this petition and let your voice be heard!

With gratitude and hope,
The Age of Empires III Community