AOE IV / Maps
Sunkenlands
An official random map introduced in a seasonal update. Inspect the generated water and land routes before committing to a naval or land plan.
Overview
An official random map introduced in a seasonal update. Inspect the generated water and land routes before committing to a naval or land plan.
Terrain and layout
An open land map places every player in a shallow crater, with two additional opposing corner craters marked by small cliffs. Player positions are less regular than on Dry Arabia, and allied starts may be close to opponents.
Resources and control
The two corner craters each contain food sources including Berries, a Boar, and Deer; other contested deposits may also spawn there. Starting Gold is smaller than usual, Wood is broadly available, and the two Sacred Sites and central Relics lie between teams. Trade Posts sit beside cliffs near the center axis.
Player considerations
Scout nearby starts and the crater resources before expanding, since player spacing varies. Secure food-rich craters and the contested center with enough coverage to prevent raids; the layout has limited hard barriers.
