Age of Empires IV

The Elite Classic IV: The Wait Is Over!

The Elite Classic IV: The Wait Is Over! ⚔️ Age of Empires IV fans, the wait is finally over. The Elite Classic IV, the most anticipated tournament series since its launch in 2023, is back! Taking place just two weeks after the Homestead Cup LAN, this edition is going to be massive. Players will need […]

The Elite Classic IV: The Wait Is Over! ⚔️

Age of Empires IV fans, the wait is finally over. The Elite Classic IV, the most anticipated tournament series since its launch in 2023, is back!

Taking place just two weeks after the Homestead Cup LAN, this edition is going to be massive. Players will need to prepare wisely because the full format and handbook are still being finalized. We don’t want players to lose focus on current events, but this only adds to the hype and surprises awaiting everyone.

The main event comes with a stacked $25,000 prize pool, and the Silver League has been boosted to a huge… $2,750 prize pool, thanks to World’s Edge! This is our biggest payout yet for newcomers and rising talents ready to step up in the professional scene!

Mark your calendars: May 30 – June 28, 2026. There will be two qualifiers on one weekend: the first one on May 30, 2026, and the second one on May 31, 2026.

While the handbook is still on the way, you can sign up now here.

The Silver League Is Back and Stronger Than Ever 🛡️

Players who miss the main event will still have a shot at the Silver League based on their performance (using the exact same tiebreakers as The Elite Classic III).
Now is the time to give it your all in the qualifiers. It’s the first time we’ve put this much money on the line for newcomers. It’s honestly one of the best opportunities to break into the professional scene, with the exact same setup and conditions as the pros. So don’t wait any longer! Call your friends and start practicing. This is your chance to take the next step!

How to Get In 📝

If you are willing to compete, you can follow these steps:

 

We hope to see many of you in the qualifiers! Stay tuned for more details about the format, coming soon! 👀

Tune in to our Twitch or YouTube from May 30 until June 28 at 15 GMT each weekend to watch The Elite Classic IV!

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