# IV - Modding **URL:** https://forums.ageofempires.com/c/age-of-empires-iv/age-of-empires-iv-modding/224.md [Latest](https://forums.ageofempires.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forums.ageofempires.com/categories.md) --- ## [Request for a headless game API for Age of Empires IV, following the StarCraft II precedent](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/request-for-a-headless-game-api-for-age-of-empires-iv-following-the-starcraft-ii-precedent/290482)
**Author:** [@Filisberto](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Filisberto)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2026, 6:22am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/request-for-a-headless-game-api-for-age-of-empires-iv-following-the-starcraft-ii-precedent/290482 "2026-10-12T06:22:15Z")
Hi, I run an AoE4 research project and YouTube channel focused on competitive Dry Arabia play. We’ve built a simulator from the game’s data files, calibrated against EGC tournament footage, to test strategies at scale. T… --- ## [AoE4 mod development: Reloading a SCAR script in-game without restarting](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/aoe4-mod-development-reloading-a-scar-script-in-game-without-restarting/290305)
**Author:** [@猫到好晚](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/%E7%8C%AB%E5%88%B0%E5%A5%BD%E6%99%9A)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 6:18pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/aoe4-mod-development-reloading-a-scar-script-in-game-without-restarting/290305 "2026-10-06T18:18:08Z")
Hi everyone, I’m developing an AoE4 custom scenario and have been using loadfile() to reload its SCAR script from a local project folder while the game is running. This has helped me iterate on script logic and a custo… --- ## [Working example of a base-game localization override on Microsoft Store / Xbox PC?](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/working-example-of-a-base-game-localization-override-on-microsoft-store-xbox-pc/290093)
**Author:** [@majeed1995](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/majeed1995)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2026, 4:47pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/working-example-of-a-base-game-localization-override-on-microsoft-store-xbox-pc/290093 "2026-09-29T16:47:23Z")
I’m investigating an Arabic localization for AoE4, Microsoft Store / Xbox PC package 16.3.11308.0. Support referred me to the modding community because they cannot assist with Content Editor issues. Before translating t… --- ## [Empires Brawl: Game Mode](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/empires-brawl-game-mode/288666)
**Author:** [@Major.White](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Major.White)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2026, 9:33am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/empires-brawl-game-mode/288666 "2026-09-26T09:33:54Z")
Greetings ladies and gentlemen. I have returned after a great long while to inform you that I have an announcement to make regarding my latest project. The Game Mode is called “Empires Brawl” It is currently in the wo… --- ## [Hi where do i find the trigger editor](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/hi-where-do-i-find-the-trigger-editor/282481)
**Author:** [@braindeath](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/braindeath)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 4:37pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/hi-where-do-i-find-the-trigger-editor/282481 "2026-09-13T16:37:32Z")
Hi i like to make a scenario. For this i need to let units swawn automatic out of a house castle town hall etc. I have learned online that you need to make triggers in the editor. But i cannot find the location of the tr… --- ## [Help create or edit upgrades civs on content editor](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/help-create-or-edit-upgrades-civs-on-content-editor/285279)
**Author:** [@Ferrugem12k](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Ferrugem12k)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2026, 2:50pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/help-create-or-edit-upgrades-civs-on-content-editor/285279 "2026-09-13T14:50:41Z")
I need help, no matter what, I’ll even pay. I need to understand how I can modify or even create a technology or an upgrade, either by cloning an existing one and modifying it, or creating it from scratch. For example, … --- ## [Technical Support Request – Persian Localization, RTL Font and Full Voice-Over Mod for Age of Empires IV](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/technical-support-request-persian-localization-rtl-font-and-full-voice-over-mod-for-age-of-empires-iv/288988)
**Author:** [@Mr.FA7](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Mr.FA7)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2026, 3:41pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/technical-support-request-persian-localization-rtl-font-and-full-voice-over-mod-for-age-of-empires-iv/288988 "2026-08-22T15:41:15Z")
Dear Age of Empires IV Support and Development Team, I am working on a community-made Persian (Farsi) localization project for Age of Empires IV, with the goal of making the game accessible to Persian-speaking players. … --- ## [Totally Accurate Empires II - Tuning Pack (BETA)](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/totally-accurate-empires-ii-tuning-pack-beta/277054)
**Author:** [@Major.White](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Major.White)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2026, 8:04pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/totally-accurate-empires-ii-tuning-pack-beta/277054 "2026-08-08T20:04:32Z")
Totally Accurate Empires has finally returned and caught up with all the new patches and civilisations. I would like to thank all of you whom have enjoyed the first version of this mod from years back. This mod is desi… --- ## [Jakcie A.I (Actual AI improvements)](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/jakcie-a-i-actual-ai-improvements/232879)
**Author:** [@JakcieChan1178](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/JakcieChan1178)\ **Replies:** 212\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 11:41am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/jakcie-a-i-actual-ai-improvements/232879 "2026-05-08T11:41:02Z")
For the ai playing chads out there, I made my own A.I tuning pack, “Jakcie A.I”. It comes with a competent A.I experience at Hardest and above. I made this mod originally so that I can play with my new friends because t… --- ## [关于模组订阅无法取消的问题](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/topic/285907)
**Author:** [@喜马拉雅山](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/%E5%96%9C%E9%A9%AC%E6%8B%89%E9%9B%85%E5%B1%B1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2026, 3:10am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/topic/285907 "2026-05-07T03:10:46Z")
我有注意到这是自帝国时代2就有的问题，为什么到了帝国时代4的今天还没有修复。模组一旦订阅无法取消 --- ## [Improved Team Observer Mod with Income Chart](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/improved-team-observer-mod-with-income-chart/285309)
**Author:** [@\[CDSG\]ebg](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/[CDSG]ebg)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2026, 7:20am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/improved-team-observer-mod-with-income-chart/285309 "2026-04-12T07:20:36Z")
Inspired by StarCraft 2 WCS Gameheart’s Income Advantage Graph and based on kuschAoe’s and ariansadeghi2’s previous works. Income Graph displays every player’s income throughout the last 16 minutes. Helping casters o… --- ## [How to change upgrade like Mod infinite research](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/how-to-change-upgrade-like-mod-infinite-research/225065)
**Author:** [@MeantJungle2268](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/MeantJungle2268)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2026, 11:58pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/how-to-change-upgrade-like-mod-infinite-research/225065 "2026-03-06T23:58:49Z")
I try to let upgrade can research more then one time and increase more But just descript has change, others not working at all Am i missing somewhere need to change? --- ## [Civilization Conquest Mod](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/civilization-conquest-mod/206637)
**Author:** [@MomentoTR89](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/MomentoTR89)\ **Replies:** 278\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2026, 10:31pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/civilization-conquest-mod/206637 "2026-03-04T22:31:55Z")
Thank you everyone for subscribing the “Civilization Conquest” Mod. I hope that you enjoy to play the AOE4. You can subscribe and check the MOD from here: Civilization Conquest Mod Please do not forget to RATE this mod… --- ## [AI gets bugged out when trying to play mods](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/ai-gets-bugged-out-when-trying-to-play-mods/200720)
**Author:** [@Layh](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Layh)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 9:25am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/ai-gets-bugged-out-when-trying-to-play-mods/200720 "2026-02-23T09:25:24Z")
I have enjoyed the new additions and all the mods and game modes people have added. However I’ve noticed that the AI doesnt seem to be able to deal with a lot of them. Specifically I tried an advanced game rules mode t… --- ## [I cannot update my MOD in game, It doesn't updated on AOE4 Website and In-Game Modding](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/i-cannot-update-my-mod-in-game-it-doesnt-updated-on-aoe4-website-and-in-game-modding/206733)
**Author:** [@MomentoTR89](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/MomentoTR89)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2026, 8:05am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/i-cannot-update-my-mod-in-game-it-doesnt-updated-on-aoe4-website-and-in-game-modding/206733 "2026-02-21T08:05:10Z")
I had experienced this issue before, and thy had said me “It was the server cause issue” and I had waiting 3 weeks to publish and update my mods again. Right now, I experience the same issue again :frowning: My MOD supp… --- ## [There are significant issues with the server port for module releases and updates](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/there-are-significant-issues-with-the-server-port-for-module-releases-and-updates/284193)
**Author:** [@Player43851728](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Player43851728)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2026, 8:03am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/there-are-significant-issues-with-the-server-port-for-module-releases-and-updates/284193 "2026-02-19T08:03:37Z")
I’ve recently discovered significant issues with mod publishing and updates in Age of Empires IV! Mods released and updated months ago have suddenly reverted to an unreleased state. Attempting to publish them now not on… --- ## [\[HELP\] Win Condition](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/help-win-condition/244732)
**Author:** [@GaucheSky213423](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/GaucheSky213423)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2026, 3:52pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/help-win-condition/244732 "2026-02-16T15:52:38Z")
Hi! I am trying to create a victory condition where if you kill the opposing team’s boar the game is over, is there any way I can make the boar the victory condition? The map is for 1vs1. --- ## [How to make upgrade “branches” (10x Arrows +/or 10x Mangonel)](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/how-to-make-upgrade-branches-10x-arrows-or-10x-mangonel/284108)
**Author:** [@ChatOmnivore354](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/ChatOmnivore354)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2026, 3:26pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/how-to-make-upgrade-branches-10x-arrows-or-10x-mangonel/284108 "2026-02-16T15:26:42Z")
Hi everyone, I’m modding AoE4 and I want one building (Outpost) to have two upgrade branches: Arrows branch: 10 upgrade levels (Arrow Tier 1 → Tier 10) Mangonel branch: 10 upgrade levels (Mangonel Tier 1 → Tier 10… --- ## [I lost my mod files, how to recover?](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/i-lost-my-mod-files-how-to-recover/283436)
**Author:** [@ChefPerruque28](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/ChefPerruque28)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2026, 2:05pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/i-lost-my-mod-files-how-to-recover/283436 "2026-02-16T14:05:48Z")
Hi, I’ve made a mod some time ago that I want to improve now. The problem is I lost the local mod files with my old PC, I can still play the mod because I’ve subscribed to it and I have a SGA file. I’ve seen I can extr… --- ## [The AOE 4 editor is extremely laggy and keeps freezing](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/the-aoe-4-editor-is-extremely-laggy-and-keeps-freezing/283921)
**Author:** [@Shey](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Shey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2026, 11:18am UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/the-aoe-4-editor-is-extremely-laggy-and-keeps-freezing/283921 "2026-02-09T11:18:06Z")
I get about 10-30 fps in the mod editor, and it freezes a lot. My PC specs are: RTX 3060 Ti, i5-13400F, 32 GB RAM. I was advised to enable a 60 fps frame rate cap in the Nvidia Control Panel, but that didn’t help. Pleas… --- ## [Edit downloaded mod](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/edit-downloaded-mod/201948)
**Author:** [@acbraith](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/acbraith)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2026, 4:51pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/edit-downloaded-mod/201948 "2026-02-04T16:51:53Z")
Is there a way to edit a downloaded mod / see what files are being modded? --- ## [Sugerencia sobre mando](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/sugerencia-sobre-mando/282368)
**Author:** [@DonaSRagnarK](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/DonaSRagnarK)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2025, 7:20pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/sugerencia-sobre-mando/282368 "2025-12-04T19:20:42Z")
For the unit selection menu, please separate cavalry units from infantry units, as it ruins the experience when you want to select only infantry but both are selected. The commands are RT + up arrow and release. For the… --- ## [NEW CIVILIZATION, LITHUANIANS](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/new-civilization-lithuanians/274891)
**Author:** [@marcoracosta205](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/marcoracosta205)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2025, 4:32pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/new-civilization-lithuanians/274891 "2025-11-29T16:32:20Z")
– The Grand Duchy of Lithuanians 1009 a.C , 1569 a.C – Religion, Technological Adaptation, Expansion Lithuanians in Age Of Empires IV are a military powerhouse, eager to preserve and expand their local faith or adapt to … --- ## [How do I copy a mod](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/how-do-i-copy-a-mod/281695)
**Author:** [@BCDDD02](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/BCDDD02)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2025, 4:07pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/how-do-i-copy-a-mod/281695 "2025-11-29T16:07:44Z")
How do I copy a mod I have made so that I can alter it and make a new mod? For example, I have created a mod that alters max pop and most units individual pop. I want to keep this mod as is, but I also want a mod that … --- ## [Pink box](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/pink-box/282189)
**Author:** [@BCDDD02](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/BCDDD02)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2025, 3:44pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/pink-box/282189 "2025-11-28T15:44:09Z")
I’ve been working on some of my own modding recently and I’ve managed to figure out how to add a unit from one civ to another civ. The unit functions as it should, however generally the unit shows up in the game as the … --- ## [Has anyone successfully copied their custom keyboard file to a new PC?](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/has-anyone-successfully-copied-their-custom-keyboard-file-to-a-new-pc/282143)
**Author:** [@Jodet](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Jodet)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2025, 11:24pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/has-anyone-successfully-copied-their-custom-keyboard-file-to-a-new-pc/282143 "2025-11-25T23:24:55Z")
I just built a new gaming PC (Linux Mint, BTW) and am wondering if I can copy my customized keyboard file over to the new PC and have it actually work? If I have to redo all my key commands from scratch it might be tim… --- ## [Replace Civs music with that of another Civ?](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/replace-civs-music-with-that-of-another-civ/281956)
**Author:** [@Jambu](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Jambu)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2025, 4:21pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/replace-civs-music-with-that-of-another-civ/281956 "2025-11-17T16:21:24Z")
Hey AoEIV community, I’m wanting to mod the music in AoEIV, I know that the music can be quite complex and it’s got layers and age up motifs etc. But essentially all I am wanting to do is replace the French music that t… --- ## [Can some one make a mode for me](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/can-some-one-make-a-mode-for-me/267408)
**Author:** [@ejazkhanali33](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/ejazkhanali33)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2025, 9:34pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/can-some-one-make-a-mode-for-me/267408 "2025-11-11T21:34:29Z")
hi can someone please make a mod for following 1 k population 50k gold and stone all of them super strong walls keeps towers and gates . i mean 60k health --- ## [Is there a way to persuade AI to build walls?](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-persuade-ai-to-build-walls/277058)
**Author:** [@Major.White](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/Major.White)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2025, 9:25pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/is-there-a-way-to-persuade-ai-to-build-walls/277058 "2025-11-11T21:25:10Z")
I’m not sure what to look out for specifically in the content editor but anyone know of a certain way to persuade AI to build walls or atleast make it a priority? --- ## [Tuning mod, increase houses capacity?](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/tuning-mod-increase-houses-capacity/267050)
**Author:** [@BigPun](https://forums.ageofempires.com/u/BigPun)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2025, 9:21pm UTC](https://forums.ageofempires.com/t/tuning-mod-increase-houses-capacity/267050 "2025-11-11T21:21:20Z")
Hello, i’m making myself a tuning pack to increase population (Attributes → army → race\_population\_cap\_table → max\_personnel\_cap) i was wondering how to change house’s capacity (which is set 10 as default), how to increa… [Next page](https://forums.ageofempires.com/c/age-of-empires-iv/age-of-empires-iv-modding/224.md?page=1)