refers to the initial release of the game by the scene group CODEX on October 28, 2021. This version represents the retail "Day One" build of the game before subsequent seasonal updates and expansions. Technical Overview Version Number: 5.0.7274.0.
4 historical campaigns covering the Normans, the Hundred Years War, the Mongol Empire, and the Rise of Moscow. Age of Empires IV (v5.0.7274.0) [CODEX]
Approximately 86–87 GB when fully installed. refers to the initial release of the game
Often included in this release, providing the official soundtrack, a unit counters chart, and a digital art compilation. Minimum System Requirements According to official specifications for this build: 4 historical campaigns covering the Normans, the Hundred
This version includes the core launch experience of Age of Empires IV :
This specific build was originally based on the Microsoft Store (UWP) version but was quickly followed by a Steam-based release from CODEX.