Mount & Blade Bannerlord’s “War Sails” Expansion Sets Sail!
TaleWorlds has unveiled thrilling news for Mount & Blade Bannerlord fans. After years of anticipation, the “War Sails” expansion will bring naval warfare to the game, launching on June 17, 2025, for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
What’s New?
Naval Combat System: Command mighty ships, engage in epic sea battles, and dominate the waves with realistic wind and wave physics. Customize vessels with siege engines, cargo holds, sails, and battering rams.
Viking-Inspired Nord Race: Fearless seafarers and melee experts, the Nords arrive as a playable faction. Explore their Northern Kingdom, featuring jagged peaks, vast taigas, and icy fjords.
18 Unique Ship Types: From agile longships to towering warships, each vessel offers distinct tactical advantages. Master dynamic weather systems, including storms and trade winds.
Expanded World: Calradia’s map is reimagined with northern islands, coastal waters, and open seas. New regions promise fresh challenges and strategic opportunities.
New Weapons & Gear: Arm yourself with spears, axes, swords, shields, and Nordic-themed armor. Customize characters with braided hairstyles, beards, and tattoos.
Base Game Improvements
TaleWorlds revealed that scrapped story-driven DLC mechanics will enhance the core game. Key updates include:
- Stealth System: Infiltrate dungeons, rescue prisoners, and eliminate foes undetected.
- Random Events: Encounter dynamic world events that shape your character’s journey.
- City Projects: Build and manage settlements with rebalanced mechanics and new structures.
- Negotiation Feature: Resolve conflicts through diplomacy instead of bloodshed.
- Character Import/Export: Modify character stats via console commands.
- New Weapons: Unleash chaos with slings and other ranged tools.
- AI Overhauls: Smarter enemy tactics, improved pathfinding, and sharper aim against moving targets.
TaleWorlds promises more details in the coming weeks. Prepare to conquer land and sea when War Sails launches this June!