Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord sales top five million, DLC expansion ‘War Sails’ announced
Major expansion due out on June 17.
Total sales for Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord have surpassed five million units, not including PlayStation Plus Premium and Game Pass players, developer TaleWorlds Entertainment announced. A major expansion titled “War Sails” was also announced and will launch on June 17.
Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord first launched in Early Access for PC via Steam on March 30, 2020, followed by a full release across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on October 25, 2022.
Here is an overview of the expansion, via TaleWorlds Entertainment:
About
The “War Sails” expansion brings new strategic depth to the vast world of Calradia, introducing naval warfare for the first time. It features a Viking-inspired faction—legendary seafarers and fierce close-quarters fighters—alongside new coastal regions to explore. Players can command fleets, engage in ship battles, board enemy vessels, and enforce blockades, reshaping warfare across both land and sea.
What long-time fans of the franchise may appreciate most in “War Sails” is how Naval systems and the Nord faction integrate into Bannerlord‘s world, reshaping trade, warfare, and diplomacy. The ability to explore by sea, conduct naval blockades, and engage in ship-based combat will influence battle strategies across all of Calradia, not just in the new territories—generals will need to adapt their tactics accordingly!
Key Features
- Naval Warfare – Ship-building, fleet management, large-scale sea battles, and boarding mechanics.
- Expanded World – New islands, coastal cities, and navigable rivers to explore and control.
- New Faction – A Viking-inspired faction with distinctive troops, skills, and equipment.
- Tactical Changes – Naval blockades and amphibious sieges add new strategic layers for open-world gameplay.
- Cinematic Campaign – Immersive campaign storyline featuring new naval faction and territories.
Watch the announcement trailer below.