The saga of empires reaches new heights in 2026, as Red Bull Wololo: Londinium sets the stage for the next chapter in Age of Empires competitive history. From epic castle sieges in Heidelberg and Córdoba to unforgettable clashes across the Age of Empires series, Red Bull Wololo has cemented itself as one of the most iconic competitive events in RTS history.
Date
Stage
Location
1.04.2026 - 3.04.2026
Group
4.04.2026 - 5.04.2026
6.04.2026
Now, for its eighth edition, the gauntlet is thrown in London, where Red Bull Wololo returns, giving competitors the ultimate chance to claim their place in Age of Empires legacy. Red Bull Wololo will march into London in 2026 ready to transform some of the city’s most infamous landmarks into arenas of strategy and conquest, drawing champions and challengers from across the globe.
Across six days, from April 1st-6th 2026, the greatest warriors of Age of Empires will battle for glory across two Age of Empires titles, each offering a chance to prove their skill and claim victory:
- Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
- Age of Empires IV
In the Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition event, aspiring conquerors can earn their place through the official Red Bull Wololo: Londinium Ladder, where players from around the world will compete for a slot in the main event. The top four contenders will advance to the main event, with the Last Chance Qualifier offering a final chance for another four ambitious players to secure a coveted spot at the main event.
In the Age of Empires IV event, competitors will face off in two open qualifiers, with the victors advancing to a decisive main qualifier. Those who prevail there will earn their place at the main event, where the ultimate battle for glory awaits.
With group stages at the Red Bull Gaming Sphere, playoffs at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square and a breathtaking live-orchestrated Grand Final at the Royal Albert Hall, Red Bull Wololo: Londinium will set a new standard for esports spectacle.
History is written by the victors and the call of the Wololo echoes once more. Who will rise to claim the crown?
Tickets for the playoffs will be available starting 03.12.25 and Grand Final at the Royal Albert Hall from 03.12.25
Catch the main event live on the Red Bull Gaming YouTube and Twitch channels.