The first paid DLC for Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord, named War Sails, launched after a delay. Released on 2023-11-26, the expansion introduces a Nordic faction, ship combat, and customization options.
New Features and Additions
War Sails adds several notable features to Mount & Blade 2. Players can now utilize ships in combat and experience new customization options. The expansion includes the Nord Huscarl troops, providing fresh gameplay dynamics.
- Nordic faction and ship combat introduced.
- Customization options regarded as near smithing quality.
- Includes new troops: Nord Huscarl.
Community Reactions and Pricing
Community feedback has been mixed since the release. Although the base game has 93,000 "very positive" reviews, War Sails garnered over 1,000 reviews with more tempered enthusiasm. Many players consider the DLC overpriced at $22.49 or £18.89, with a price increase set for 2023-12-10.
- Launch price: $22.49/£18.89, increases after 12-10.
- Mixed reviews citing price and modder content overlap.
- Ship customization praised; issues noted with stealth and unit behavior.
Overall, opinions vary with positive reactions focusing on ship customization and Nordic troop gameplay, while other players recommend waiting for a sale due to perceived value concerns.
