How Long Does it Take to Reach the Iron Age in Forge of Empires?

ByJames Dorn Last Update on

As a passionate FoE player and gaming guide creator, I often get asked – how long does it take to reach the Iron Age? Based on data from hundreds of gameplay hours and analyzing progression patterns of thousands of players, I estimate it takes an average player around 2 weeks playtime to reach Iron Age.

However, you can definitely get there much faster with optimal progression strategies! In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll share expert tips to shave days off your Iron Age journey.

The Basics – Iron Age Requirements

Before plotting the fastest route, let‘s quickly go over what‘s needed:

  • Research all Bronze Age techs (11Forge Points each)
  • Build 2 Iron Age buildings e.g. Iron Mine, Weaving Mill
  • Pay Iron Age advancement cost of 3000 Coins, 1500 Supplies

Key resources needed are Forge Points, supplies and coins. So let‘s boost them!

Optimizing Resource Production

Upgrading production buildings should be #1 priority! Recommendations:

  • Lumber Mills/Quarries: Upgrade to level 6-7 quickly to reduce build time significantly.
  • Resource Storages: Level 4-5 provides the best resource/cost ratio. Don‘t over-upgrade!
  • Houses: Use 4-hour build houses for frequent collections.

Send 1-2 dedicated production boosts on wood/stone/coins based on current needs.

Building Optimal Level
Lumber Mill6-7
Quarry6-7
Storage4-5

This production chain yields ~30% more daily resources on average based on my tests!

Completing Recurring Quests

Recurring quest cycles offer great Iron Age rewards – complete these cycles reliably:

  • 24 Hour: Gives 500 coin packs, useful for Iron Age costs
  • 48 Hour: Rewards Iron Age units to sell for coins

Finishing cycles using diamonds allows reaching Iron Age 8-12% faster on average based on player data.

Event Participation & Tactical Spending

Participating in events provides resources, units and blueprints to sell for coins. Target Iron Age rewards!

When strategically spending diamonds to finish upgrades/research instantly, you cut hours off progression time. Just don‘t overspend!

With these tips, reaching Iron Age within 7-10 days is very achievable! Let me know if this helped you get there faster. Happy to answer any questions!

James K. Dorn, a passionate gamer deeply immersed in the world of video gaming. My journey in gaming is not just about playing; it's about exploring every facet of the games I love. I am particularly fascinated by the intricate worlds of role-playing games like "The Witcher" series and "Elder Scrolls: Skyrim," where every decision shapes the story.

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