TaleWorlds Entertainment recently shared via official channels that their planned naval expansion for Mount and Blade 2: Bannerlord won’t meet its original June deadline. The War Sails add-on, initially scheduled for mid-June, has been rescheduled for early autumn 2025. This postponement announcement drew largely supportive reactions from the community despite the setback. Though revealed through a cinematic preview in spring, actual gameplay demonstrations of the seafaring combat system remain unseen.

Naval Expansion Postponement for Bannerlord

First unveiled during March’s Future Games Showcase, War Sails introduces the Nordic faction and maritime warfare elements, featuring vessel collisions and ranged naval engagements. This marks the first major content addition since the base game’s 2022 debut. Players remain intrigued about how ship-based conflicts will integrate with the series’ signature blend of strategic oversight and hands-on battlefield participation.

Developers clarified their decision through official communications: “This extension became necessary to meet our quality standards… The additional development period will result in a more refined final product.” Although shifted from summer to autumn, the revised timeline suggests a potential September release. The studio committed to sharing progress updates, exclusive previews, and new material throughout the remaining development phase.

Community forums and social platforms reflected widespread approval for the delay. A Steam comment read: “Take all the time you need,” while Reddit users echoed sentiments like “Quality over speed” and “No rush – I’ve got other games to play meanwhile.” Similar supportive messages appeared across Twitter, with one fan quipping, “Good timing – my library needs attention anyway.”

While delays often frustrate fans, this situation demonstrates remarkable community goodwill. With major gaming events approaching, more War Sails reveals could surface soon – potentially including inaugural gameplay footage. As development continues, enthusiasts await further updates from the TaleWorlds team.