Age of Empires II (Retired): Classic Medieval Strategy RTS

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Release date: 4/9/2013

Tags: #strategy #rts #medieval #multiplayer #classic #historical #base-building #city-builder

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$19.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Relive the classic Age of Empires II experience with its original campaigns and 18 civilizations. This RTS title, originally by Ensemble Studios and re-imagined by Hidden Path, Skybox Labs, and Forgotten Empires, offers

Who this is for

For those seeking a foundational RTS experience, Age of Empires II (Retired) is a must-play. Dive into historical strategy with its original campaigns and diverse civilizations, and test your mettle in engaging online multiplayer battles.

Details

Overview

Age of Empires II (Retired) offers a classic real-time strategy experience, transporting players back to a beloved era of historical warfare and empire building. While this edition is no longer updated, it faithfully preserves the core gameplay that made the original a legend. Players can dive into the original single-player campaigns from Age of Kings and The Conquerors expansion, commanding one of 18 distinct civilizations across a millennium of history. The game also features robust multiplayer options, allowing players to test their strategic prowess against others online in a bid for global dominance.

Highlights

Classic RTS Gameplay: Experience the foundational real-time strategy mechanics that defined a generation of historical combat games.
Extensive Civilizations & Campaigns: Lead 18 unique civilizations and relive the original single-player campaigns from Age of Kings and The Conquerors.
Multiplayer Focus: Engage in strategic battles online against other players, striving for world domination across historical eras.

Who It's For

This edition is perfect for long-time fans of Age of Empires II seeking to revisit the original experience, as well as new players curious about the roots of the classic RTS genre. It appeals to those who enjoy historical settings, base building, and competitive multiplayer strategy.

Game Info

Originally developed by Ensemble Studios and later re-imagined by Hidden Path Entertainment, Skybox Labs, and Forgotten Empires, Age of Empires II (Retired) was released on April 9, 2013. It supports single-player and multiplayer modes and is available in multiple languages, including English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese. The game is rated for all ages and features Steam Achievements and Trading Cards.