Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings

by Ensemble Studios

1999

Real Time Strategy (RTS)Strategy

Historical · Military

Excellent

Real Time Strategy (RTS)Strategy

Historical · Military

Excellent

About

Take control of a powerful civilization. Lead them through 1000 years of the Middle Ages to riches and greatness. Will you Intimidate the world into following you by using military force? Rule the world with honor and nobility by using commerce and diplomacy? Or Underhandedly seize power through conspiracy, deception and regicide? There are many paths to power, there can only be one ruler!

Publisher: Konami, Microsoft
Engine: Genie Engine
Modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Themes: Historical, Warfare
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Age Rating: T — Teen

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DLC & Expansions

Age of Empires II: The Conquerors

Available in Bundles

Age of Empires: Collector's Edition

Age of Empires II: Gold Edition

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