Age of Empires II (Retired)

What Can i say, its a classic. literally.

Perfectly nostalgic! Seamless game play with unending options for different strategies

good old age of empires game. fun to revisit the older games after all these years.

Amazing game to play solo or with friends. 10/10 classic

A games that's over 25 years old still played today with a fantastic array of different races with abilities. Great campaigns still got a few to finish but wow lots of replyability.

Timeless classic, easy gameplay. Addictive, what's not to like?

I like definitive edition better, but this is a great throwback and true to the original game.

This game is a childhood classic and I have played it for many, many years. It has many difficulty levels so you can continue to play even when you become very skilled.

There has yet to be an multiplayer RTS to match this game. which is why we still scramble to play 25 years and going. it is the greatest game ever made.

the greatest game of all time gets an update with dozens of new civs and campaigns

just a classic in gaming history. lots of fond memories especially being one of the first pc games ive ever played.

If this isn't the greatest RTS game ever made, then I genuinely don’t know what is.

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition has not only stood the test of time—it defined what a real-time strategy game should be. For decades now, it's been the gold standard, setting the example for developers and consistently delivering a perfect blend of strategic depth, historical immersion, and addictive gameplay.

With the Definitive Edition, it’s been revitalized with stunning visuals, improved AI, quality-of-life upgrades, and a thriving multiplayer scene, all while staying true to what made it a classic in the first place. Whether you're a veteran commander or a curious newcomer, AoE II: DE proves time and time again why it's still the king of the genre.

A true masterpiece—refined by time, yet never dethroned.
Still relevant even in 2025.

AoE is, and always has been an excellent game.

Have played this game endless hours from when it first came out. Great its on steam now, a true classic.

classic old-school game, also good in multi player, although I haven´t tried it online as I am not sure how it goes with slow connection.

The classic Age of Empires II

I don't play much RTS these days, but in terms of rts it is one of the classics out there. A solid banger. Not much to say. If you've never played this game and you liked the concept of rts games, just grab this and play it

It just remains simple fun with an easy interface!

Used to play as a kid back in 07. Always loved this game.

10/10

I've played this game since it first came out. I still get hours and hours of fun from it. I like this version of the game better than all the rest of the versions. if you like micro-managing strategy games I'd recommend playing it. Go through one tutorial game and you'll know the basics.

A classic from my childhood, the nostalgia is real.
Still holds up pretty well as an RTS though.

So, its 2013 and i played this game, it was ok
now i have many more hours on other systems and accounts.
its still ok
7/10

get the newer enhanced edition, if i play on steam again i already have new edition...looking forward to an easy game to learn, but hard to master, this is for you

AoE II is still just as good as it was 20 years ago, only now it has 294 Steam achievements! I think there will always be a special place in my heart reserved for this series. It's honestly still such a quality game and still worth the buy.

the best strategy game ever! if you like a fast paced strategy game , you will never get bored of this! have been playing this game from 2000 and still never bores me!

Peak strategy game and best AOE game I have played. Pixel-y graphics definitely the better experience.

Fond memories of playing the demo on my dad's old computer with him. Now we play multiplayer on Steam!

great game very immersive I highly reccomend it

Genre defining RTS fell in love with it way back in the day from the pc gamer mag demo. If you havnt played this get ready for a lifelong classic

This is the game of my CHILDHOOD. I grew up without a console and just had a really bad laptop, one of those super bulky BRICKS of a computer. I was able to play this game and I did so much on it I just had to get this game again when I saw it.

Age of Empires II is my favorite strategy game of all time, hands down! As a kid, I loved the original AoE set in ancient times. But the sequel, set in Medieval and Renaissance times, just blew my mind! As far as strategy games, this is the one I spent the most hours on. So when I saw this on Steam, I just had to have it. I still love playing the game! The graphics and maps are beautiful! You get the play as a wide range of civilizations with incredible buildings and units! The flaws of the original AoE have been ironed out, and the challenge is mostly fun! Building up towns, gathering resources, researching technologies, building armies and navies, building fortifications and wonders, collecting relics, and standing up to enemy armies is so fun and addicting, you'll be seeing this game in your dreams! Not only are the random map game possibilities endless, but you can also make your own maps, compete in multiplayer mode, read a little history, and even play a part in history yourself! The campaigns follow great figures of the past like William Wallace, Joan of Arc, Attila the Hun, Montezuma, Vlad Dracula, and many more! The HD version is true to the original graphics, except for the fire, and with all the expansions included, you can play as peoples of Western Europe, Eastern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Middle East, the Steppes, the Far East, and now you can also delve into the Americas, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Africa! So if you're 10 or older, I highly recommend this game! With AoE II, you'll be feeling like a king in no time!

its always been a great game, simple yet enjoyable lots of fun

Amazing game. I moved to the definitive edition

classic game for classic gamers buy this for all the custom content on the steam workshop and all tyhe hours of fun withold school gaming. otherwise be prepareed to crash out alot

I have played this since i was a kid. I'm almost 30 now and have just regained the use of a laptop. The first thing i did when it was set up was download steam and get my AoE back on. It just isnt the same playing on an xbox!

Of course, AoE2 is one of the greatest games of all time. And when I bought it on Steam, it was as good as the original. But at some point along the way, Microsoft decided to spitefully remove offline LAN play. Now they've "retired" this version, the last vestige of the game I actually bought, which means I'm left with less game than I originally had. They don't deserve the "overwhelmingly positive" reviews any more.

Great classic game, best of the late 90s and early 2000's

best version of the game from the entire AOE saga with a faithful community of active players (takes some patience until you find the time slots when most players are online but worth the while). Absolutely recommend!

Still one of my most favourite games, especially the multiplayer.

It is retired and won't be updated any more. Oh and $19.99USD

go get the Definite Edition. This is dead.

Love this game,exactly the way i remember it growing up

As a lifelong fan of Age of Empires II, the Definitive Edition is a breath of fresh air that has rekindled the flame of my love for this game. The HD graphics are a nice touch, though they don't revolutionize the experience – it's the gameplay that remains the star of the show. The ability to field larger armies and the new map sizes add a layer of depth that I never thought I needed, but now can't live without. The AI is a welcome challenge, ensuring that even after all these years, I'm still learning and adapting my strategies.

The multiplayer, while not without its lag issues, is still as engaging as ever, and the loss of LAN play is a slight bump in an otherwise smooth road. The game's music and the iconic ""Wololo"" chant continue to evoke a sense of nostalgia that is hard to find in modern games. Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition isn't just a trip down memory lane; it's a testament to the timeless appeal of real-time strategy done right. Whether you're a newcomer or a returning player, this game offers endless hours of entertainment and is well worth the investment. Here's to another 20 years of Age of Empires!

Best strategy game ever. Worth the hours, worth the play. You grow as a person when you play this game.

its vary fun so i hope this game gets more popular in the next couple of years

Game zaman bocil sampai sekarang umur 25++ masih sering saya maenin, emang the best lah

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☑ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ Audience }---
☐ Kids
☑ Teens
☑ Adults
☐ Grandma

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☑ Potato
☐ Decent
☐ Fast
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☑ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☐ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Story }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☑ Good
☐ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☐ Average
☑ Long
☐ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☑ Never heard of
☐ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

---{ 8 / 10 }---

Great strategy game. Makes you think and plan,

it's just coolest strategy game. I've been a fan for years.

A real time strategy classic! Still very playable.

Age of Empires more like age of consent.

This was just a funny little joke, the game is many fun

Does not (currently) work on newer PCs (Win 10, 11). I've tried a great many fixes that have worked for others before, but it seems that recent windows updates have broken this beyond user repair, sadly.

Great old school game, can spend hours playing. Every civilisation has unique characters, so be sure to try different ones until you find your fav. Great for people who enjoy strategic war games, I love that you need to get resources and research to upgrade as you go. Had a few bugs today though, yesterday played for hours with no trouble. ;(

Fantastic strategy game. There's a reason it's such a classic and still remains strong today.