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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 20th anniversary of one of the most popular strategy games ever with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, a new and fully remastered soundtrack, and brand-new content, “The Last Khans” with 3 new campaigns and 4 new civilizations.

Released: 14 November 2019
Developer: World's Edge
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios
Engine: Genie Engine
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Age rating: PEGI 12 · ESRB T
Metacritic: 84/100
Steam recommendations: 158,029
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S · PC (Microsoft Windows) · PlayStation 5 · Mac · Xbox One
Genres: Shooter · Real Time Strategy (RTS) · Strategy
Also known as: AOE 2 Definitive Edition · AOE2:DE · Age of Empires II: Edição Definitiva · Age of Empires II: édition définitive · AoE2 4K · Phoenix
Estimated owners: 2,000,000–5,000,000 (est.)

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Player rating: 78
Critic rating: 194
Ratings counted: 94.9%
Steam reviews: 357
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System requirements 4 GB RAM Download size 15.0 GB Steam Deck Playable Player counts 26,275

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

The story

Campaigns Tamerlane (Tatars): In the 14th century, while lesser men tear apart the decaying remains of the Mongol Empire, Tamerlane sees entropy as opportunity. A brilliant, charismatic tactician bred on the rugged steppes of Transoxiana, can he restore the splendor of the fractured state—even if he must slaughter half of its inhabitants in the process? Ivaylo (Bulgarians): During the Mongol invasions, a pig farmer leads a militia defending the Bulgarian villages. But when his victories attract the attention of the Tsar and his nobles, he is forced to lead a mass uprising. Can a man of such humble origins defy the established order and give his people freedom? Kotyan Khan (Cumans): For centuries, the Cumans throve on the vast plains of Eurasia. Now, a new threat comes from the East – Mongols, ruthless beyond imagination and seemingly invincible. Kotyan, the khan of a small clan, must unite the Cumans to resist the invaders. Will he save his people, even if it means abandoning their ancestral lands and ancient ways? Pachacuti (Incas): Countless tribes vie for supremacy in the steep mountain valleys and dense jungles of South America. But which will prevail and earn the favor of the gods? As treachery and discord gnaw at the young empire of the Inca, the destiny of an entire people lies in the hands of a single man The Art of War (Challenge Scenarios): Uncover the strategic wisdom of Sun Tzu and practice your Age of Empires II skills in a series of short challenges. In each challenge, you will strive to earn a medal and prove your worth to your friends and enemies.

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