Age of Empires II (Gold Edition) Review

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(More customer reviews)Age Of Empires 2 is a masterpiece. Regardless of any complaints anyone has made about this game, there is no arguing. This one of the most fun, addictive, and satisfying games ever made.

You can play it for months. I played it for over a year, then came back and played it for another year. It's probably the most addictive game I've ever played. Not Mario, not Zelda, not the great Doom, not Quake or Half-life or Warcraft or even Grand Theft Auto has ever had me as hooked as this game. Microsoft and Ensemble Studios hit the nail on the head with AOE 2.

The sequel to Age Of Empires keeps everything that made the first one great, throws away almost everything that made it bad, and throws an amazing, revamped user interface that gives the player god-like power if used expertly.

The different civilizations are fantastic. The advantages and disadvantages of each one make the game interesting and balanced, although some civilizations are better (overall) than others. I mean, really, who doesn't love (and equally hate) the Longbowmen? The War Elephants? The Woad Raiders? The Throwing Axeman?

The units are the best part of the game. Except for the paladin and scorpion wipeout trick, the unit balance is superb. The naval battles are amazing, with fireships, ballista ships, and even ships that launch cannonballs.

There are more buildings, tons more upgrades, and a brand-new unit I like to call the x-factor: the trebuchet. This is one of the units that makes AOE 2 a true delight. As built up as a city can become, it can be destroyed in minutes with enough trebuchets.

The multiplayer aspect of this game is what solidifies AOE 2's standing as one of the best games ever made. It is surreal. I've had 12-hour multiplayer sessions many times. You just don't want to stop. It's so fun!!! It's madness!

As far as challenge goes, you'll get all you want. Just try beating the entire game on the hardest difficulty and see the headache you get. And if you get through with that, buy the expansion pack and eat your heart out.

Buy this game! Play it until you're sick of it! That probably won't happen, but even if it does, when you come back from your break you'll be twice as hooked.

Ha!!! The memories I have of this game! Man, this is the best!

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This Collection Contains 2 Great Age of EmpiresTitles Product InformationAge of Empires II Gold Edition unites the exciting game play of both MicrosoftAge of Empires II: The Age of Kings and Age of Empires II: The ConquerorsExpansion - plus additional content - for one compelling gaming experience.Also includes Bonus Maps plus Learn from the Masters with Recorded Games!Products IncludedAge of Empires II: The Age of Kings spans 1000 years from thefall of Rome through the Middle Ages in which players control the destinyof one of thirteen civilizations. Age of Empires II: The Conquerors Expansion will challenge veteransand novices to wage war on an epic scale with all-new civilizations uniqueunits and technologies and campaigns based on infamous conquerors such asAttila the Hun El Cid and Montezuma.Product FeaturesAge of Empires II: The Age of KingsThe sequel to the award-winning best-selling real-time strategy game Age of Empires. Age of Empires II spans a thousand years from the fall of Rome through the Middle Ages in which players lead one of 13 civilizations into greatness. The game keeps the epic scope of Age of Empires' game play while evolving the combat and economic features.In addition to all the features found in the original Age of Empires Age ofEmpires II enhances game play in the following areas:Combat OptionsPlayers can use garrisoning and military formations that add interestingtactical choices. Units are also smarter with new artificial intelligence (AI)options like Guard Patrol and Follow as well as multiple aggression levels.Alternatives to CombatPlayers can improve the economy of their civilization through trade anddiplomacy options. In addition to gathering resources they can trade at theirown market or use trading routes with their allies. A market-based economy givesnew options for players to buy sell and spec

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