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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition
Developer World's Edge, Forgotten Empires, CaptureAge
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is a 2019 real-time strategy video game developed by World's Edge and Forgotten Empires and published by Xbox Game Studios. It is a remaster of the 1999 game Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the original. It features significantly improved visuals, supports 4K resolution, and includes all previous expansions from the original and HD… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
337 reactions from 4 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky, Mastodon, Lemmy) · newest Oct 7, 2026 · last updated Oct 7, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
78
LovedLoved
192 positive · 53 negative
95% range 73–83%
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| Steam reviews | 192 | 53 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mastodon * | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lemmy * | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Steam's own rating
Very Positive
173,807 of 183,124 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What people are saying
Overwhelmingly positive, with praise for its timeless gameplay and remaster.
Players overwhelmingly praise Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition as a masterful remaster of a classic, calling it "the gold standard by which all other Real-Time Strategy (RTS) games are measured" and "a master class in what a remaster should be." Many highlight its enduring appeal, with one player noting it "has been my companion for most of my life" and another calling it "simply the GOAT." [3][10][13][15]
However, some players report significant issues, including a recent update that "deleted all my custom scenarios" and another that "enables voice chat by default" without warning, raising privacy concerns. Others criticize the Mac version's lack of cross-platform multiplayer, alleging that the whole mac version is cut off from the multiplayer community. [31][33][32]
Praised timeless classic · excellent remaster · deep gameplay · active support
Criticised update bugs · privacy concerns · Mac multiplayer restrictions
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Critics, per Wikipedia
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition received "generally favorable" reviews according to review aggregator Metacritic with a score of 84/100 from 32 reviews. Fellow review aggregator OpenCritic assessed that the game received "mighty" approval, being recommended by 92% of critics. Windows Central's Cale Hunt praised the improved artwork, animations and quality of life additions but criticized the AI pathfinding and pointed out a need for further balancing. Fraser Brown from PC Gamer summarized the game as "A polished, wide-ranging update that brings the classic RTS into the modern age." Some critics have argued that the game is "pay to win", pointing to the tendency for DLC civilizations…
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Reactions
60 of 337 · most liked firstIf AI is conscious, then so is Age of Empires II Here's how someone built the fundamentals of an LLM in the classic video game, breaking down the whole 'are LLMs conscious' debate Watch and subscribe here for more every week: www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlWJ...
unlabelledView post →If you think chatbots can have feelings and can be sentient, let us take you through the work of a Microsoft AI researcher who used the real time strategy game Age of Empires II to build a basic neural network using digital goats to prove that "we anthropomorphise too readily."
unlabelledView post →Age of Empires II turned 25 and so I wrote a piece about the impact it had on me, and many other historians who were inspired by the game 🏰 Thanks so much to @gregjenner.bsky.social, Agnes Arnold-Forster, and @mathewlyons.bsky.social for chatting to me www.theguardian.com/games/2024/o...
unlabelledView post →Age of Empires II was my entry point into gaming, back in the CD-ROM days, when the family computer belonged to everyone. I still have vivid memories of being five years old, sitting on my dad’s lap while he played and showed me the basics. After a while, he’d let me take over, and I remember how exciting that felt. At that age, it genuinely felt like magic. My dad’s answer to everything was knights. Build more stables, train more knights. Looking back, I probably have this game to thank for…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Background: I've got over 1,600 hours into the Definitive Edition of the game, with most of my games being team games, but also 100+ games in 1v1. I've completed all the Europe campaigns on Hard difficulty, and hope to finish the rest. Here's my sincere thoughts on the good and the bad, and what new players should know. For reference, I also love StarCraft (but I absolutely suck at StarCraft) Pros: Obviously, I wouldn't have this amount of time logged in if I didn't already love the game. I…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This is, definitively, the worst thing ever published in a video game magazine. It's a fake advertisement for a nonexistent Age of Empires II parody titled Age of Consent II: The Age of Kink. This cursed image is from the May 2000 issue of PC Accelerator.
unlabelledView post →👑 The Undisputed King of Strategy: Why Age of Empires II Will Live Forever Rating: 10/10 | Status: Masterpiece In an era of gaming defined by "Battle Passes," "Microtransactions," and games that die after 6 months, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition stands as a miracle. It is not just a video game; it is Digital Chess. It is the gold standard by which all other Real-Time Strategy (RTS) games are measured—and honestly? Nothing else comes close. Here is why this game is the greatest…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →>play against bots >get smashed >play quick play >get smashed >play ranked >get smashed >play lobbies >get smashed 10/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's been months since the developers have broken the Wine/CrossOver/Sikarugir compatibility for those on Mac with no helpful responses. Given the lack of cross-play with Mac, which my friends are PC-based, I cannot recommend this game with the non-existent support from developers, especially their willingness to be highly dismissive given they believe they've solved the Mac issue by the Mac-specific release. Warning to those on Mac, this game is not compatible with Windows/console players.…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →played this game sincce i was 6 years old, and im still pretty bad a it. but its fun.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I love this game, but I have one major complaint. Steam labels the game with "Cross-Platform Multiplayer", so I recommended it to my friend who plays on Mac (I play on PC). This label is a lie. The game does not offer native compatability across Mac & PC. Previously you could use 3rd party software called CrossOver to run the PC version on Mac, but due to a recent game update in June 2026, the game now lags and crashes when playing via CrossOver. DO NOT BUY if you are playing on a Mac.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have bought this game on Windows, Linux, Xbox, but I would have never thought I'd ever see this game available on MacOS. I don't know what happened but I'm glad it did!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →8.5/10 I think games like aoe2, wc3, sc2 will carry the rts genre for at least 5 to 10 years more, so if you are thinking to get it to get into RTS this is it. The balance is excellent, the civ variety is huge, and the gameplay still rewards skill and knowledge over gimmicks. Single player and multiplayer are both strong.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →What can I say? I bought this game in 1999... I'm 50 years old now in 2026, and it's still being patched and improved. It's divine.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have played for over 15 years and can barely beat moderate AI. I am the bottom 40% of players. If you ever thought of trying mutiplayer, you will lose, forever, to the average sweaty guy. If you enjoy suffering, misery, and losing, you will love it.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →if you, as a gamer, are buying new games in 2025 you should ask yourself why you have allowed your faith in the only game (Age of Empires II) to falter
unlabelledView post →I think my favorite game is easily Age of Empires II, and it fundamentally sparked so much of my interest in history as a young kid.
unlabelledView post →One of, if the not greatest, real time strategy games ever made. The Definitive Edition is a master class in what a remaster should be. 10/10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Random keys Uplay: Ghost Recon Phantoms starter pack + avatar. Just drop a comment and I will send you the key. Some of the keys might be used I lost track of them, and now I'm doing deep cleaning (I have more keys that's questionable state I will post those in a later post): STEAM: ~~Hello Neighbor Hide and Seek~~ ~~Psychonauts~~ ~~DLC: Age of Empires II HD Edition: The Forgotten Expansion~~ Might be used steam keys: ~~Kitaria Fables~~ ~~Serin Fate~~ ~~Stranded…
unlabelledView post →⭐ Age of Empires II — A Love Letter That Accidentally Became a Lifetime Commitment (after donating 5000 hours of my life to DOTA 2😭🎮) There are games you play, games you finish, and then there is Age of Empires II — a game you casually install “for nostalgia,” only to wake up three weeks later arguing with strangers on the internet about whether Franks or Britons have the superior late-game. Spoiler: it’s always situational, but good luck telling that to anyone.😅 What makes AoE2 one of the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →with over 1000 hours in age of empires games, i can firmly say this is the best of them, and to all the newcomers, this is the best strategy game on the market right now
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Previously sang high praises to this game, but an update deleted all my custom scenarios. I spent scores of hours editing them and poured my heart into them. Now it's all down the toilet. I will keep playing this game with my friends, but I won't bother with custom scenarios anymore if I can't be sure they won't go to waste.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Age of Empires II has been my companion for most of my life, starting in my early childhood and still going strong with the Definitive Edition I play today. It’s much more than simple entertainment; it feels like the core of my life. The quiet rhythm of gathering resources and the satisfying chime of advancing through the ages are so familiar now they’re simply muscle memory, a comforting, foundational instinct I’ve carried for decades. Every match feels like returning to an old home — the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Mastered the art of of keeping a childhood game alive and feeling new constantly with very reasonably priced DLC.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The original Age of Empires II (Age of Kings) had a nice musical score, but at the time, one of the only reliable ways to play high-quality audio was via CD audio. So the game CD's first "track" is its data, and the rest of the disc is a regular audio CD of the game's musical score.
unlabelledView post →Simply the GOAT. Inter-generational favourite RTS game. I grew up playing this game and 25 years later I am still not over it. Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is a masterpiece that brings back the classic RTS experience with stunning visual upgrades and refined gameplay. The remastered graphics, improved AI, and quality of life changes make it the best way to experience this legendary game. Whether you're a veteran returning to relive the nostalgia or a new player stepping into the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →So Feral brought Age of Empire II back to mac. It works, for solo play. However, they decided to restrict multiplayer to mac only, so the whole mac version is cut off from the multiplayer community which is the reason this 20+ year old game is still relevant today. My friends don't have macs, I'd like to play with them. Age of Empires II runs under Asahi Linux, and supports multiplayer with others quite reliably. Until Feral publishes a good explanation of why cross-platform multiplayer is…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I've been playing this game with a group of friends for years now. The dev team does an amazing job of keeping it fresh. Most of the new civs they add are well thought out, pretty balanced, and unique. This is classic RTS fun at its best. They just don't make games like this anymore - I'm so thankful that AOE2 is still alive and well, going stronger than ever.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition takes one of the greatest RTS games ever made and gives it the modern polish it deserves. The upgraded graphics, smarter AI, smoother controls, and constant balance updates make it feel fresh without losing the charm of the original. With dozens of civilizations, improved campaigns, and a thriving multiplayer scene, it delivers endless replayability. Whether you’re a veteran or a newcomer, AoE2DE stands out as one of the most refined and rewarding strategy…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Age of Empires II is widely regarded as one of the greatest real-time strategy games ever created, and even decades after its original release, it continues to set the standard for the genre. It’s a timeless classic that has not only defined RTS games but has also remained relevant thanks to its deep gameplay and strong community support. At its core, Age of Empires II offers a perfect blend of strategy, resource management, and tactical combat. Players are tasked with building civilizations…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I was initially reluctant of this version, being so used to the graphics of the original. I've always felt the graphics of AoE2 held up very well for its age. With that said, after playing some time I probably prefer the updated graphics. It's faithful to the original while also adding some welcome changes, such as a graphical indication of how depleted a gold mine is. The biggest thing for me is the new civilizations, This game has been out since 1999 and is still receiving big updates and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Best PC game ever, works very well on Linux. Today installing this on macOS, I don't even have to pay for this MacOS support! wow! Happy!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →• Game Pass Day One: Revenge of the Savage Planet • Game Pass Day One: to a T • Game Pass Day One: Spray Paint Simulator • Game Pass: DREDGE • Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on PS5
unlabelledView post →Taking my sweet time to annihilate the English in the Joan of Arc campaign in Age of Empires II. Still a phenomenal game. #GameSky #PhysicalMedia #PC #RTS #AgeOfEmpires #AoE2
unlabelledView post →This week, Len and DM joined by the current Age of Empires II world champion, Hera, to discuss the state of the game in 2026, playing esports at the top level, and the ongoing King's Gauntlet invitational streamer tournament. www.idlethumbs.net/3ma/episodes...
unlabelledView post →What can I say about this game that hasn't already been said? The best RTS on the market, a cult game that has everything, but literary everything for at least 1000 hours of fun. I hate missions that are time-limited by the way, that's way the rating is lower, besides all the DLCs are fantastic and really unique and fun, don't let the "villains" lie to you, lol I still have about 100 achievements left, because I'm obviously crazy, I want them all (evil laugh), but at least it's…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The latest update enables voice chat by default. There is no warning, and it is not push to talk. You have to go into the options to turn it off. Clearly, MS continues to have no clue what "privacy" and "respect" mean.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you are looking for a game that hates Turkic history, you've come to the right place. Not only Turks are getting mocked how the reason why they could establish such empires or kingdoms is because they got lucky instead of being competent or strong but also in other campaigns Turks are seen as the villian of the whole story. I've sent a couple of complaints on the webpage regarding this issue. I mean what would you expect from biggots who think Huns are not Turkic aswell.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Lack of controller support. This is not an issue for most people, but they added it for Xbox and it works flawlessly. The console version is cross-platform with the PC version as well. Yet, somehow, no controller support here. The only thing I can do is complain and hope they listen. So... here I am: please add controller support.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I’ve been playing Age of Empires since the late ’90s—back when a dial-up connection was part of the experience—and it’s been a constant source of enjoyment ever since. I still remember jumping onto the MSN Gaming Zone, sitting in the lobbies chatting with other players, waiting for games to fill up. There was something simple but great about that—just talking strategy, meeting people, and getting into matches with whoever was around. It’s been amazing to see Age of Empires II: Definitive…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →After 500 hours I can confidently say this is a really good remake/remaster buzzword slop of the original Age of Empires 2. Having played the 2013 version extensively, changes to the game have been mostly for the betterment of the experience and not changing for changing's sake: "If it works, then don't fix it." The balance and feel of some units have changed but the spirit, although compromised by recent DLC which drag the game down into something which is much more mobile app nonsense the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →its agame that will surpass the longevity of any other game ...... maybe not runescape but close
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game does not work since the last big patch, devs have not solved it after 2 months, will change this review if they ever fix the game.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →There is no doubt that this is the best AOE series, a game that has been around for quite a while, but many people still play it, even the newest series is still inferior to AOE 2. This is a masterpiece
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Playing the Age of Empires II soundtrack while doing chores because: a) I am a terrible nerd. b) I need to be assigned tasks like a villager in the game otherwise I remain idle.
unlabelledView post →Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Coming to PS5. ow.ly/574X50UTtIn All game updates from March 4th onwards will go to all platforms simultaneously – Steam, Windows Store, Xbox and PlayStation 5 – and players will be able to play together.
unlabelledView post →The best strategic gameplay i have ever come across.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Microsoft patches bug in video game Age of Empires II.
unlabelledView post →NEW: A security vulnerability in the remastered version of the classic 25-year-old war strategy game Age of Empires II allowed hackers to take over victims' computers with just a malicious game invite. techcrunch.com/2026/07/15/m...
unlabelledView post →I’ve been playing AoE2 since the original game released back in 1999. It’s honestly kind of crazy how well this game has held up over the years. The Definitive Edition is exactly what I wanted from a modern remake. It keeps that classic AoE2 feel intact while adding modern graphics, quality of life improvements, new content, active support, and overall just making the game smoother to play. A lot of older games lose what made them special when they get remade, but this one didn’t. It still…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →15 separate DLC packs. It would cost nearly $300 to buy them all. There are reviews from complete f*ckwits saying this is a good thing. Pro players who stream this game are all gutless boot lickers who seem to think a new DLC pack every week is a good thing. All the major gaming companies are being run by price gouging parasites and they know most people are stupid enough to fall for it 15 times in a row and counting
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Came back to it in full force, after about 20 years; happy to see it alive and well supported. decided to learn and integrate a few hotkeys in my gameplay, and now i am rediscovering the game for a second time (~1000 online matches in) . For other older players thinking to come back too, especially for the online experience, some new DLC civs might seem controversial, but there are plenty of options, both new and OG, the classics are still there, and decently balanced. The game (DE…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game won't even launch after the latest 177723 patch, it's been more than 24 hours with no fix please do something devs
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game now takes control of my mic, which turns off audio from other apps. I can downgrade the Bluetooth codec, but at that point I'm sacrificing sound quality. First MCC did it, now this. It feels like Microsoft just wants to sell as much of your personal information as possible, and it doesn't care how much it enshittifies their product in the process
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →GAME #15: name a video game you like, that you have spent a huge amount of time playing. ⏰ ALSO, answers must go alphabetical A-Z (so read the bottom comment, then chose a game that starts with the next letter). I'll go first. A: Age of Empires II 😊 #gamingsky #question #promosky #gqotd
unlabelledView post →GAMEDEVS RESHARE: Share 1 image of a game that gave inspiration for your current project. HABLET FOR #PLAYDATE vibes were inspired by the ambient wind sound in Age of Empires II 1000% *psshhhhhhaaaaahhh* #indiegame #indiedev #gamedev
unlabelledView post →Caught myself wondering what barely-teenage Robin who just had gotten his hands on this new and wonderful game called Age of Empires II would have said if he knew that a quarter of a century on he'd be playing the latest DLC to it (and scoring something called 'Steam Achievements' in the process)? 😃
unlabelledView post →I remember playing Age Of Empires 2 on a old computer the original version. This is the Definitive Edition which means it brings enhancements and its been upgraded for modern hardware and software operating systems. This the beloved Ages Of Empires 2 but better with additional DLC and DLC never before seen. I recommend this edition of the very beloved video game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Hesitant to give this a negative review, not because AoE II is a bad game or any glaring flaw, to the contrary, its one of the best RTS games of all time and this iteration on a technical level is flawless. Rather, Microsoft seems to add so much bloat in the newer DLCs to elaborate on existing motifs its now losing its identity. It started with the Dynasties of India DLC which had the Indian civilization split up. This was followed by The Three Kingdoms DLC which added the semi-mythical…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Post an image from a game you played as a teenager Age of Empires II my goat... ✨ One of these days I'll finish all the DLCs...
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