About This Item
- Details
- Genre: Real Time Strategy
- Key Specs
- Edition: Definitive Edition
- ESRB Rating: T (Teen 13+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood, Mild violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- ESRB Interactive Elements: Users Interact (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatible Platform(s): Windows
- Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
- General
- Brand: Microsoft
- Model Number: 2WU-00009
- Product Name: Age of Empires
- Publisher: Microsoft
- Developer: Forgotten Empires
- Game Details
- Edition: Definitive Edition
- Genre: Real Time Strategy
- Game Franchise: Age of Empires
- Game Series: I
- Multiplayer: true
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ESRB Rating: T (Teen 13+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood, Mild violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- ESRB Interactive Elements: Users Interact (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): Windows
- Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
- Requirements
- Video Game Content Included: Full game
- Software Client Required for Use: Microsoft Store (The software, application, website, or authentication needed to use or play the software. The user may be required to download additional software or login to a service to use the software.)
- Other
- UPC: 400060203005
Age of Empires is back and better than ever with the definitive edition for Windows 10 PCs¹. With modernized gameplay, all-new visuals, and a host of new features, Age of Empires: Definitive Edition is the complete RTS package. Engage in over 40 hours of updated campaign content with all new pacing, jump online in up to 8-player battles with competitive features and modes, experience 4K² HD visuals with overhauled animations, get creative with the scenario builder and share your creations with easy mod support. There’s never been a better time to jump in to Age of Empires. Welcome back to history.
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- Experience an epic game of empire-building and conquest: Featuring over 40 hours of updated campaign content and new narration and pacing
- Relive history with remastered graphics and sound: Experience 4K² visuals and a new orchestral soundtrack
- Build your empire and prepare for battle: Play online with up to 8 friends (or foes!), complete with new competitive features and modes
- Play your way: Build your own scenarios and share your creations with easy mod support
Whats Included
- Age of Empires: Definitive Edition
Q: What is the genre of this game?
A: This game falls under the Real Time Strategy genre.
Q: Can I create my own scenarios in the game?
A: Yes, you can build your own scenarios and share them using the easy mod support.
Q: How many players can play this game online?
A: You can play online with up to 8 players.
Q: Does this game have multiplayer capabilities?
A: Yes, Age of Empires: Definitive Edition offers multiplayer functionality.
Q: What is included with the Age of Empires: Definitive Edition?
A: It includes over 40 hours of updated campaign content, new narration and pacing, and the ability to play online with up to 8 players.
A: Below is a screenshot from Microsoft for the minimum system requirements for the game.
Q: Is the multiplayer local LAN or is it cloud based?
A: local LAN
Q: Can I play this game without internet?
A: Of course you can. You can choose your difficulty level to play against the computer to sharpen your skills.
Age of Empires Definitive Edition - Windows [Digital]
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Customers love the updated graphics in Age of Empires, frequently praising their quality and improvements in the newest version. However, some players express disappointment with changes to the gameplay, particularly citing a reduction in offline options and the removal of certain features. The updated game is considered by some to be less enjoyable than its predecessors.
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