Age Of Empires for Windows



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  • Age of Empires is an epic real-time strategy game spanning 10,000 years, in which players are the guiding spirit in the evolution of small stone age tribes. Starting with minimal resources, players are challenged to build their tribes into great civilizations. Gamers can choose from one of several ways to win the game, including: world domination by conquering enemy civilizations, exploration of the known world and economic victory through the accumulation of wealth....
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Reviews for Age Of Empires for Windows

posted by bladerade , October 11, 2008
  • PROS
  • -a classic -grabs your attention easily -I can't explain it, just very fun!
  • CONS
  • -poor graphics -time consuming -villagers are...(for lack of a better word) stupid.
  • The Bottom Line
  • A great classic that should be given the chance it deserves.
  • Review
  • I remember playing this game with my cousin when I was really too young to understand the mechanics...
posted by krial , March 05, 2004
  • PROS
  • Polished graphics and sound, great replay value, very fun.
  • CONS
  • AI could use a little work.
  • The Bottom Line
  • With such a high amount of replay value and such wonderfully polished graphics and sound, everyone should own this game.
  • Review
  • Introduction In Microsoft's Age of Empires (developed by Ensamble Studios), you are charged with the...
posted by ram_cv , September 28, 2003
  • PROS
  • Excellent graphics, great eye for detail, good plots and great visualization.
  • CONS
  • one to glitches like resources getting stuck here and there.
  • The Bottom Line
  • I would recommend this game to any one who loves strategy games. Ensemble studios have a winner here. Excellent graphics and excellent plot and a great game allover.
  • Review
  • Introduction To begin with, I would like to confess that I am not a very gaming personality. I play...
posted by nutmeg217 , July 03, 2003
  • PROS
  • Have fun playing single player and multiplayer as you become Caesar.
  • CONS
  • None
  • The Bottom Line
  • This game is a great prequel to Age of Empires II but unique and very challenging, offering single player and multiplayer fun.
  • Review
  • Have you played Age of Empires II, or perhaps even Age of Mythology? Than you know fun it is to con...
posted by treetops382 , January 25, 2003
  • PROS
  • there is an expansion pack and a sequel
  • CONS
  • internet gameplay is tricky and slow
  • The Bottom Line
  • It is the greatest strategy game I've ever played it combines all the essential factors for success
  • Review
  • since christmas 2001 I have been blessed with endless hours of enjoyment after receiving what I can...
posted by JMarran , December 25, 2002
  • PROS
  • Exciting, realistic, and very satisfying (if war is your thing)
  • CONS
  • Population limits
  • The Bottom Line
  • Great game series...very enjoyable for a $10 game...best played with a pal.
  • Review
  • Being a technician for a living, I am surrounded by PCs and PC-based telephone systems every day, wh...
posted by ilovemeg , October 20, 2002
  • PROS
  • Very good well made game, ALso Very fun on Multi-player
  • CONS
  • some times laggy on Multi but thats about it
  • The Bottom Line
  • I think that this is a very good Start game and I hope you Enjoy it(Also look for AOE 2) ;)
  • Review
  • :::The Game::: Single player.. You are a Civilization out to conqu...
posted by daddypop , May 28, 2002
  • PROS
  • It is fun and violent
  • CONS
  • It gets repetitive
  • The Bottom Line
  • It is fun and i recommend it to people who like violent games.
  • Review
  • In Age of Empires you are the leader of an army in the ancient times like the late B.C. and e...
posted by robpolsky , March 13, 2002
  • PROS
  • More Great Battles, New Battle Fields, New units, more pros than I can list here.
  • CONS
  • Few, They certainly do not outweigh the pros - Habit forming
  • The Bottom Line
  • Buy it. Play it. Warning: This game may be habit forming. Do not play close to diner or bed time. Its hard to stop playing. Bound to ba a classic.
  • Review
  • Worthy of having won the Wargamer Award of Excellence and being named Best Strategy Game of the Year...
posted by b_r_i_a_n , January 15, 2002
  • PROS
  • Great gameplay,excellent multiplayer,many different players to be
  • CONS
  • no the greatest graphics, sometimes slow
  • The Bottom Line
  • A very entertaining game full of twists and turns and just a great game to play.
  • Review
  • Age of Empires This game is about the ancient tribes of the world. You can play as many d...
posted by cawthon777 , September 27, 2001
  • PROS
  • great graphics, addictive game, very fun
  • CONS
  • takes a while to play and even longer to win
  • The Bottom Line
  • A great game that takes a little while to learn but can provide hours of fun.
  • Review
  • For my 17th birthday I received a brand new Micron computer fully equipped with CDs too numerous t...
posted by razor2418 , September 11, 2001
  • PROS
  • Addictive, different ways to win, extra challenges
  • CONS
  • population limits and a little to addictive...
  • The Bottom Line
  • This game is a true classic, that must be played by everyone.
  • Review
  • This game is the best strategy game I have ever played. There is something about invading a village...
posted by blackstar12 , August 26, 2001
  • PROS
  • Fast-Paced Games, Different from other RTS Games
  • CONS
  • Poor Graphics, Many Civs - All the Same, Hard to Master
  • The Bottom Line
  • Get Age of Empires 2: Age of Kings, Unless you are a penny-pinching miser :P
  • Review
  • Age of Empires was the first computer game that I ever played, and I loved it. Most of my middle sc...
posted by asamanh , July 15, 2001
  • PROS
  • playability, graphics, educational, fun
  • CONS
  • population limit at 50, gets old
  • The Bottom Line
  • This game is good for begginers but once your master it try "Age of Kings".
  • Review
  • Wanna rule an empire? Than this is the game for you. The Age of Kings and Age of Conquerers is a b...
posted by mcheesecake , July 11, 2001
  • PROS
  • Great Graphics and Really fun gameplay, Awesome cheats
  • CONS
  • None that I can think of
  • The Bottom Line
  • This game is a hit because of the countless missions that take weeks, months, maybe even years to complete all of.
  • Review
  • Age of Empires: The Rise of Rome is one of the best games I have on my computer. The goal of the gam...
posted by chrisconn1 , July 04, 2001
  • PROS
  • Addictive; Multiplayer
  • CONS
  • Dated graphics; population limits
  • The Bottom Line
  • AOE is addictive, has a good variety of gameplay, and works on almost any PC with Windows 95 or higher. It is a great buy for strategy game fans.
  • Review
  • I got this game last Christmas and, despite its age, I cannot stop playing it. The game is a true c...
posted by mantralord , June 22, 2001
  • PROS
  • Good graphics, extremely addicting!
  • CONS
  • AI is somewhat limited.
  • The Bottom Line
  • Most addicting strategy game made by Microsoft (probably MORE addicting that Age of Empires 2)!
  • Review
  • Ever since I purchased Microsoft Age of Empires, I cant stop playing it. Its one of the classics of...
posted by xtreme3hardys , June 17, 2001
  • PROS
  • Its microsoft.
  • CONS
  • Its microsoft!
  • The Bottom Line
  • You will be bored of this game in 10 hours of play, read my opinion for more details.
  • Review
  • THis is a great game if you want to just play with your friends, but if you want to have some real s...
posted by gaianeoilis , June 07, 2001
  • PROS
  • Gameplay
  • CONS
  • Sound and Graphics
  • The Bottom Line
  • Absolutely enthralling, entirely captivating, graphics that look like something out of SNES, sound that could be captured by Game Boy
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is the creation of Microsoft. Although some of you might balk at this statement, this...
posted by gaianeoilis , June 07, 2001
  • PROS
  • Hours of gameplay.
  • CONS
  • Graphics and sound.
  • The Bottom Line
  • Thoroughly fascinating, absolutely captivating, rave, rave, rave! Never mind the flaws.
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is the creation of Microsoft. Although some of you might balk at this statement,...
posted by mattefuller , May 10, 2001
  • PROS
  • GRRRRRRRRREAT Game
  • CONS
  • none
  • The Bottom Line
  • Great Game
  • Review
  • Campaigns There are four campaigns; Ascent of Egyptian Learning Campaign, Glory of Greec...
posted by elementx999 , May 02, 2001
  • PROS
  • Fun gameplay, Great replay factor, everything else
  • CONS
  • Too addictive
  • The Bottom Line
  • A great game, with a great sound track, and AMAZING game play.
  • Review
  • This is a great game, its as simple as that. Im gonna list out all the good features of it by paragr...
posted by selden , May 01, 2001
  • PROS
  • Improved maps, game play, civilizations and scenarios
  • CONS
  • none
  • The Bottom Line
  • If you like ancient history and want to pretend you're some big-shot from times past, then this game was designed with you in mind.
  • Review
  • Recently receiving Age of Empires: The Rise of Rome expansion disc was a welcome surprise. H...
posted by tmc2000 , April 16, 2001
  • PROS
  • Good Graphics; A Bit Realistic; Fun
  • CONS
  • All The AOE Expansions and AOE 2 Surpass This Game
  • The Bottom Line
  • It's a great game that is worth getting, but its sequals and expansions surpass it a lot.
  • Review
  • What Is It: AOE (Age Of Empires) is 3D windows, war/strategy game. You can do a scenario,...
posted by bunietis , April 03, 2001
  • PROS
  • Many scenarios to play a lot of strategy
  • CONS
  • not enough teams unless you get an expansion.
  • The Bottom Line
  • This game is awesome!!!!!
  • Review
  • I believe this game is definitely worth your money. It has to do with the ages of the Roman empire...
posted by bullakaox , March 31, 2001
  • PROS
  • A few new graphics.
  • CONS
  • A WASTE OF SPACE!!
  • The Bottom Line
  • If you have been a bad boy or girl santa might bring you this!
  • Review
  • I suggest you buy the first Age of Empires and stick with that this one isn't worth the time, the...
posted by janetaba , March 22, 2001
  • PROS
  • Mini history lesson after each scenario and great graphics.
  • CONS
  • Takes patience to complete a scenario. Some children may get bored.
  • The Bottom Line
  • It was well worth the money we spent! Everyone in the family enjoyed it and the span is from 6 to 40.
  • Review
  • I bought this a year or so ago. We played it tirelessly for the first few months, then it was put a...
posted by schackec , March 21, 2001
  • PROS
  • Excellent graphics, variety of different units and civilizations, and different and unique scenarios.
  • CONS
  • Games can last a very long time. Large groups of units are hard to control.
  • The Bottom Line
  • I would recommend Age of Empires due to the graphics and interesting scenarios that it offers, but be forewarned that it requires alot of time and will become monotonous.
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is a game that has superb graphics and provides hours of enjoyment with the many diff...
posted by motzaball , March 20, 2001
  • PROS
  • Great game to play while in a history course in school, comes straight from course!
  • CONS
  • There is nothing wrong with this game!
  • The Bottom Line
  • This game is quite realistic and is a great game to play while in a World or Ancient History course in school! The levels come straight from the book!
  • Review
  • While I was in high school I struggled through World History because of my boring teacher, which I a...
posted by ktkadoo , March 01, 2001
  • PROS
  • Good Graphics, fast and easy to learn, difficult to master
  • CONS
  • Can take a while and get frustrating if you lose
  • The Bottom Line
  • Age of Empires is the best War/Civilization game I ever played. I would recommend it to anyone.
  • Review
  • If you like simulation games and fighting, this is the game for you. Age of Empires combines civili...
posted by FrogBubba , February 28, 2001
  • PROS
  • Includes real historic events, very interesting and fun, and all new weapons and technologies.
  • CONS
  • Higher levels are very challenging.
  • The Bottom Line
  • This is a great game and I would definatly recommend it. It has action and strategy.
  • Review
  • As the sequal to Age of Empires, The Rise of Rome, can be informative and fun. You can choose betwee...
posted by selden , February 10, 2001
  • PROS
  • Outstanding historically based, role-playing game
  • CONS
  • none
  • The Bottom Line
  • There are few games on the market that are equal to Age Of Empires . The best game I've played.
  • Review
  • No subtle hints from me that's for sure. I must have said one hundred times or more in the weeks le...
posted by Shampoo-Girl , January 18, 2001
  • PROS
  • Extremely addictive. I just can't stop playing it!
  • CONS
  • Population limit.
  • The Bottom Line
  • If you thought this game was cool, try the sequel!
  • Review
  • I just cant stop playing this game. Am I addicted? Possibly. Microsofts AOE happens to be one of t...
posted by littlesybil , January 08, 2001
  • PROS
  • Lots of units, technologies, ect, great gameplay
  • CONS
  • Repetitive music, some very difficult levels
  • Review
  • When I first tried this game I was completely overwhelmed and all my men died within a few minutes....
posted by stephjen , January 01, 2001
  • PROS
  • entertaining, multiplayer
  • CONS
  • lack of interesting dialogue
  • Review
  • I have been playing this game for six months and I am not bored yet. There are so many different wa...
posted by DarkSg911 , December 02, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great concept, lots of fun
  • CONS
  • May take you a bit to get an understanding of the game and its features; but after that your good to go.
  • Review
  • Well I has prevously purchased this game because i had seen an article on it in a computer magazine....
posted by DrewN , December 01, 2000
  • PROS
  • Multiplayer, Campains, Death Match
  • CONS
  • graphics
  • Review
  • Well, I must say that this was a game that when I bought it, I spent a whole lot of time playing it....
posted by zeebo17 , November 28, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great Value
  • CONS
  • Most people already have AOE 2 (which is the bulk of the price)
  • Review
  • At $69.95, this collection is one of the best that I've ever seen. Age of Empires was good. The Rise...
posted by randyn , November 28, 2000
  • PROS
  • Many, many hours of playing time
  • CONS
  • Made by MicroSoft :)
  • Review
  • This is my favorite game and has been for a long time. That's what's so great about it. Most games...
posted by krisi234 , November 25, 2000
  • PROS
  • Competative game, fun!
  • CONS
  • takes a while for most games
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is a battle game that requires strategic planning and quick responses. The bases is...
posted by bladev14 , November 23, 2000
  • PROS
  • very realistic with lots of details
  • CONS
  • not so user friendly as Starcraft
  • Review
  • I have always liked strategy games like Warcraft and Startcraft but my favorite by far is Ages of Em...
posted by williamcole1 , November 22, 2000
  • PROS
  • great graphics , point and click , multiple play modes
  • CONS
  • not enough time in day to play
  • Review
  • I purchased this game to break away from first person shooter games . I must say that I made a good...
posted by Trufflemae , November 12, 2000
  • PROS
  • Lots of different races, and many ways to collect money, and food
  • CONS
  • The limit for charachters is 200
  • Review
  • Your community is low on food...your villagers are to few to work, and you have not a single ally to...
posted by paulestruch , November 02, 2000
  • PROS
  • Simple and a long life
  • CONS
  • A bit to simple
  • Review
  • This is very good strayegy games. It is good fun and you can play it over the net. The game has a ve...
posted by woodman3d , October 10, 2000
  • PROS
  • graphics
  • CONS
  • pop limit, speed
  • Review
  • My brother actually got this game, but he agrees with me that this game is not fun. It takes place...
posted by elblop , October 10, 2000
  • PROS
  • Smooth strategic playability
  • CONS
  • I want more than 50 units
  • Review
  • Age Of Empires-Rise Of Rome Excellent game. One of the best I played. It has two importan...
posted by powprodukt , October 03, 2000
  • PROS
  • Lots of Technology advances
  • CONS
  • Population Limit
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is a real time strategy game with tons of options, technology, and really cool 3d gra...
posted by iubierly , September 26, 2000
  • PROS
  • Good Graphics, Real-time Character Movements
  • CONS
  • Sometimes the Playing Board Seems Confining
  • Review
  • I purchased Age of Empires, because I have always been a fan of these real-time strategy games. I e...
posted by KrYpToNiX , September 22, 2000
  • PROS
  • good game
  • CONS
  • out of date
  • Review
  • Microsoft has decided to make a game about something that they are experts on, the rise of an empire...
posted by scw86 , September 21, 2000
  • PROS
  • it is the first of a series
  • CONS
  • it is a little old
  • Review
  • This is the game witch started a revolution in the strategy games. Yes it is a bit old compared to i...
posted by tyrabrian , August 29, 2000
  • PROS
  • a lot of fun
  • CONS
  • none that I can think of
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is not a game I would originally buy, but this time it came in a software package tha...
posted by SmakNuts , August 28, 2000
  • PROS
  • GREAT GAME
  • CONS
  • Could have more added to it
  • Review
  • AGE OF EMPIRES II: AGE OF KINGS WHAT'S THIS ABOUT? This is a strategy game...
posted by XTC_J , August 17, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great graphics, great strategy
  • CONS
  • AI sucks
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is probably one of the most addicting games I have ever played. You start in the Too...
posted by jaresh , August 15, 2000
  • PROS
  • fast learning curve, hours of fun and challenge
  • CONS
  • multiple updates to download if you want to play on MSN Gaming Zone
  • Review
  • I first encountered this game as a demo at the GEN CON convention. I was only able to play it for a...
posted by OpiumJordan , August 12, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great overall game, great multi-player, and great graphics.
  • CONS
  • Stupid AI.
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is a wonderful game that me and my friends first discovered in a little computer shop...
posted by jobo_Cake , August 12, 2000
  • PROS
  • Real Time Play, Excellent Story Line, Excellent Graphics, Excellent Sound.
  • CONS
  • Boats and Seige Weapons Count Twards Your Population Limit
  • Review
  • I recieved the demo of Age of Empires about a month ago. When i first started the game I though i...
posted by roo1013 , August 09, 2000
  • PROS
  • There's so many objectives to the game.
  • CONS
  • None
  • Review
  • Age of Empires has two objectives- to build and run an Empire, and to kill your opponent...
posted by zumiez007 , July 22, 2000
  • PROS
  • free trial version, Multi-player online, better than the first 2!!
  • CONS
  • nothing
  • Review
  • Age Of Empires 1 or AOE was great. A good game that provides tons of fun. Age of Empires 2 or AOK wa...
posted by Eppy35 , July 21, 2000
  • PROS
  • graphics, diversification, accuracy of specifics
  • CONS
  • can't burn the CD
  • Review
  • After playing this game, you will have the utmost respect and appreciation for the honor, dedication...
posted by grofit , July 20, 2000
  • PROS
  • Superior Game play, single and multiplayer modes are good if not great.
  • CONS
  • laggout too much with a 56k modem
  • Review
  • Throughout History many have conquered and have become conquered. This game brings you to a...
posted by hckim724 , July 13, 2000
  • PROS
  • exciting features
  • CONS
  • can't think of one
  • Review
  • About 3 years ago, I bought the first Age of Empires. That game was so fantastic. You fe...
posted by red971 , July 13, 2000
  • PROS
  • Real time strategy game, good graphics, easy to play
  • CONS
  • Game is a few years old
  • Review
  • One of the best games I have ever played. It's easy to play and a whole lot of fun. A...
posted by zombie234 , July 05, 2000
  • PROS
  • Historically accurate
  • CONS
  • Controls seem difficult at first
  • Review
  • Command & Conquer meets Civilization This game really captivated me when I first downloaded t...
posted by IClan_Emporer , July 04, 2000
  • PROS
  • Easy to Use, Better than Original
  • CONS
  • Age of Kings Out
  • Review
  • Age of Empires was a groundbreaking Real-Time-Strategy game, but it had many problems. Rise of Rome...
posted by IClan_Emporer , July 04, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great Graphics, Very Addictive
  • CONS
  • Hard to Use, Better Versions Out
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is the original in the Age of Empires series. It's the groundbreaking Real-Time-Strat...
posted by JHershey , July 02, 2000
  • PROS
  • good graphics
  • CONS
  • boring, repetative, games can last a very long time
  • Review
  • I purchased this game a few weeks ago along with the Rise to Rome expansion pack and can say that it...
posted by money222 , July 02, 2000
  • PROS
  • -
  • CONS
  • -
  • Review
  • Age of Empires II - Strategy thinking Your goal is to conquest and beat the enemy. By mak...
posted by sbcohen , July 02, 2000
  • PROS
  • GREAT GAME
  • CONS
  • can last a long time
  • Review
  • I have been playing computer games since the original Pong came out back in the 70's.This is my favo...
posted by macpeter , June 30, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great graphics, different levels, good sound effects
  • CONS
  • Time-consuming
  • Review
  • It'll take a really long time to get tired of this cool game. There are several levels, from easies...
posted by Carrisford , June 24, 2000
  • PROS
  • Easy-to-learn, but tough to master; devilishly fun to dominate a world; Cheating's even fun
  • CONS
  • Can be tough on your computer system; addicting
  • Review
  • I bought Age of Empires I on a lark on E-bay. As soon as I began playing it, I was hooked. It was...
posted by dixonk1 , June 18, 2000
  • PROS
  • Many Races, High Fun Factor
  • CONS
  • Can Get Old After Continuous Play
  • Review
  • Well, this is one of the best games ever produced. This game beats Red Alert or WarCraft anyday. I...
posted by CriticMan , June 12, 2000
  • PROS
  • Better music, sounds, graphics, just better overall
  • CONS
  • Still can't trade for anything but gold.
  • Review
  • Love strategy games? If so, you'll love Age of the Empires II: Age of the Kings. This game is the mo...
posted by 12Martians , June 10, 2000
  • PROS
  • Intelligent, cathartic?, bloodletting
  • CONS
  • Taxes slow systems.
  • Review
  • Do you have a brutal dictator inside you, crying to be set free? Had enough of the liberal left's sc...
posted by nate22195 , June 08, 2000
  • PROS
  • Excellent Gameplay
  • CONS
  • none
  • Review
  • I purchased this game because my friends told me about it. They said it was a really fun game. They...
posted by Bothersome , June 08, 2000
  • PROS
  • It's Just Great!! Wonderful Attention to Detail, Beautiful graphics and sound mixed with Extreme playability
  • CONS
  • None, That's the beauty of these wonderful trilogy!
  • Review
  • Age of Empires, Rise of Rome, Age of Kings. I've been hooked on them from the moment it all beg...
posted by NUKEMAN57 , June 06, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great concept on blending Warcraft and Civilization
  • CONS
  • Sound and graphics were crummy
  • Review
  • This real-time strategy game blends elements of Civilization and Warcraft. It has outstanding graphi...
posted by Navyguy14 , June 06, 2000
  • PROS
  • excellent action
  • CONS
  • graphics aren't spectacular
  • Review
  • Age of the Empires is one of those few games that can keep you entertained and always wanting more....
posted by Lizette_007 , May 30, 2000
  • PROS
  • Easy game play
  • CONS
  • You'll want more
  • Review
  • To start out, Age of Empires is one of those games that pop out of the game shelves and any computer...
posted by illini45 , May 29, 2000
  • PROS
  • Better graphics and good replay factor
  • CONS
  • Computer can become to predictable
  • Review
  • I purchased Age of Empires 2 about a month ago and I couldn't help but notice how much of an improve...
posted by knobbe , May 26, 2000
  • PROS
  • awesome cheats
  • CONS
  • none
  • Review
  • These are all the codes I use a lot on this game. 1,000 food Press Enter duri...
posted by jerebear44 , May 24, 2000
  • PROS
  • Awesome Game
  • CONS
  • I'm not Bill Gates (hmmm, wait a minute)
  • Review
  • What happens when you mix a highly sophisticated game that I want to play whenever possible with a m...
posted by awskater585 , May 19, 2000
  • PROS
  • fun with single or multi-player
  • CONS
  • to addicting
  • Review
  • Age of empires is a great war strategy. You build up your army and destroy their empire. There are...
posted by solstar , May 18, 2000
  • PROS
  • intriguing game
  • CONS
  • a few glitches
  • Review
  • This is a scarily addictive game! I have been playing the first version on several different co...
posted by JiggaDanMan , May 16, 2000
  • PROS
  • multiplayer, variety, long lasting
  • CONS
  • none
  • Review
  • I have had this game since the dawn of this empire (no pun intended), and have loved it ever since....
posted by communistalert , May 16, 2000
  • PROS
  • awesome, many units
  • CONS
  • none
  • Review
  • great game! one of the best games i have ever played. i would recommend this game to anyone. this ga...
posted by fencik00 , May 14, 2000
  • PROS
  • excellet sound, graphics
  • CONS
  • slow play
  • Review
  • I have been playing AOE since it was available in its Beta form. From the moment I sat down to play...
posted by prince8614 , May 12, 2000
  • PROS
  • Graphics
  • CONS
  • Lots of memory
  • Review
  • Get the lates version of age of empires, its called age of empires 2. This is definetely a fun game...
posted by schmick77 , May 10, 2000
  • PROS
  • excellent graphics, convenient features, easy to learn
  • CONS
  • computer player is tough, time-consuming games (5-10 hours typically)
  • Review
  • AOE II is one of the best games I've ever seen! I loved AOE I, but some features about it were anno...
posted by nptoita , April 27, 2000
  • PROS
  • HUH?
  • CONS
  • What?
  • Review
  • Age of Empires is a great game for you games out there you wanted a tough and hard stradegy game whi...
posted by silkee77 , April 26, 2000
  • PROS
  • You have to be smart - it teaches you organization
  • CONS
  • You will lose half of your day playing this :-)
  • Review
  • I have never been one to enjoy sitting down in front of a game for hours until my brother got me thi...
posted by DBCRulz , April 26, 2000
  • PROS
  • good graphics,nice sound,lotsa detail,multiplayer very fun and more!
  • CONS
  • Takes long to destroy a building with weak units(axemen),killing birds make them explode(no blood on the bird).
  • Review
  • If you didn't like any of the Age Of Empires games and you even liked RTS games(like C&C/Starcra...
posted by Tapwater , April 26, 2000
  • PROS
  • Great graphics, more upgrades
  • CONS
  • Internet games not so good, should be more upgrades
  • Review
  • Age of Empires The Rise of Rome is a wonderful expansion pack for the already outstanding computer g...
posted by minamoto , April 24, 2000
  • PROS
  • Graphics/ Sound/ Ease of Play
  • CONS
  • None
  • Review
  • Wow. Somewhere inside the Microsoft empire there is a group of game developers with plans to rule th...
posted by rtange , April 18, 2000
  • PROS
  • Variety and complexity
  • CONS
  • Artificial Intelligence is subpar
  • Review
  • NOTE: THIS REVIEW IS FOR AGE OF EMPIRES2: Age of Kings. This game is one of the best real time stra...
posted by mordygross , April 12, 2000
  • PROS
  • Very engaging and realistic battles
  • CONS
  • Non realistic game play
  • Review
  • I bought Age of Empires a year ago and quickly addicted myself to it. The game is intensive, and it...
posted by Gimme796 , April 10, 2000
  • PROS
  • Very awesome game, fun, interesting
  • CONS
  • None!
  • Review
  • I have to say, this is one of the best games i have ever played. It is complicated enough that it t...
posted by TPTBONE33 , April 09, 2000
  • PROS
  • Teaches you alot
  • CONS
  • Hard
  • Review
  • I like this game very much because it taught me how to survive in the early years of the worlds ci...
posted by Chravilin , April 09, 2000
  • PROS
  • cheap, easy to learn, fun, and historically accurate
  • CONS
  • campaigns can be time consuming and terribly addictive
  • Review
  • Most people, when they think of war and strategy computer games, think fictional settings, such as t...
posted by dbodily , April 08, 2000
  • PROS
  • multiplayer option, configurable, never the same game, easy to install and setup
  • CONS
  • can take over your day on one game
  • Review
  • I have always been one who like challenging games which require more brainpower than dexterity. AOE...
posted by tripleplay2000 , April 08, 2000
  • PROS
  • good graphics
  • CONS
  • pretty easy
  • Review
  • I payed $50.00 for Age Of Empires II but it was worth it. I think everyone that likes real time stra...