Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition — Is It Worth Playing?

42 Civilizations, 229 Campaign Missions, Singleplayer, Co-Op, Multiplayer, In-Game Editor, Mods, Cross-play...It is good to be the king.

Nov 2019+608 followers/wkStrategyby World's Edge$12.24
Quick verdict Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition holds 95% positive across 66,851 Steam reviews. It's drawing steady follower growth. If you enjoy Strategy games like Tempest Rising, Pixel Darts: From Pub to Glory, Landlord Simulator, it's an easy one to check out.

About Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 25th anniversary of one of the most popular strategy games ever, now with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, a fully remastered soundtrack, and now includes three expansions with the base game: “Lords of the West,” “Dynasties of India,” and “Dawn of the Dukes.” Frequent updates include events, additional content, new game modes, and enhanced features. Explore all the original Campaigns and the best-selling expansions like never before. With over 200 hours of gameplay and 1,000 years of human history, improved experiences await. Head online to challenge other players in your quest for world domination with more than 45 different Civilizations. Recent updates include ongoing support for the Scenario Editor, Quick Play for easy social games, enhancements to the game UI, and more! Choose your path to greatness with an eye-catching and engaging remaster to one of the most beloved strategy games of all time.

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Key Stats

Followers
291,195
Followers / week
+608
24h peak players
22,244
Steam reviews
95% · 66,851
Genre
Strategy
Developer
World's Edge
Release
Nov 2019
Price
$12.24

Should You Play Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition?

Who it's for: fans of Strategy games like Tempest Rising, Pixel Darts: From Pub to Glory, Landlord Simulator.

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 25th anniversary of one of the most popular strategy games ever, now with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, a fully remastered soundtrack, and now includes three expansions with the base game: “Lords of the West,” “Dynasties of India,” and “Dawn of the Dukes.” Frequent updates include events, additional content, new game modes, and enhanced features. Explore all the original Campaigns and the best-selling expansions like never before. With over 200 hours of gameplay and 1,000 years of human history, impro…

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is co-op and multiplayer on Steam and runs on Windows, Mac. It's drawing steady follower growth right now.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows, Mac

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 64bit · Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64x2 5600+ · Memory: 4 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 420 or ATI™ Radeon™ HD 6850 or Intel® HD Graphics 4000 or better with 2 GB VRAM · DirectX: Version 11 · Network: Broadband Internet connection · Storage: 15 GB available space · Additional Notes: 2GB of video memory + 4GB of system memory required

Recommended

OS: Windows 10 64bit · Processor: 2.4 Ghz i5 or greater or AMD equivalent · Memory: 8 GB RAM · Graphics: Nvidia® GTX 650 or AMD HD 5850 or better · DirectX: Version 11 · Network: Broadband Internet connection · Storage: 15 GB available space

Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition release?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition released on Nov 2019 and is available now on Steam.
What kind of game is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is a Strategy game. 42 Civilizations, 229 Campaign Missions, Singleplayer, Co-Op, Multiplayer, In-Game Editor, Mods, Cross-play...It is good to be the king.
Is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition supports co-op and multiplayer on Steam.
Is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on Steam Deck or consoles?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition runs on Windows, Mac via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition cost?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is priced at $12.24 on Steam.
What are Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition's system requirements?
The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
Is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition worth playing in 2026?
Yes — Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition holds 95% positive across 66,851 Steam reviews, making it an easy recommendation in 2026.
Who made Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is developed by World's Edge and published by Xbox Game Studios.
What games is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition similar to?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition sits alongside Strategy games such as Tempest Rising, Pixel Darts: From Pub to Glory, Landlord Simulator.
What platforms is Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is available on Windows, Mac.

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