Microsoft Age of Empires II 2013

Microsoft Age of Empires II is a classic real-time strategy game developed and published by Microsoft. It is the second installment in the Age of Empires series and was released in 1999 for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X.

The game is set in the medieval period and allows players to control one of 13 civilizations, each with its unique strengths and weaknesses. The objective of the game is to build a powerful and prosperous empire while advancing through different ages and outmaneuvering opponent civilizations.

Players must gather resources, construct buildings, recruit an army, research new technologies, and engage in battles to conquer enemy territories. They can choose from various game modes, including single-player campaigns, random map games, and multiplayer matches over LAN or online.

• The game features five campaigns with different historical settings, such as the William Wallace campaign in Scotland or the Joan of Arc campaign in France.
• It includes over 20 units with different strengths, such as archers, knights, siege weapons, or monks.
• It offers different victory conditions, such as destroying all enemy units and buildings or holding a certain relic for a specific time.

The game received critical acclaim for its gameplay, graphics, sound effects, and historical accuracy. It has won multiple awards and has been re-released several times with updated graphics and features. It has also spawned several expansion packs and spin-off titles.