About Age of Empires
Age of Empires is the legendary real-time strategy series that has been teaching players history through gameplay since 1997. Each game lets you guide a civilization — from the Stone Age through the Iron Age in the original, to the Middle Ages in Age of Empires II — through four ages of advancement. The formula is classic RTS: gather wood, food, gold, and stone; build a town; train military units; and advance through the ages to unlock new technologies and buildings. What sets the series apart is its historical grounding: campaigns follow real figures like Joan of Arc and Genghis Khan, and the Definitive Editions remastered the classics with modern graphics and quality-of-life improvements. Age of Empires II remains one of the most-played strategy games in the world, with a competitive scene and constant updates decades after release.
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Age of Empires FAQ
Is Age of Empires free?
No — it is a paid series, though the Definitive Editions are frequently discounted and occasionally offered free as part of promotions.
Which Age of Empires should I start with?
Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is the most popular and best-supported entry, ideal for newcomers.
Is Age of Empires historically accurate?
It is inspired by real history — civilizations, units, and campaigns are grounded in historical events, with some creative license.
Can I play Age of Empires online?
Yes — the Definitive Editions include multiplayer, ranked ladders, and co-op campaigns.
What are the four ages?
Each game has a progression of ages (e.g., Dark, Feudal, Castle, Imperial in AoE II) that unlock stronger units and buildings.