Age of Empires
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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. Age of Empires was developed by Ensemble Studios and features the expertise of Bruce Shelley, co-designer of the hit strategy game Civilization. |
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Genres: Real-Time Strategy Release Date: 1997-10-26 Developer: Microsoft Game Studios Publisher: ESRB: Teen Official Website |
System Requirements CPU: Pentium 90 or equivalentRAM: 16 MB Video: 1 MB video card HDD: 130 MB |
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Herald in Four New Civilizations - An expansive world is at your feet and four new civilizations are here for you to command. Take charge of the Carthage, Palmyra, Macedonia, or Rome in huge battles of historical conquest. New Units on the Front Lines - Time to draw up alternative battle plans because the Rise of Rome will usher in a new era of strategy for Age players with several new units to challenge your tactical thinking. Now, you have even more options for historically correct carnage with the additions of the Armored Elephant, Camel Rider, Fire Galley, Scythe Chariot, and Slinger. All New Roman Architecture - Take in the glory of the Roman Empire with dozens of new buildings, including fan favorite and Roman wonder of the world - the Roman Colosseum. The Long March to Total Conquest - Immerse yourself in four totally new campaigns made up of over a dozen additional scenarios. Included will be the showcase campaign that focuses on the Rise of Rome - togas not required. Expanded Technologies - Dazzle your opponents with four new researchable technologies such as Logistics, Martyrdom, Medicine, and Tower Shield. Gigantic Maps to Explore - To make gamplay even more challenging and competitive, a larger map size has been added to the existing maps. In addition, several new map types will be available, including mountainous highlands, a large island, the Mediterranean and a peninsula for a diversity of play. Epic Music and Sounds - Several new CD-quality musical tracks and sounds will be included, adding to the heroic flavor and enriching the gaming experience. Internet Play for up to eight players via the Microsoft Internet Gaming Zone, over a LAN or modem to modem. But Wait, There's More... Enjoy the world that Age of Empires opens to you even more with several gaming improvements. |
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Genres: Real-Time Strategy Release Date: 1998-10-31 Developer: Ensemble Studios Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios ESRB: Teen Official Website |
System Requirements OS: Windows 95 or laterCPU: Pentium 90 or higher processor. RAM: 16 MB Video: Local bus SVGA 256-color HDD: 45 MB |
