Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition

"Age of Empires II: DE have done a great job in making an improved version of one of the best strategy games in history."

"Age of Empires 2 Definitive Edition is the update of a classic. It wasn&s;t easy, but Forgotten Empires Studio has hit the nail on the head with lots of playable changes and lots of new content. The AI fails sometimes …"

"It is the best version of an epic game that has made the history of RTS and the worthy celebration of its twentieth anniversary."

"Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is a breath of fresh air to a genre somewhat diminished today of video games but that would certainly seem to have returned to remain the fans of the saga those who enjoyed this …"

"All in all, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is a worthy and commendable title. A lot of content has been added to the game and the graphics of the game have also been more beautifully restored than ever."

"Age of Empires 2: The Definitive Edition has made the transition to console surprisingly well, giving a new range of people a chance to play one of RTS’s most beloved classics in a new way."

"There is some wonky balancing and AI logic evident, but Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is an absolute joy to play. Just be sure your PC can handle the requirements in order to get the full experience."

"After a dozen or so hours in Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition, I can safely say that it&s;s the real McCoy. This is not a watered-down port to give Microsoft an easy first-party Xbox Game Pass release. It&s;s the …"

"This is what the original Age of Empires: Definitive Edition could have been. As a standalone title, it&s;s fantastic and one that I&s;d recommend to anybody and everybody."

"As its name says, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition it&s;s a true definitive edition."

"Although some facets denote that the "base game" is two decades old, the experience is still exciting and more accessible than ever."

"Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition brings the 1999 classic into 2019 with admirable grace. The developers manage to introduce very positive changes without radically altering that gameplay which has enthralled legions of fans for decades. Despite some issues, this …"

"Explore all the original campaigns like never before, as well as best-selling expansions, spanning over 200 hours of gameplay and 1000 years of human history. Go online to challenge other players with 35 different civilizations in your quest for world …"

"Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition is the champion of the RTS genre we deserve."

"A polished, wide-ranging update that brings the classic RTS into the modern age."

"Improved visuals, modern quality of life features, and brand new content upholster a classic RTS in the Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition."

"Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on PS5 is a successful revival of a legendary strategy game, enhanced with visual, audio, and technical improvements that make it an enjoyable experience for both newcomers and longtime fans of the series. The …"

"Overall, Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition is a wonderful example of modernising a classic game, providing new quality of life features and a fresh coat of paint while retaining its original feel. For hardcore RTS fans who are itching …"

"At the end of the day, I&s;m not sure what else you could expect from a remaster of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition. It was a great game in 1999, and it&s;s aged better than most in its class. …"

"Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition has the content to keep you entertained for a time. Unfortunately, the visuals and core mechanics are woefully behind 20 years after its initial release. It&s;s a nostalgia trip for fans given the low …"

"Age of Empire II: Definitive Edition is the perfect excuse to relive the title. A timeless game, which seems not to pass the years, in which any fan of the genre will find the most exposing and reference at its …"

"Undoubtedly, Age of Empires II Definitive Edition is a great game, a better adaptation to consoles that will delight fans of the saga and will allow many to approach this proposal for the first time, discovering an immense world of …"

"Age of Empires 2: The Definitive Edition is an excellent version of a game that refined a genre two decades ago, but it doesn&s;t offer much to entice new players from their modern conveniences."

"To see an RTS game with core mechanics still enjoyable more than a decade later is impressive and speaks to the timelessness of the game’s core premise."

"Age of Empires II is a timeless classic, and it gets even better with Definitive Edition. It brings a lot of content, QoL improvements, and other stuff."

""An RTS legend finds a new home" Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition on PlayStation 5 is more than just a better edition; it&s;s a masterclass in bringing a beloved PC classic to modern consoles. This edition offers a near-perfect …"

"Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition is a small piece of nostalgia with some modern improvements to get you ready for the upcoming title from Relic Games. The developer&s;s main focus has been visuals and it&s;s definitely succeeded, though some …"

"Overall, Age of Empires II in Deluxe Definitive Edition is a very nice addition to the console that AOE fans can now enjoy on their TV. Via Game Pass streaming, they can also play the game on smartphone."

"Age of Empires II Definitive Edition is a truly meticulous remaster, one of the best of its kind. Fans of classic RTS that are not afraid of the archaic, core gameplay solutions should be thrilled to try out this gem."

"Seriously, if you&s;re the kind of person who loves to think strategically and is interested in history then you&s;ll get sucked into this RTS game. See just why it&s;s been seen as one of the best strategy games of all …"

"There’s no reason to go back to the original now, and its generously low price (£15/$20) makes Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition an easy must-buy."

"With new official DLC, a glorious audiovisual overhaul and a touch of modern quality-of-life polish, this is now the best way to play Age 2 - though it&s;ll take a while to match the HD edition&s;s user content.Sam White"

"A great classic returns to PC and it&s;s still a great RTS experience. The Definitive Edition enrich the formula with a few quality of life improvements while maintaining its core gameplay overall intact, but at the same time there are …"

"I can only hope that all remasters in the future will be as good as this."