Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings

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Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings is a real-time strategy game developed by Ensemble Studios and published by Microsoft. Released in 1999, it is set in the Middle Ages and features 13 playable civilizations. Players gather resources—food, wood, gold, and stone—to build towns, create armies, and defeat opponents. The game progresses through four ages: Dark, Feudal, Castle, and Imperial, each unlocking new units, structures, and technologies. The game includes five types of military units: infantry, archers, cavalry, siege weapons, and naval units. Each civilization has unique bonuses and technologies, enhancing gameplay diversity. Players can engage in single-player campaigns or multiplayer mode. The game's success led to expansions and remasters, including the HD Edition and Definitive Edition, which updated graphics and added new content. Age of Empires II is renowned for its engaging gameplay and historical depth, making it a classic in the strategy genre.