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Pros: Larger scale battles. Over 100 skirmish missions. Multiple campaigns covering different Crusade periods.
Cons: Moderate learning curve.
Pros: Engaging medieval war campaigns with historical context. Strong mix of base building and real-time tactics. Expanded features including new units and co-op trails. Larger maps and improved skirmish options.
Cons: Visual updates remain modest and not a major leap. Occasional lags during multiplayer sessions.
Pros: 8 playable civilizations involved in 4 historical campaigns. Classic gameplay mechanics with some new minor additions. An online multiplayer mode with both PvP and PvE. Encourages players to create custom mods.
Cons: Nothing really new compared to the previous games.
Pros: Has single-player and multiplayer campaigns. Offers three unique civilizations. Has a god selection system. Has varied missions.
Cons: Limited civilization diversity.
Pros: Gives attention to detail. Offers dynamic gameplay. Comes with excellent graphics.
Cons: Feels repetitive in single-player mode.
Pros: Challenging tactical play. Clear isometric map. Interesting character abilities.
Cons: Limited replay. Dated graphics.
Pros: Deep strategic gameplay with economic, military, and diplomatic elements. Detailed world map with clear visuals for easy navigation. Numerous and detailed mechanics to learn and explore.
Cons: Steep learning curve may overwhelm casual players. Gameplay can become repetitive over time. Lack of variety in certain mechanics.
Pros: Extensive historical and modern scenarios. Deep strategic and diplomatic options. High level of customization and mod support. Engaging turn-based mechanics.
Cons: Steep learning curve for newcomers. AI and diplomacy can feel unpolished. Micromanagement-heavy gameplay slows progress. Lacks action-oriented sequences.
Pros: Better graphics than the previous version. More to do than with AOE 2. Repetitive tasks are less annoying than with AOE 2.
Cons: There are still some repetitive tasks that are required even in later stages of the game. The game could have used more story modes. You may still win by building massive armies and having them attack at once.
Pros: Superb graphics. Some realistic elements and gameplay.
Cons: Historical facts and scenarios wrong in parts.
Pros: You may still auto-resolve fights to help avoid the battle map. Plenty of new areas, map features, and units to play with.
Cons: There is too much micromanaging of armies on the strategy map. It still crashes a lot and there are no fixes available.
Pros: Military-themed RTS with pixel art. Over 50 upgradable units. Supports up 1000 units at a given time. Sandbox Mode. Online multiplayer.
Cons: Shallow gameplay for some.
Pros: Specialized roles add challenge to the game. Uses dark humor for interactions. Good player base ensures easy multiplayer joining.
Cons: Higher learning curve required.
Pros: Condensed and simplified experience. Tactical and engaging. Multiplayer gameplay.
Cons: Some game balance issues.
Pros: Free to play. Massive player database. Regular updates and news. Detailed fantasy lore. Loads of in-game content.
Cons: Steep learning curve.
Pros: Over 200 hours of gameplay. 4K Ultra HD Graphics. Classic cheats still work. Multiplayer mode.
Cons: Minimal gameplay changes. May require large system resources. Requires manual settings for classic mode.
Pros: Graphics achieved. Cooperative multi-player mode. Fortress management. Cooperative multi-player mode.
Cons: Lack of indicators. Awful interface.