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Age of Empires II: The Age of Kings is the
sequel to the award-winning, best-selling real-time strategy
game Age of Empires. Age of Empires II spans a thousand years,
from the fall of Rome through the Middle Ages in which players
lead one of 13 civilizations into greatness. The game keeps
the epic scope of Age of Empires' game play while evolving the
combat and economic features.
Players can use garrisoning and military formations that add
interesting tactical choices. Units are also smarter, with new
artificial intelligence (AI) options like Guard, Patrol and
Follow as well as multiple aggression levels. Players can
improve the economy of their civilization through trade and
diplomacy options. In addition to gathering resources, they
can trade at their own market or use trading routes with their
allies. A market-based economy gives new options for players
to buy, sell, and speculate on resources.
Gamers command one of 13 mighty civilizations. These include
the Franks, Japanese, Byzantines, Vikings, Mongols and Celts
civilizations. Each civilization has unique attributes,
buildings and technologies as well as a unique combat unit
based on its historical counterpart.
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