Age of Empires II (Gold Edition) (Mac Games, 2001)

I've been a fan of Starcraft and Warcraft for some time now. Through a friend, I just discovered Age of Empires II: Godl Edition (for Macintosh). This was originally purchased as a Christmas gift for my 13-year-old son, but after seeing him play it a few times, I knew I had to have one for myself.

Age of Empires appears to be similar to Starcraft/Warcraft in the way you build buildings, gather resources, create more units/people. However, the game breaks away from that mold into new territory with the various historical ages you go through. With this dimension and the historical notes, I found it intellectually stimulating as well as challenging as a game. My 13-year-old also enjoys developing his own maps, letting creativity have a day all to its own.

I'd highly recommend this game to just about anyone. And if you're wanting a break from Starcraft/Warcraft but want to stay within familiar territory, then get a hold of Age of Empires II: Gold Edition.

I just purchased AOE III for my PC and yet I can still come back and play this to be entertained. The graphics are still excellant, the varity of game playing options are there. The on-line play is ok. I don't know how anyone could get bored. Just add more players, a smaller map with less resources. How do you like them apples. I play this on long flights to the west coast and I always wish I had another 15 minutes.

If you have ever played Age of Empires, you know how great this game is. No other game compares (of this genre). The only downside of this game, is that you cannot play against other players who have PCs.

Just got the game and I'm already hooked. If you're in to strategy games then this one is it. So many different aspects to this game it will keep you coming back for more. They did a great job with the graphics and the story line is outstanding. Age of Empires III is next. Thanks alot.

I like the game a lot. There is one issue. However I think it's kinda big. I own a mac. My friend owns a pc. We can't play the game together because of this. That should have been fixed, patched, or whatever. Other than that. The game is really a classic and I'm jumping on the band wagon late. Lots of interesting facts you learn about each civilization.

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