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.
I have bouhgt a few weeks ago the game "age of empire for mac" and was completely satisfied by the transaction. It was realised in good and fast conditions. It was the first time I bought something on ebay; i was quite worried about that and am now ready to buy again on ebay...
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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.