Rivaling AOE 1, Age of Empires II has garnered numerous positive reviews since its inception. Currently, it holds the largest player base. Age of Empires II not only received graphical upgrades but also introduces many architectural structures and trading features for exchange or commerce.
Learn How to Install AOE 2 on Your PC
Guide to Download and Play Age of Empires II, AOE2
Before diving into the download and installation process, make sure to check if your computer meets the required specifications for the game.
- Reference: Age of Empires II, AOE2 System Requirements
Step 1: Download Age of Empires II
- To begin, click the AOE2 download link below.
- Next, click on the [File Link 1] green button.
Step 2: Unzip Age of Empires II
- Open the folder containing the downloaded file, use the Winrar software to unzip by right-clicking on the AOE-2 file => choose Extract to...
Step 3: Launch Age of Empires II and Start Playing
- In the newly extracted folder, locate and run the empires2.exe file as shown in the provided Mytour image below.
Step 4: How to Play Age of Empires II, AOE2
- Similar to AOE 1, you can play solo by selecting Single Player with available settings:
+ Campaigns: Play through missions
+ Random map: Play against the computer on a random map
+ Regicide: Defend your town by killing the enemy's King
+ Death Match: Random map, start with abundant resources for all.
- If you wish to play with friends over LAN, select Multiplayer => click Internet TCP/IP Connection For DirectPlay => Click Show Games.
+ Join: Join your friends' game room.
+ Create: Create a game room and wait for friends to join.
+ After selecting your troops and players are ready, check I'm Ready! => Start Game. Or if you're joining someone else's game, select your troops => click I'm Ready!
These are the steps to download and play Age of Empires II, AOE2 on your computer in the simplest way. If you encounter any difficulties or errors during the process, please comment below, and Mytour will assist you as soon as possible.