Age of Mythology

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  1. hugamuga
    Nov 17, 2010
    10
    favorite game of all time, played the campaign multiple time, and LAN it with friends almost every weekend. the graphics still look amazing. 8 years later still the best looking RTS in my opinion. gameplay is perfectly balanced soundtrack is outstanding there is so much content in the game, it could last me forever. it is so good i have bought it 4 times and 3 times was for myself.
  2. WilliamS
    Jul 26, 2009
    10
    This rts game is one of the easiest to play for how much fun it is. My first game i struggled to survive god powers from the enemy, attacked them with a massive army, lost and then cut out their resources after almost losing my base. The point is it was a roller coaster as were all my other games with the hear pounding defensive maneuvers to the triumph of fortifying crucial resources. This rts game is one of the easiest to play for how much fun it is. My first game i struggled to survive god powers from the enemy, attacked them with a massive army, lost and then cut out their resources after almost losing my base. The point is it was a roller coaster as were all my other games with the hear pounding defensive maneuvers to the triumph of fortifying crucial resources. All of the aspects are amazing. The selection of gods won't keep you bored. The only thing that is bad is the cinematic mode which you might want to use because you want to see a jackal fighting alongside a spear wielding greek soldier. This game will keep you satisfied, and all the maps will shake it up a little if you somehow become bored with this near perfect rts game.… Expand
  3. enworbo
    Mar 11, 2012
    10
    I could try to fault this game, but I can't. It's really well balanced, and thus playing it is probably the most fun I've ever had from an RTS. And then there's the sound track, which is also perfect.
  4. IG44
    Aug 21, 2012
    10
    Simply one of the best RTS games and one of the best games of all time! It is fantastic! Great graphics, perfect balance and really, really fun gameplay! It has a fun and long singleplayer campain which is rare today and an awesome multiplayer with almost no lags or errors, also the game is 99.99% free of bugs!
  5. Caleb
    Mar 11, 2003
    10
    Perfect score. Best game ever, get this game. Sweetest thing I ever played, better than "Warcraft III."
  6. GoldeneyeRG
    Apr 11, 2012
    10
    This was my favorite game when i was kid and its still one of best games what i have
  7. BigShotJosh
    Jun 7, 2012
    10
    Amazing game for its time. Age of Mythology is easily my favorite RTS game of all time! Its so much fun, many hours have gone by because of this game and I'm happy with that. It passed the test of time and is still just as fun as it was to play 10 years ago. If your a coumpter gamer, or if you have a some what new pc (you should be able to play this game on any recent pc, not just gamingAmazing game for its time. Age of Mythology is easily my favorite RTS game of all time! Its so much fun, many hours have gone by because of this game and I'm happy with that. It passed the test of time and is still just as fun as it was to play 10 years ago. If your a coumpter gamer, or if you have a some what new pc (you should be able to play this game on any recent pc, not just gaming pc's), you should give this game a try, you could probly get it for real low cheap right now.… Expand
  8. MCotsalas
    Feb 20, 2013
    10
    The greatest RTS game i have ever played. A great campaign that has incredible replay value, a great multiplayer mode that is fun even with CPU's, and perfect gameplay with little to no flaws. Pick this game up for probably under 15 dollars (Released in 2002) and you will love it.
  9. MichaelL.
    Apr 16, 2006
    9
    An excellent RTS. With elements from Age of Empires with monsters and incredible God powers thrown into the mix, you're left with a deep, fun, and fulfilling experience.
  10. dklingen
    Sep 29, 2010
    9
    You know I was thinking about strategy games and asked which is my favorite of all time, guess what it is, Age of Mythology! It is just a great game with lots of FUN to be had. The coolest part of this game is that I can install it on a laptop and it will work great. If you have never had the opportunity to play this game you truly are missing out on one of the masterpieces of all timeYou know I was thinking about strategy games and asked which is my favorite of all time, guess what it is, Age of Mythology! It is just a great game with lots of FUN to be had. The coolest part of this game is that I can install it on a laptop and it will work great. If you have never had the opportunity to play this game you truly are missing out on one of the masterpieces of all time (in my opinion).… Expand
  11. sinadoom
    Jun 25, 2012
    10
    Very simple and easy to understand. It's fun, and the best thing is that it's so varied in terms of the campaign's levels and maps. Greek, Egyptian and Norse each have three gods with different abilities. The gameplay is simple, fun and to add to the compelling story is the beautiful soundtrack. The levels have great variety and complement the story. It's not copy and pasting the sameVery simple and easy to understand. It's fun, and the best thing is that it's so varied in terms of the campaign's levels and maps. Greek, Egyptian and Norse each have three gods with different abilities. The gameplay is simple, fun and to add to the compelling story is the beautiful soundtrack. The levels have great variety and complement the story. It's not copy and pasting the same mission or objective over and over. I don't like the RTS genre but Age of Mythology couldn't be improved in any way or make the genre more appealing if it tried. There is a world creator which allows you to create your own levels and use all items and characters available. The skirmish mode is quick and easy to set up, and very fun to play regardless of your skill level and how you play the game. The campaign is by far the best part of this game though. Not only are the characters done well and the story being long, engaging and a varied adventure, but the level design, gameplay and of course, the excellent and fitting soundtrack come together to deliver one of the greatest gaming experiences- for 2002 anyway. I highly recommend this game even today, since graphics aren't that important in RTS, but Age of Mythology does have good lighting, but poor textures.… Expand
  12. GieldeR.
    Nov 5, 2002
    10
    I just like it. I would kill my mother for it!
  13. JeromeJ.
    Nov 11, 2002
    10
    This game has every possible thing you could want in an RTS. If you divide it into 3rds. Single player Campaign, Single Palyer Random maps and Multiplayer gameplay it is easily over 100 hours of gameplay. This game should cost $100.
  14. KarlD.
    Nov 5, 2002
    10
    The best strategy game ever created so far, a must own for every gamer. This game has just everything, a great storyline, a good graphical engine, grippling sound effects and voice acting and of course the uncomparable gameplay of the Age series. This piece of work is a great experience for everyone even if you don't like much strategy games like I do but this is worth the money. The best strategy game ever created so far, a must own for every gamer. This game has just everything, a great storyline, a good graphical engine, grippling sound effects and voice acting and of course the uncomparable gameplay of the Age series. This piece of work is a great experience for everyone even if you don't like much strategy games like I do but this is worth the money. Multiplayer is also a great experience and it is just awesome how smooth the game runs. My final comment is that people who like or don't even think to like this type of game, GO GRAB THIS ONE! IT IS AWESOME!… Expand
  15. JoeS.
    Jul 6, 2005
    10
    Quite possibly the best and most addictive RTS to date, this game has me captured the instant I loaded it up for the first time. Major improvements from AoE and AoE 2: AOK. Simply beautiful.
  16. SamP.
    Nov 26, 2009
    9
    An incredibly well constructed strategy game to put it simply. it does feel like you played something very similar too it before (Age of empires 2), but inventive aspects like the myth units and god powers keep it fresh and entertaining. One of the best RTS games out there still.
  17. SnoopyM.
    Sep 28, 2007
    10
    This is probably the single best game i've ever played. It's got great replay value, good story, and fun online play.
  18. JamesD
    May 19, 2009
    10
    Possibly the best RTS to date. AoE 2 and this are both excellent, but this one pulls ahead through excellent multilayer and an enthralling campaign. Titans is an excellent add- on to the game. I can still play this now and have more fun than Rome: Total War.
  19. kane148
    Aug 6, 2012
    8
    As as big fan of mythology, I naturally loved this game. It follows the basic Age of Empires gameplay pattern but spices it up by not just having swordsmen and catapults but also minotaurs and sphinxes, as well as a compliment of "god powers" which can do everything from increasing food production for a time to causing massive earthquakes. The story was pretty good for an RTS game, and IAs as big fan of mythology, I naturally loved this game. It follows the basic Age of Empires gameplay pattern but spices it up by not just having swordsmen and catapults but also minotaurs and sphinxes, as well as a compliment of "god powers" which can do everything from increasing food production for a time to causing massive earthquakes. The story was pretty good for an RTS game, and I enjoyed the epic arc spanning multiple civilizations and heroes. I've played through this game several times already, and having been a couple year since the last time, I think I'm due for another play-thru soon!… Expand
  20. JohnLemon
    Jan 21, 2013
    9
    I'm not a big fan of Age of series. In fact, i played only couple of them and liked them, but there wasn't something that made me keep coming back. But Age of Mythology took my attention and I love this game even today and can replay whole campaign right after Nox. Game got my attention not by it's realism or story that based on real events, hell no, this game is pure magic that kindaI'm not a big fan of Age of series. In fact, i played only couple of them and liked them, but there wasn't something that made me keep coming back. But Age of Mythology took my attention and I love this game even today and can replay whole campaign right after Nox. Game got my attention not by it's realism or story that based on real events, hell no, this game is pure magic that kinda based on actual story, but with Cyclopses, Colossuses (is that right?) and freaking Gods. All right, first things first, story is really good, it develops slow, but when you will reach Egypt levels plot will surprise you with some cool bad-ass moments and twists. Gameplay is your basic Age of mechanic, but here you also have power of Gods, you can unlock 4 unique abilities and by gaining, you know, God's love, you can create such creatures as Giants, Trolls, Cyclopses and other cool monsters. There's 4 different cultures and each of them are actually different and unique, trust me, because of that replay value is very high. My only complain is that story is REALLY slow and you will be bored of it by the chapter 20. There are bad-ass moments, but also tons of useless and forgettable ones. Other than that, game is just about perfect.… Expand
  21. BlackWidow
    May 5, 2013
    10
    Being a big fan of mythology, this game is just great, and if you add the titans expansion, well it's the icing on the cake. Maybe it's just me, but I believe this to be the best of the Age games. The graphics are good, the campaigns are very enjoyable and also re-playable, for you can do things different each time, and the random map game-play will keep you entertained for hours on end.Being a big fan of mythology, this game is just great, and if you add the titans expansion, well it's the icing on the cake. Maybe it's just me, but I believe this to be the best of the Age games. The graphics are good, the campaigns are very enjoyable and also re-playable, for you can do things different each time, and the random map game-play will keep you entertained for hours on end. Furthermore, if you have the patience, you can create your own maps and even add night/day cycles to them. I have nothing negative to say about this game. It's one of the best I've ever played. 10/10.… Expand
  22. humanhaggis
    May 7, 2014
    9
    This is my favorite game. I cannot review it honestly because our history together, but I would sell my soul to the devil to play Age of Mythology for the rest of eternity. From its simple, beautiful aesthetics, to the balance and level of complexity of its multiplayer metagame, everything about Age of Mythology enthralls me. As a fan of the first 2 Age of Empires, I purchased the originalThis is my favorite game. I cannot review it honestly because our history together, but I would sell my soul to the devil to play Age of Mythology for the rest of eternity. From its simple, beautiful aesthetics, to the balance and level of complexity of its multiplayer metagame, everything about Age of Mythology enthralls me. As a fan of the first 2 Age of Empires, I purchased the original AoM game in 2002 on not much more than a whim, but since then I have yet to find any other game that has sucked up as many hours of my life. To this day it remains one of my go-to games even after the collapse of its multiplayer. I highly recommend it to any fan of Age games, or strategy games in general.… Expand
  23. Bubbadabad
    Nov 29, 2013
    9
    When I first played this game, I went into it thinking, "Wow, what a fresh new concept!" This thought was brought along because I had never played AoE before. Having played both now, I'm going to hand my vote of favored game to Age Of Mythology, simply for how easy it was to pick up and start right away.

    The campaign was interesting, though predictable at times. The mythological    When I first played this game, I went into it thinking, "Wow, what a fresh new concept!" This thought was brought along because I had never played AoE before. Having played both now, I'm going to hand my vote of favored game to Age Of Mythology, simply for how easy it was to pick up and start right away.

    The campaign was interesting, though predictable at times. The mythological integration is iffy though if you're a studier/ fan of Greek myths. Some of the things were a little iffy from that front.

    One of the features I enjoyed about the game was the integration of monsters. While they could be the most powerful pieces on the battlefield, they were highly vulnerable to certain units. This helped in balancing it out nicely so that even if you had an army of Minotaurs, you needed to have some archers of something of the sort to ward off any spear men from killing off your "unstoppable horde".

    A solid 9 from me, detracting 1 point only because as one user pointed out, it is not an original concept, and primarily is a reskinning of AoE. Doesn't make it bad by any means, but one must give credit where credit is due.    … Expand
  24. TheGreatTeddy
    Jan 19, 2014
    10
    This is by far my favorite game of all time. I spent my entire childhood playing this game. Like any other "Age of" game by ensemble studios and microsoft studios, there is leveling up. However, in Age of Mythology, you get god powers from leveling up throughout the ages. there are four ages to level up to, (five if you have the titans expansion) all of which you choose which Minor God youThis is by far my favorite game of all time. I spent my entire childhood playing this game. Like any other "Age of" game by ensemble studios and microsoft studios, there is leveling up. However, in Age of Mythology, you get god powers from leveling up throughout the ages. there are four ages to level up to, (five if you have the titans expansion) all of which you choose which Minor God you wish to worship. Worshiping and minor god provides you with new Myth Units, which you can train from your Temple, and god powers. (In the titans expansion at the 5th age you get a titan gate, which lets you build a structure that releases a titan which is basically one big super-unit, but isnt too over-powering.) Like I said above, I spent literally my whole childhood playing this game, singleplayer against bots, the campaign, both amazing experiences, and before Microsoft shut down the servers for AoM, the online community was great. During the campaign you follow an Atlantean Hero, Arkantos, who at first defends Atlantis from a bandit attack, it doesnt seem like much, but then the bandits steal the trident from the statue of Poseidon. Arkantos takes a few soldiers with him and chases after the bandits and their known leader, Kamos. You find Kamos and fight him, and defeat him, only for him to get away, but even though he gets away you take the trident back. The rest of the campaign goes into detail about Greek, Egyptian, and Norse mythology, and follows Arkantos as he sets out on a quest to ensure that the titan Kronos does not escape from his prison in Tartarus, by keeping all the Tartarian gates closed despite the fruitless effort of Kronos' followers. This game has quite a few plot twists, (which are for the better) and it has a very compelling story. I absolutely love this game, and I think many people who like RTS's would enjoy it as well.… Expand
  25. Misterdiony
    May 18, 2021
    9
    Easily another top RTS classic that raised my interest in mythology. The gameplay and story were simply stunning. Obviously, if you look at it today, the graphics are no up to date anymore. I am still hoping for a HD / definite treatment for this gem.
  26. Helmore
    Apr 5, 2012
    10
    An all around great game. Really fun to play, if you enjoy RTS games you'll enjoy Age of Mythology. The game has everything an RTS should have and much more.
  27. maxxy3000
    Apr 5, 2014
    10
    This game has a solid amount of strategy to it. Players can choose from 3 (4 with the expansion) different factions, which each have different units, powers, play styles, and overall ways to achieve victory. Missions could vary slightly more, but the game is focused on building a base, assembling units and forces, and destroying your enemy.
    Overall, an accurate display of an idea, and one    This game has a solid amount of strategy to it. Players can choose from 3 (4 with the expansion) different factions, which each have different units, powers, play styles, and overall ways to achieve victory. Missions could vary slightly more, but the game is focused on building a base, assembling units and forces, and destroying your enemy.
    Overall, an accurate display of an idea, and one of the perfect examples of a solid and well thought out RTS.    … Expand
  28. Cubixreviews
    May 11, 2012
    8
    Age of Mythology is a great strategy game, but I didn't like the idea too much. Now, you are in a mythological era, really? The fact that It isn't a masterpiece is that It doesn't beat AOE series. However, It is fun, and classic. This game is made by Microsoft and Ensemble, they really did a great job. (8.1)
  29. PumpkinJack
    Mar 16, 2012
    10
    AMAZING! in every fooooken way. I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this becauseAMAZING! in every fooooken way. I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.… Expand
  30. thebrock
    Oct 28, 2011
    8
    This is a good solid strategy game, not as good as age of kings though. The one thing that ruined this game for me was the bastard priests who converted your units. It was rediculious, how the hell is a priest going to take over five mounted knights, i mean they really would just chop his **** head off. Worth playing. Watch out for the priests.
  31. PHMARJ
    Apr 10, 2014
    10
    Um um dos jogos maravilhosos do meu passado! A minha avaliação é baseada na versão antiga, que era perfeita! Agora com essa nova versão com gráficos remodelados, imagino que o game vai ser sucesso novamente com a nova geração de jogadores. Algo que me desagradou foi o preço, a Steam deveria colocar esse game bem mais barato, acho que todos nós deveríamos cobrar isso deles!
  32. iskele07
    Apr 3, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game this game is my childhood i will buy this :D i love this game soooooo much thanks for bring this game to us :D :D… Expand
  33. fateappointed
    Feb 3, 2014
    9
    Story: 7 out of 10, Graphics: 8 out of 10, Fun: 9 out of 10, Controls: 8 out of 10, Ease to Learn: 8 out of 10, Length: 8 out of 10, Re-play: 6 out of 10, Value: 9 out of 10
  34. Marok
    Apr 12, 2014
    10
    Best. RTS. Ever.

    But seriously, every time I think of an amazing RTS, I think of this game. The game play is fantastic and it's just an all around fun game.
  35. Vadim_Sinyavsky
    Apr 14, 2014
    10
    Единственная стратегия которую я полюбил. Я очень долго мечтал чтобы эта игра вышла в Steam и это свершилось!
  36. Lokidos
    Mar 8, 2016
    10
    10 or 100 or 1000 or millions and billions of score points..Along with the age of empires and unforgettable series that NO MATTER WHEN OR WHERE u can still play.No matter if u know all about gaming or nothing about gaming u will still play it...
  37. CenkAlp
    Jan 3, 2018
    8
    Hikaye = 0
    Oynanış = 7
    Grafikler = 9
    Sesler = 7
    Keyif = 8
    Atmosfer = 8
    Süre = 7
  38. BillyS.
    Oct 23, 2003
    9
    Age Of mythology certainly is an amazing work of art by ensemble studios, it plays much like earlier "Age of" Games (which is good) yet add's so much more innovative things such as god powers. and a whole new game engine which really add?s to the game play, along with the whole experience. Age of mythology is (in my opinion) ensemble studios greatest work so far, and this is coming Age Of mythology certainly is an amazing work of art by ensemble studios, it plays much like earlier "Age of" Games (which is good) yet add's so much more innovative things such as god powers. and a whole new game engine which really add?s to the game play, along with the whole experience. Age of mythology is (in my opinion) ensemble studios greatest work so far, and this is coming from 6+ years of playing Age of Empires games. As you can probably tell I highly recommend AOM to any Real Time Strategy fan, along with the average gamer. AOM has 3 civilizations (Greek, Egyptian and Norse) all three totally unique from the other, to add upon that, each civilization has three god?s to pick from at the beginning of each game. Each god will grant you special god powers along with technologies and mythic units. The downside is, having all of these options leads to a certain god to be overpowered and will dominate the other gods. Ensemble studios has now pretty much have each god to be equal to each other, yet it was a very bumpy start for AOM. The online match making service ESO (ensemble studios online) is very new, and has a quite abit of issues with it, yet again ensemble studios is doing a great job to improving the online service. And is getting better with every patch. … Expand
  39. MathiasP.
    Oct 9, 2005
    8
    A really good game. The graphics is great, and the god section works very well, but it seem like you have played this game before.
  40. RandallS.
    Feb 8, 2007
    10
    This is probably the best strategy game I've ever played. It's fast paced and exciting compared to other age games, and the campaign, although the story sucks, is a lot of fun. The real gold is the multiplayer mode, hundreds of hours of fun fighting other players.
  41. RobberdE.
    Nov 5, 2002
    10
    It's my all time favourite. Thanks a friend of my I have been playing it now for 6 months!!!!!
  42. Jok`RdeMo
    Feb 27, 2003
    8
    Graphics is really cool, gameplay is OK. what else to say? game is good, but there is nothing special except graphics take it out and it will be the same old Age of Empires. But Game still is good.
  43. ChrisC.
    Feb 22, 2003
    9
    Could have been better not as good as i had hoped but, great game none the less. If your a gamer this is a must try game.
  44. MetaP.
    Dec 5, 2006
    9
    A superbly entertaining mix of a few spectrums of mythology into what makes a very entertaining RTS with brilliant gameplay, though a very slightly lacking plot.
  45. Demmitri
    Oct 3, 2013
    10
    All about this game is great. The next step in history game play in RTS game. Very dynamic, every faction is balanced and the multi player experiences is huge,. played this game for 10 years and i have yet to see another as good rts as this one
  46. julian_zizzle
    Aug 3, 2011
    10
    Its been nearly 9 years since its release but this game never gets old. Compared to its age, graphics are awesome. Balance between civilizations and units is great. I dont think i will get bored from this game ever.
  47. Schlafanzug
    Oct 13, 2011
    9
    Another Great game by Microsoft. Its a very good RTS, but i felt it wasn't as good as AOE2. I don't Review games by comparing them to other games though, I rate them by how i felt it was and how much I enjoyed playing it. AOM has a great Campaign in it with interesting, unique levels in it that had not be seen by this time it was released. I have some trouble working the Multiplayer StuffAnother Great game by Microsoft. Its a very good RTS, but i felt it wasn't as good as AOE2. I don't Review games by comparing them to other games though, I rate them by how i felt it was and how much I enjoyed playing it. AOM has a great Campaign in it with interesting, unique levels in it that had not be seen by this time it was released. I have some trouble working the Multiplayer Stuff with it ,but other wise its a fantastic game. I would recommend getting it (but get AOE2 First : P )… Expand
  48. GMD
    Jun 29, 2013
    10
    The Best Strategy Game I ever played. First I played AOM when I was 9 years old And it was AWESOME then and it is AWESOME now. 19 years old one. The only thing I cant understand why them stopped improving game? AOM 2 AOM 3 AOM 78
  49. iddqd4
    Jan 23, 2018
    8
    このテキストは私のプロフィールにスコアが表示されるようにここにあります。
  50. iamcris
    May 7, 2014
    10
    This game simply put was the best RTS I have ever played. Above all the game play is exceptional. The graphics are easy on the eyes. The music is so good you won't want to mute it.
  51. uranus_has_a_db
    May 8, 2014
    10
    What can I really say now (with the Extended Edition) that someone didn't already know from old reviews? I'd say: I'm glad this game came back and now is upgraded a bit on Steam in terms of visuals and integration with Steam and multiplayer. Definitely the same hours of enjoyment seen it's decade old classic.

    + AoE2 HD was an excellent re-addition; if you loved that, you'd love this. +    What can I really say now (with the Extended Edition) that someone didn't already know from old reviews? I'd say: I'm glad this game came back and now is upgraded a bit on Steam in terms of visuals and integration with Steam and multiplayer. Definitely the same hours of enjoyment seen it's decade old classic.

    + AoE2 HD was an excellent re-addition; if you loved that, you'd love this.
    + If you played AoM a long time ago, this will tickle your nostalgia feels in all the right places

    AoM will definitely please veterans and can please RTS enthusiasts. This game was extremely fun online then, I can only imagine it now on Steam!

    I wonder now if AoE1 will be put in HD and if AoE3 will be updated (since its already on steam). x)    … Expand
  52. RickCrafting
    May 8, 2014
    10
    It's my favourite game, I played the campaign a lot of times and i played with my friends in LAN, I think this game has a very good meaning of strategy and fun. I really love this game
  53. PcGamer1990
    Oct 25, 2016
    10
    One of my most played games...rarely seen such a game..Tbh there wont be any other again like Age of Mythology...Its never too late to play this game if you're young and u havent tried it yet!
  54. Kai82
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    The best „Age of“ game. It adds gods, mythological beasts / units and favor (faith) to the mix and has a remarkable story campaign based of Greek, Norse and Egyptian legends aka methodology. It is the same real time strategy concept as the other “Age of” games. You are gathering the resources
    gold, wood, food and added for this game favor (faith) to develop your kingdom. With the    The best „Age of“ game. It adds gods, mythological beasts / units and favor (faith) to the mix and has a remarkable story campaign based of Greek, Norse and Egyptian legends aka methodology. It is the same real time strategy concept as the other “Age of” games. You are gathering the resources
    gold, wood, food and added for this game favor (faith) to develop your kingdom. With the resources you can construct buildings, create units and research improvements. For a bigger chunk you can advance to a new age (archaic to classic to heroic to mythic age) each time unlocking new stuff. There are 3 different factions with Greeks including Atlanteans, Egyptians and Norse (Vikings). The new parts are the gods. You start with one of the main gods of the pantheon including bonuses and with each advancement you can chose between 2 different additional gods with different improvements. For example the Greek god of metalwork, blacksmiths and carpenters Hephaestus will give you benefits for weapons and armor in each age. Also each god gives you access to a one time wonder (magic). This can be a benefit like for example a charm that attracts deer to make hunting faster (and more productive), a meteor strike or a treasury with a slow but steady gold income. The higher the age the better the wonder. Of cause there are mythological units you can unlock. Greek have for example Minotaurs, Centaurs and legendary heroes, Norse have Giants, Trolls and Valkyries and Egyptians have (giant) Scarabs, Sphinxes (multitude of Sphinx), and Mummies to name a few. Each mythological improvement or unit needs favor (faith), How this is acquired is depending on the faction and is well researched. Greeks get it by sending workers to temples for praying, Egyptians by building monuments and Vikings / Norse by fighting (lesser by hunting and fishing). This alone gives variation but it ends not there as all factions have more difference. For example: While Egyptians have weaker units (until later ages) they have priests that can heal while the other factions are very limited in this. Norse have wagons that work as mobile storage houses while the others have to build appropriate buildings. Greeks have stronger units but those are more expensive and the favor gathering limits your resource gathering and available unit number. To shorten this the gameplay is excellent, balanced and enjoyable. It is a game that you will replay from time to time and a true classic. Now to the story. Like I said it is excellent and uses old legends aka methodology (I know that the time frame is wrong but I don't care as it is entertainment not accurate history or methodology). You play as Arkantos admiral and hero of Atlantis. He was on his way to retirement but a war between their independent Greek colonies and the Trojans broke out and it would be an insult to send a lesser military leader to their aid. He does not know that this Trojan war will just be a small prelude to a far bigger conflict. The story is excellent and uses a lot of elements from lore and legends. They exceeded all my expectations here as it is far more than just simply connecting missions. A lot of games in the genre fail in this regard and so I should praise this even more. Also it is really long with 32 scenario's. Those are diversified and never felt boring. Atop of this there is also a multiplayer mode and a really good editor for you to create your own scenarios. Graphically it looked really good for its time but aged a bit which I see not as a negative. Especially the introduction cinematic was truly excellent. The soundtrack is still excellent. No matter how often I replay the game it becomes never boring nor fails to deliver. Overall this is my favorite game in the franchise and probably also in the real time strategy genre. An easy recommendation and I hope they continue the franchise in the future with new games.    … Expand
  55. Bolrakk
    Sep 22, 2014
    10
    This was my one of my very few childhood gems. The campaign is well thought out and is a good guide to the games fundamentals. However what sold me was editor mode, the re-playability was endless it was literally my very own sandbox. I created kingdoms, villages, re-enacted battles could pretty much do anything!

    10/10 Worth the money and your time!
  56. alexeyy
    Oct 1, 2014
    10
    This game is a masterpiece it almost never gets old and its extremely fun every time i play it(i wish there was a age of mythology 2 that would be awesome)
  57. Gregon
    Nov 20, 2014
    9
    Age of Mythology is a classic game, but I always remember it with some sadness. For it was the last of the golden age of RTS (real-time strategy) games. This is the capstone to that Era. Because it was released as the fervor for RTS was dying out, it never got the respect that it deserved. With colorful characters, great music, and fun effects such as a Minotaur knocking a soldierAge of Mythology is a classic game, but I always remember it with some sadness. For it was the last of the golden age of RTS (real-time strategy) games. This is the capstone to that Era. Because it was released as the fervor for RTS was dying out, it never got the respect that it deserved. With colorful characters, great music, and fun effects such as a Minotaur knocking a soldier through the air, the game had charm, action, strategy. An exceptionally well-made game.… Expand
  58. lordofdicks
    Dec 25, 2014
    10
    If you want to play the perfect RTS game, then Age of mythology is the real deal! I mean you really enjoy playing it many times. Graphics are amazing, Sounds are superb & easily put you in the game and the Storyline is awsome, especially for those mythology maniacs. Even if it is almost 12 years outdated, it is still enjoyable and if you have already played God of War series, you canIf you want to play the perfect RTS game, then Age of mythology is the real deal! I mean you really enjoy playing it many times. Graphics are amazing, Sounds are superb & easily put you in the game and the Storyline is awsome, especially for those mythology maniacs. Even if it is almost 12 years outdated, it is still enjoyable and if you have already played God of War series, you can still give this game a try & you won't regret it. Until then, enjoy playing & wish you happy new year 2015… Expand
  59. Steven15ify
    Feb 19, 2015
    9
    One of my very first games. This piece of art stand the test of time. It has given me countless hours of enjoyment with it's great story and game play. The only reason I haven't given it 10/10 it's because I have found the DLC kinda of a disapointment.
  60. ragnarokew
    Jul 21, 2015
    10
    my favorite strategy game i play it for a really long time first i see this game on internet cafe i really like it then i buy it .Have great scenario i fnish it on short time and feel empty then start multiplayer and i dont even know how much time i spend in this game anyway one of a best games ever im still playing sometimes but game out of date so good bye to old legendary game.
  61. Wiebe
    Feb 26, 2020
    9
    Amazing game, one of the best RTS games. Mythological elements made the sorry fun and gave a great twist to the gameplay
  62. renogza
    Dec 27, 2015
    8
    AMAZING! in every fooooken way. I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this becauseAMAZING! in every fooooken way. I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.I like this because it is good.… Expand
  63. ursynhu
    Mar 10, 2016
    10
    Este jogo é incrível! Eu recebi e ainda não posso parar de jogar. Os gráficos são tão detalhadas para um game e é desafiador, mas divertido e terá que jogar por horas! A história é complexa e profundamente pensado. O melhor jogo que eu já joguei de forma
  64. cheopulin
    Jul 4, 2016
    9
    Excelente juego, adictivo y sorprendente, gráficamente bien hecho y sonoramente increíble. Sobrevive al paso del tiempo como pocos juegos, la diversión en cada misión va en ascenso.
  65. Captain_Faramir
    Apr 1, 2017
    9
    9.5 - Definitely my favorite real time strategy out there. Not only is the campaign great, it features online multiplayer and since its on Steam, it has its own workshop only adding to the content of the game.
  66. Zorio
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    My favourite game of all time. I've been playing it since I was a child and I have never get bored of it. With a big and epic campaign, several game modes, an editor, mods and on line, this is truly an infinite game. It's graphics are not so good for today's standards, but you can always download texture packs which make the game look even more beautiful.
    10/10 A never-ending masterpiece    My favourite game of all time. I've been playing it since I was a child and I have never get bored of it. With a big and epic campaign, several game modes, an editor, mods and on line, this is truly an infinite game. It's graphics are not so good for today's standards, but you can always download texture packs which make the game look even more beautiful.
    10/10 A never-ending masterpiece which is also my favourite video game.    … Expand
  67. Gustavph
    Mar 23, 2017
    10
    jogo antigo mas com um ótimo gameplay a melhor história dos ages com um monte de referencias e seus ótimos sistemas e uma boa mecanica de rts e várias unidades
  68. Vectis99
    Oct 24, 2018
    8
    A cute, fun, and whimsical real time strategy which is one of the best-paced to date. The theme of the game, which is a bland masculine depiction of ancient culture and war, does not become too overbearing thanks to its cute and silly execution. Unfortunately, the arbitrary and slipshod balancing causes the game to deteriorate in complexity among high-skill match-ups, but playing the gameA cute, fun, and whimsical real time strategy which is one of the best-paced to date. The theme of the game, which is a bland masculine depiction of ancient culture and war, does not become too overbearing thanks to its cute and silly execution. Unfortunately, the arbitrary and slipshod balancing causes the game to deteriorate in complexity among high-skill match-ups, but playing the game in a multiplayer context is still a lot of fun anyway.… Expand
  69. Amorph0us
    Jan 8, 2022
    8
    A fine way to integrate those mythologies in an Age of Empires games. Very successful.
  70. Hoaaeinshrt98
    Jan 8, 2021
    10
    Whole of my Childhood spend with this Amazing Game...
    Thank You Ensemble❤️
    I Miss You Everyday
  71. Sinmaker
    May 27, 2020
    10
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  72. Onlyclassicvg1
    Sep 21, 2022
    8
    olid Snake returns in Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance, the expanded edition of Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty with all-new game modes, hidden characters and storylines. Top-secret weapons technology is being mysteriously transported under cover of an oil tanker to an unknown destinatio
  73. cezar88augusto
    Sep 26, 2020
    9
    Anyone who knows Age of Empires knows that the Mythology version was based on it. There was a significant improvement in the graphics. The gameplay also got a little better. However, in my opinion, this version is no better than AOE The Conquerors. I think that the medieval theme of AOE attracts me much more than AOM.
  74. Audedesion
    Sep 5, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thank you to this AOM for the fact that at the age of 25, it brought me the pleasure of passing games… Expand
  75. ErayTellezi
    Nov 18, 2020
    8
    Zamanında epey oynamıştım. Remake'i gelse de tekrar başlasam keşke. Campaign modu epey güzeldi.
  76. Kaykinho
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O jogo é muito bom, ele te prende, a história é boa, pra mim é um dos melhores jogos de RPG e estratégia.… Expand
  77. reMix1337
    May 20, 2023
    8
    I had an amazing time playing through the game. Definetely a recommendation for fans of the RTS genre!
  78. cranos96
    Jun 4, 2023
    10
    One of the best strategy games ever. Game genre now sunk along with so many other games of the era, but fortunately there are people who make these games immortal. I played all the DLC, repurchased the remastered in 2014, and now... I'm waiting for the Retold remake. Let's hope it's not a pay-for-fun

    God save us and forgive us
  79. Raziel72
    Aug 7, 2022
    8
    Интересный геймплей с поклонением богам, где каждый верит по разному, кто-то строит памятники богам, кто-то молится у храма, а кто-то живет войной! при этом каждый бог дает разные божественные чудеса, которыми порой можно перевернуть игруИнтересный геймплей с поклонением богам, где каждый верит по разному, кто-то строит памятники богам, кто-то молится у храма, а кто-то живет войной! при этом каждый бог дает разные божественные чудеса, которыми порой можно перевернуть игру
  80. Autos
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    De los mejores juegos de estrategia que jugué, me trae nostalgia y lo volví a probar, sigue siendo igual de bueno que cuando la primera vez que lo probé
  81. Ovejomaru
    Jan 11, 2023
    8
    One of my favorite RTS of all time, at the time it was a new concept that gave me hours and hours of fun and a game that I'm playing even now, 20 years after it's release.
  82. ReviewsAreBS
    Feb 16, 2023
    10
    While it has (unfortunately) not received a remake, like AoE2, it still holds up pretty well. Has the best campaign in the in the series. Also the soundtrack is the goat.
  83. erfunfazli
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    An arthestic masterpiece.
    Very good gameplay and an acceptable graphics for 2002.
    A.O.M has an awesome story who made me to read about Greece gods.
    Factions and gods are really well designed and they are balanced very well. Also mythical units are wonderful. Age of mythology is one of the best strategic games of ever and it has its own brand and style in real time strategy games.
  84. HydrophobikFish
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    One of the greatest strategy games of all time. Carried by a long and incredibly engaging single player campaign. Incredible unit variety and impactful god powers make for a lot of fun. Soundtrack is among the best ever.
  85. Keron_Heruman
    Aug 28, 2023
    8
    Very good game, fun and complex, it includes fresh concepts to previous chain economic strategy games.
  86. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!

Awards & Rankings

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#10 Best PC Game of 2002
6
#6 Most Discussed PC Game of 2002
15
#15 Most Shared PC Game of 2002

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 31 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. PC Arena
    90
    Without a doubt, the gameplay, graphics and sound all add up for a spectacular RTS title that you will be able to play for hours upon hours without getting remotely bored.
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  2. Eurogamer
    80
    "Warcraft III" is very innovative and has production values higher than just about any game ever released on the PC, while Age of Mythology is simply a worthy successor to an excellent series.
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  3. Games Radar
    90
    The best Age game yet, featuring frightening fantasy units without all the bearded baggage. [PC Gamer UK]
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