

Players will even learn how to manage a new mechanic - ambushes - in this campaign, by conducting guerilla warfare. Utilizing the iconic English longbow, it's particularly engrossing to pick off enemies from afar with these long-ranged archers. Castle sieges and defense take a key focus here. It's a story filled with constant strife between the English and French. The Norman campaign chronicles the battles of William the Conqueror and his descendants. There are four campaigns total, comprising the Normans (English), French, Mongols, and Rus. It's the most fun I've ever had with a real-time strategy campaign thanks to the engaging tactical scenarios and historical stories told. Moreover, the four campaigns spanning 35 total missions will appeal to both parties.

For newcomers, there's plenty of tutorial content that competently explains mechanics to get them acclimated to Age of Empire's iconic style of gameplay. Longtime fans will find familiarity with the mechanics of gathering resources, advancing ages, and amassing giant armies to stomp opponents. This is an incredibly accessible title for any and all players. The deadly Nest of Bees weapon makes for explosive fun. I'm very happy to say that those shoes were too small for Age of Empires IV because it far exceeded my expectations and will delight longtime fans and newcomers alike with its incredibly fun campaign, creative and asymmetric civilizations, and outstanding presentation quality. How do you follow up on some of the best real-time strategy games of all time? Needless to say, Age of Empires IV has big shoes to fill, but if successful, it could lead to a new age for both the series and strategy games in general. It's a game players have waited over 15 years for. Age of Empires IV is something very special.
