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Age of Mythology: Extended Edition

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2014

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Quick resume

Age of Mythology is back! Choose your god and take to the battlefield in this classic, upgraded with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features.

Global score

93/100

Genres

Simulator, Strategy

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    Pros

    • Timeless classic gameplay
    • Engaging mythological theme
    • Extensive singleplayer campaigns
    • Map and scenario editor for creativity
    • Active multiplayer with ranking

    Cons

    • High price for an old game
    • Small and uneven multiplayer community
    • Some bugs and technical issues
    • Lack of official localization in some languages
    • Chinese dlc poorly received

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Intimacy.

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    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
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    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

    Motivations

    • Autonomy
      4

      "Players choose civilizations, gods, and strategies freely, allowing high personal control and decision-making."

    • Competence
      4

      "Game requires skillful resource management, strategic planning, and unit control with a high skill ceiling."

    • Competition
      3

      "Multiplayer with ranked modes and matchmaking exists, but player base is small and matchmaking can be uneven."

    • Continuation
      4

      "Players report long campaigns, endless skirmishes, and habitual return to the game over many years."

    • Cooperation
      2

      "Multiplayer supports team play and cooperation, but many modes focus on individual competition."

    • Creativity
      4

      "Includes map and scenario editor allowing players to create and customize content extensively."

    • Domination
      2

      "Competitive multiplayer involves exerting superiority, but community is described as friendly and respectful."

    • Escapism
      4

      "Players use the game for nostalgia, stress relief, and immersive mythological fantasy experiences."

    • Expectation
      -3

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and nostalgia, not out of obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting
      3

      "Varied gods, civilizations, and strategies encourage experimentation with different playstyles."

    • Exploration
      2

      "Campaigns and maps offer some discovery, though gameplay largely occurs in known RTS environments."

    • Expression
      3

      "Customization via map editor and choice of gods allows personal expression within gameplay."

    • Fantasy
      5

      "Strong mythological theme with gods, heroes, and mythical creatures central to the experience."

    • Fellowship
      2

      "Community exists with multiplayer and social features, but many players focus on solo or small group play."

    • Growth
      4

      "Players develop strategic skills, learn unit counters, and improve through practice and multiplayer."

    • Health
      -4

      "Typical sedentary RTS gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle
      -4

      "Requires continuous attention and active management during gameplay sessions."

    • Intimacy
      -3

      "Social interactions are mostly surface-level multiplayer; no evidence of deep emotional connections."

    • Leadership
      2

      "Players can lead armies and coordinate in multiplayer, but no strong evidence of formal leadership roles."

    • Progression
      4

      "Progression through ages, resource accumulation, and unit upgrades are core gameplay elements."

    • Relaxation
      2

      "Some players find the game relaxing and nostalgic, but RTS tension and challenge remain present."

    • Sensation
      2

      "Visual and auditory elements are pleasant but not highly stimulating; some enjoy the atmospheric music."

    • Status
      2

      "Ranked multiplayer and achievements provide some social recognition and status."

    • Story
      4

      "Campaigns feature engaging mythological narratives and character-driven plots."

    • Strategy
      5

      "High emphasis on strategic planning, resource management, unit counters, and tactical decision-making."

    • Thrill
      3

      "Competitive multiplayer and challenging campaigns provide suspense and excitement."

    • Value
      1

      "Mixed opinions on price; good value during sales but considered expensive at full price."

    • Violence
      3

      "Combat and destruction are central, with battles involving mythological units and heroes."

    • Survival
      3

      "Players manage resources and defend against threats; survival is a key gameplay aspect."

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    Last update: 29/04/2026