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Age of Empires III (PC)

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENRE/STYLE

Strategy/3D Real-Time Strategy

RELEASE DATE

18/OCT/05

ESRB RATING

TEEN, Blood, Violence

DEVELOPER

Ensemble Studios

PUBLISHER

Microsoft Game Studios

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Macintosh, http://www.gamerdna.com/game/age-of-empires-iii-ibm-pc-compatible-1, http://www.gamerdna.com/game/age-of-empires-iii-ibm-pc-compatible

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DESCRIPTION

Following a well-received break to the realms of ancient mythology, Ensemble Studios returns its real-time strategy sensibilities to the real world with this third edition of the historically themed Age of Empires series. After conquering the Continent in earlier editions and expansion packs, the series stakes claim to the New World in Age of Empires III. Players choose to guide one of eight Old World powers, and manage their empire from a European home city, but all of the base-building, battle, and conquest take place across the sprawling untamed wilderness of the Americas. Each home county is offers different advantages, such as Britain's economic strength, France's propensity for allegiance with Native American civilizations, or Spain's formidable colonial presence.

Although Age of Empires III offers the sophisticated style of real-time strategy established earlier in the franchise, some aspects have been streamlined and others deepened. While settlers are still required to collect resources, they no long need to carry them back to a drop-off point. Players still race to advance from one technological "Age" to the next, but with each jump they may gain new political or diplomatic abilities, as well as technological proficiencies. Victory on the battlefield still relies on balanced forces and good tactics, but it now also rewards the player's home city with influential experience that adds to the empire's overall power. ~ T.J. Deci, All Game Guide

Age of Empires III (PC)

GENRE/STYLE:

Strategy/3D Real-Time Strategy
RELEASE DATE:

18/OCT/05
TOP TRAITS:

RTS, tactical, Historic timeline
DESCRIPTION:

Following a well-received break to the realms of ancient mythology, Ensemble Studios returns its real-time strategy s... more

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Age of Empires III (PC) by: Nacnud16

“Another great additon of the Age of Empires series. The Campaign modes have come a long way, very enjoyable story. The campaign does a great job allowing you to play almost every map and through the various ages with a fun story. The Home City...”

created 23/AUG/2011

History needs rewriting! by: linminhtoo

“Age of Empires III is a historical discovery, immerse yourself in historic settings with historic battles, challenges and strategies. Build great forts, fortify them with blockhouses, strong walls,...”

created 31/JUL/2011

Age of Empires III (PC) by: cashmaker44444

“A game based on actual new world and country units and surrondings. limetless possibilities to defeat the enemy. cannons ,infantry, cav, warships i say its a mistake to not by this games.”

created 21/JUL/2011

Age of Empires III (PC) by: Jonis212

“This is another serie that is awsome strategy :) ”

created 06/JAN/2011

Age of Empires III (PC) by: the7thguest

“Very nice game with good grafics and very comfortable controls. It's still on my HD and I upgrade my capitol once a month at least :)”

created 08/AUG/2010

Age of Empires III (PC) by: Alerie

“The game is ok... but I prefer the first 2 ones.”

created 09/JUL/2010

Age of Empires III (PC) by: Wedgemaster

“This RTS is still fun though it felt like it took a little step backwards in the 'age' series. The 'meta game' concept of building up elements outside of the gameplay/campaign was kind of cool, but felt a little klunky/unbalanced. Online play was...”

created 22/JUN/2010