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[edit] Descriptions
When we mention any of the games developed by Microsoft, certainly it comes to our mind one of the many versions of Age of Empires or Age of Mythology.
These strategy games, have marked a before and after in history, not only for the title itself (because there are previous cases of similar entertainments), but also for how it develops and the great quantity of options it has. This game does not only consist of the army creation and attack, but also you will have to provide for the population you have created, which will enable you to develop new technologies and resist enemy attacks.
Although, in the beginning Age of Empire was created, with the passing of time Age of Mythology was developed. Differently from the initial versions (which only dealt with medieval history and the peoples corresponding to the age of that civilization), it starts to deal with greek mythology, the power and the favor of the Gods.
What always differentiated Microsoft games from other medieval and epic strategy games, is that previous to each campaign scenario, something is explained about the history (no the one invented in the game, but real history) about the peoples and the gods. In this way, you do not only play but you really learn.
The environment of Age of Mythology is something that captivates users greatly, not only for the great graphic design that is still being respected from its first version, but also for the different innovations that are performed. You can find all kind of stories, buildings, army units, mythology monsters, heroes, gods and also many other things.
The game can be developed in different ways:
- Sceneries determined completely by the user.
- Campaigns in which you will have to follow a certain story through different scenarios and with different goals.
- Multiplayer, this option enables to connect two or more users (through a local network TCP/IP, or through the web) so that you can participate in a shared scenario.
Maybe in Age of Mythology, the number of villages offered are reduced considerably, however, you will have to select the favor of the gods that will protect it. Each one has a different characteristic that will provide diverse powers to certain warriors, priests, workers and even there will be some that will favor production, war, religion, etc.
Age of Mythology is considered as one of the best games about mythology, not in vain has it taken such honor. It is a title worth trying.
[edit] History
As we mentioned before, Age of Mythology is not the first version of the games developed by Microsoft, actually, it is the third title developed of the Age saga.
Before this one Age of Empires was created, which was about the first peoples that populated the European territory. You can find in it the first civilizations and the advances that they started to discover. Although it was the first version, the expectations accomplished were broader than expected. With the passing of time, different expansions were launched which covered and left behind the errors that it used to have. Later, Age of Empire II was developed: The age of kings this second release was already about the different peoples and characteristics that they had. There were not only the European peoples, but there were also the barbarians, Turks and Asians. Age II started to bloom and it reigned in the market of strategy games.
Even when the expansions of its second version were in their moment of plenitude, Age of Mythology is launched, with the great responsibility of coping with the expectations (not a simple thing to do), but what nobody imagined is that in such short time the results were going to be of such magnitude.
Although in a beginning this latest release presented some errors, they started to be corrected with patches which flooded the Web.
[edit] Features
Age of Mythology counts on some characteristics that make it different from the rest of the similar games, taking wide advantage compared with them.
Among some of the most highlighted characteristics you can find:
- Different sceneries.
To play a specific kind of game, the user will be able to select the sceneries. Each one will have its fortunes in an uneven way, the players will find themselves in different sections, etc.
- Campaigns.
The campaigns Age of Mythology offers will be guided by a particular story that will be the main issue of all the sceneries. Previously to each new mission and/or screen the goal and reasons why it is taking place will be explained.
- Technological Developments.
To be able to develop a strong army to go to battle and obtain victory, it is necessary to make sure that they can all develop the technologies they really need: weapons, armors, characters, attack points, etc. But not only the soldiers will have things to improve, given that all the members of the city will also have to do so, even buildings, load vehicles, heroes, mythological monsters, ships, etc.
- Units specific Creation.
Each building will give birth to a specific kind of unit, for example in the cavalry there will only be soldiers who will go to the battlefield on their horses. It is because of that that the continuous evolution will give its results, otherwise they will never be able to develop advanced units and they will fall in battle slaughtered.
- Resources Procurement.
Obviously, all the technological advances that are investigated require certain prices. To collect them, peasants will be sent to work constantly. Villagers are not good in war (although they are capable of attacking) but they are the supporters of a whole civilization.
- Mythological Heroes.
Along the game we will be able to find different heroes who are still being mentioned today in all history classes. In the game, you will be able to acquire new knowledge and concepts about the great Greek mythology.
- Mythological Creatures.
Just like the heroes, in Age of Mythology creatures of Greek mythology can be found. Along the development of the game, the number of monsters and diverse creatures that can be observed and recognized will be greater.
- Economic, social and religious development.
As it was mentioned before, all the community and society will have to perform certain development in their different aspects. The greater the advances, the greater the group benefits.
- Greek mythology gods.
As if all that was mentioned before was not enough, you will be able to find Greek, Egyptian and Nordic mythology gods. Zeus, Atena, Tod, Anubis, Amanra, Ayax, and many more. Obviously, each has their characteristics according to what is told in mythology.
- Different versions and improvements.
With the passing of time, Age of Mythology started to incorporate different versions and add-ons not only to solve slight errors that were discovered, but also for a series of stuff that allows to enjoy the game much more and in a different way.
[edit] Minimum Requirements
- Processor : 450 MHz Processor.
- RAM Memory : 128 MB.
- Graphic Card : 16 MB.
- Sound Card : PCI sound card or built in audio.
- PC free disk space : 1.5 GB.
- Operating System : Windows 98/Me/2000/XP.
[edit] Recommended Requirements
- Processor : 900 MHz processor or higher.
- RAM Memory : 512 MB or higher.
- Graphic Card : 32 MB or higher.
- Sound Card : PCI sound card or built in audio.
- PC free disk space : 1.5 GB or higher.
- Operating System : Windows 98/Me/2000/XP.
[edit] Versions
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There is no video for this programs
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[edit] Plugins
There is an official plugin launched by Microsoft for the users to be able to enjoy a better quality of the Age of Mythology .
Although this patch is necessary in case the automatic components of the game present inconveniences, it also includes innovations as regards characters, sceneries, etc.
[edit] FAQ
- Can I establish online parties of the Age of Mythology with my friends?
- Can I play any campaign of the Age of Mythology?
- How can I play with other players the Age of Mythology?
- How many players can participate in a battle of the Age of Mythology?
- Is Age of Mythology suitable for any user?
[edit] Related Programs
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