Searching for the latest real-time strategy games like Age of Empires? Well look no further because we have a collection of the most enjoyable ones listed out for you below. So go through this list and feel free to choose any which suit your taste.
1. Supreme Commander
First in our selection is Supreme Commander, in which you have the option to choose between three main factions whom you can play as, namely the United Earth Federation, the Cybran Nation and Aeon Illuminate. In the campaign you will start off as a commander of the faction of your choice and will have to complete 6 large missions in order put an end to the Infinite War. Energy and Mass are the two elements which need to be harnessed in order for you to be able to progress. Battles are given a new dimension by this title’s ‘Strategic Zoom’ feature which enables you to easily get a view of the entire map of the battleground on your screen. Supreme Commander can be purchased now for PC as well as the Xbox 360.
2. Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2
Next on our list is Red Alert 2 developed by Westwood Studios. This title allows you to play as two factions i.e. Allies or The Soviet Union. In the campaign you will be guided as to how to command your units and what different types weapons and artillery you can use to fight and neutralize your enemy. Command & Conquer: Red Alert 2 has many new weapons of mass destruction; allied forces have their chronosphere which can transport a large army of allied units right in the middle of the soviet base and the Soviets have nuclear missiles which can crush half the base of an allied army. The campaigns of both have equally exciting and engaging missions available to play. This old PC title is still relevant for its superb real-time strategy.
3. Age of Mythology
Age of Mythology developed by Ensemble Studios for PC is like most games similar to Age of Empires, embracing similar gameplay elements to those present within the series in question. Building structures, training soldiers and harvesting resources are some of the activities you can indulge in within the title. You choose to play as one of the three civilizations on offer. These include Greek, Egyptian and Norse, with each of them having its own mythical god. In the campaign, you will be playing as Arkantos whose ultimate mission is to seek the favor of Poseidon, the God of the Atlanteans of Atlantis. The ancient mythical feel of the title as well as its epic battles are sure to keep you captivated for hours at a stretch.
4. Rise of Nations
First released in 2003, Rise of Nations took the real-time strategy genre to the next level with its unique offerings. It consists of six main resources which you will have to collect in order to build your territory, which is vital if you want to win the battle against attacking factions. You also get a variety of 200 units to choose from which keep getting upgraded as you advance in the ages. Wonder buildings are an interesting addition as well. They are actually important monuments based on real-life structures, which provide many added advantages to your city. Your army management skills as well as management of resources is crucial, as you try to build and and defend your city.
5. Anno 2070
If you crave for Age of Empires alternatives, you will love Anno 2070 developed by Related Designs and Ubisoft Blue Byte and available now for PC. Building and developing cities in a futuristic environment is what it has in store for you. As the name suggests, the setting is in the year 2070, where due to global warming, limited land mass is left available on earth. Three factions can be chosen from, based on the type of energy you want to create. For instance, the Eco faction generates power using eco-friendly technology, while Tycoons make use of nuclear energy for power and Techs can harness water-based energy.
6. Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3
Command and Conquer returned in 2009 with the third part in its Red Alert sub-series, giving fans of games similar to Age of Empires something more to revel in. This time around, you have a total of three races to choose from. You can step into the shoes of the the Allies, play as the Soviet Union or helm the Empire of the Rising Sun. Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3 can be bought not only for PC, but also for the Xbox 360, the PS3 and Mac. Multiplayer gameplay forms part of its offerings, besides its single-player offerings of course.
7. Starcraft II: Wings of Liberty
This sequel of the original Starcraft war published by Blizzard Entertainment for PC and Mac in 2010. It takes place in the same sci-fi universe immortalized by the previous entry. Three races namely the Terran, the Zerg and the Protoss makes their way into the title, along with 26 single-player campaigns. The central character is Jim Raynor who commands a team of insurgents called the Raynor Raiders whose main objective is to overthrow the Dominion, the current Terran super-power.
Conclusion:
The above selection is sure to satisfy your appetite for games like Age of Empires. The series has long been one of the most loved by fans of the real-time strategy genre. But recently, no big title has come out under it, and hence, this list should help enthusiasts find something to keep them busy.