Summary

  • Forgotten Empires announces the Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition Chronicles: Battle for Greece DLC.
  • The Chronicles: Battle for Greece DLC adds three new civilizations, a 21-scenario campaign, naval combat improvements, and more.
  • Chronicles: Battle for Greece is primarily focused on single-player content, offering deep historical storytelling, and it can be pre-ordered for release on November 14.

Forgotten Empires has announced a new DLC for Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition called Chronicles: Battle for Greece, set to launch on November 14, 2024. This Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition expansion will add three new civilizations along with a huge 21-scenario campaign. There will also be animated cutscenes and some new gameplay improvements.

Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition is a remastered version of the classic real-time strategy game, featuring 4K graphics, better AI, and enhanced quality-of-life improvements like smoother pathfinding and easier multiplayer setup. Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition includes all previous expansions plus new content like The Last Khans and Lords of the West, which bring fresh campaigns and civilizations.

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Chronicles: Battle for Greece marks the first entry in the Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition series of DLCs designed to take players deep into the ancient world. The expansion focuses on key moments in Greek history, covering over a century from the Ionian Revolt to the end of the Peloponnesian Wars. Players will get to relive famous battles like Marathon, Thermopylae, and Salamis while interacting with legendary figures such as Lysander, Pericles, and Artemisia. One of the standout features of Chronicles: Battle for Greece is the complete rework of Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition naval combat. The DLC adds six new types of military ships, including ramming and catapult vessels. Players can also dive into new trade options with merchant ships and even gather a new gold resource (oyster) from the ocean.

Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition - Chronicles: Battle for Greece DLC Features

  • New graphical models: including 55 new land units, 19 new naval units, and 85 new buildings
  • A 21-scenario campaign covering over a century of history
  • A fresh approach to storytelling with animated cutscenes, new music, and voice acting
  • Three ancient civilizations: Achaemenids, Athenians and Spartans (not available in ranked play)
  • Overhaul of naval combat: with six military ship types, including ramming and catapult ships
  • Unique civilization mechanics: including customizable Town Centers and government policies

Additionally, the new DLC will bring three new civilizations: Achaemenids, Athenians, and Spartans. Players can now customize Town Centers and implement government policies, giving them more control over how their empire grows. However, these civilizations won't be available for ranked gameplay since their mechanics are experimental and differ from the balanced structure of the standard Age of Empires 2 civilizations. Visually, the DLC refreshes the game with 55 new land units, 19 new naval units, and 85 new buildings, all designed to match the historical theme. The campaign is also enhanced with new music, voice acting, and animated cutscenes.

According to the developer, Chronicles: Battle for Greece primarily focuses on single-player content, bringing innovative mechanics and deep historical storytelling that stand out from the usual competitive gameplay in Age of Empires 2. Fans can pre-order the DLC on Steam, the Microsoft Store, and Xbox ahead of its November 14 release. With this expansion, the game continues to evolve, giving players a fresh reason to dive back into Age of Empires 2's iconic strategy experience.

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Age of Empires 2: Definitive Edition
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Real-Time Strategy
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PC-1 Xbox-1
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Top Critic Avg: 85 /100 Critics Rec: 92%
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November 14, 2019
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Xbox Game Studios
Engine
Genie Engine
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer
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Age of Empires
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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition celebrates the 20th anniversary of one of the most popular strategy games ever, now with stunning 4K Ultra HD graphics, and a fully remastered soundtrack. Age of Empires II: DE features “The Last Khans” with 3 new campaigns and 4 new Civilizations. Frequent updates include events, additional content, new game modes, and enhanced features with the recent addition of Co-Op mode!

Explore all the original Campaigns and the best-selling expansions like never before. With over 200 hours of gameplay and 1,000 years of human history, improved experiences await. Head online to challenge other players in your quest for world domination with 35 different Civilizations. You can also experience new Civilizations and Campaigns with the Lords of the West DLC! Recent updates include a Battle Royale game mode, ongoing support for the Scenario Editor, Quick Play for easy social games, enhancements to the game UI, and more!

Choose your path to greatness with an eye-catching and engaging remaster to one of the most beloved strategy games of all time.
 

Developer
Forgotten Empires, Tantalus, Wicked Witch
Genre(s)
Real-Time Strategy
How Long To Beat
40 Hours